Are you looking for the best way to study? Then take one or more free online workshops from the ePOPcorner on Brightspace. The workshops are developed by enthusiastic and experienced trainers.

During your studies you will develop transferable skills. Leiden University has selected 13 transferable skills that it finds important for students to develop during their studies. These skills are important not only during your studies but also in later life once you begin working.

A new Executive Board has been leading Leiden University since mid-January. What are their impressions and their plans? An introduction in two parts. Today is the final part.

IncLUsion is a student initiative that enables refugees to follow courses at Leiden University. This page is for IncLUsion students who have been accepted into the programme, and Leiden University students who are (or want to become) an IncLUsion buddy.

Brightspace is the digital learning environment at Leiden University .

Once you complete your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree you will be awarded your diploma during a celebratory graduation ceremony. Some study programmes also have ceremonies for the awarding of first-year (propedeuse) diplomas or other important achievements. The awarding of your diploma is always arranged…

Combining studying with top-level sport requires dedication and careful academic planning. If you want to take on the challenge, Leiden University can offer you personal guidance and help you to maximise your talent.

How can you find an internship or research project and what arrangements do you need to make?

As a participant, you receive an allowance for your time and efforts. The volunteer allowance can vary from €7.50 to €25 per hour, depending on the type of research you take part in.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Being on the board of a student association or organisation is a great way to gain work experience whilst having an unforgettable time with your fellow students. As a student board member, you may also be eligible for financial support.

Consequences of temporarily discontinuing your stay for your residence permit

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

A study association is a good way to combine study-related activities with pleasure. Every faculty has one or more study association.

The aim of ‘debt biographies’ is to gain a detailed understanding of how people get into debt. What are the circumstances in which people accumulate debt and what kind of debts are these? How do debts impact people’s lives, feelings of self-worth and aspirations for the future?

Facility, Organisation

Study support

Education administration offices

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

Some bachelor's programmes help you monitor your own academic progress by assisting you in drawing up a study plan at the end of your first year.

Do you no longer want to be limited by health problems or dyslexia in your study? Get a buddy!

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

A chronic illness is a long-term and persistent health condition that can impact your learning at Leiden University.

Personal development, Working effectively

Please see whether your question is answered below before contacting the graduation team. If the answer is not below, please email graduation@luc.leidenuniv.nl

Professor of Bio-organic Chemistry Hermen Overkleeft develops innovative methods to study disease processes. This increases our understanding of the human body and enables the development of new medicines. Overkleeft has been awarded the Spinoza Prize: the most prestigious scientific award in the Ne…

This FLO event is focusing on the overlap between all 4 programs (Psychology, Educational sciences, Political Sciences end Cultural anthropology) and aims to shed more light on what defines and unites us as Social Scientists. Where is the overlap in what we do, wo who are and what we strive for? The…

How can you apply for the Pre-PhD Programme, and what are the selection criteria?

As a student, you probably have a limited budget. Try these smart tips to make your money go further.

Does the Leiden Leadership Programme appeal to you? You can find more about the selection procedure below. The applications for 2026-2027 run from 1 September till 30 September 2026.

Online education and assessments

Stay informed about the faculty's financial situation

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Find out how to apply for the Honours College and what the admission requirements are.

Do you have a question concerning the Honours College? You can find the answers to the Frequently Asked Questions below.

Throughout the university you can print, copy and scan via multi-function printers (MFPs). To use them you will need a LU-card.

When deciding what to study you undoubtedly read a lot of information about your study programme. Leiden University employs various systems to provide information about programmes and courses and to facilitate communication between lecturers and students.

The Writing Lab is for all Bachelor and (research) Master students of the Faculty of Humanities in Leiden and The Hague.

Master

Other types of complaints

Master

Do you want to contribute to society and do you have affinity with space? In the LDE Space & Society Honours Programme, you will learn how the two are connected and tackle a challenge in the space sector.

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to make an impact on sustainability issues.

You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Upon successful completion of the Honours College programme, you will receive a certificate. The requirements depend on when you started your bachelor’s degree.

Seminar

As a student, you may be eligible for Dutch student finance if you are a Dutch national or meet other specific criteria. You might also be eligible for rent or healthcare benefits. Planning on studying abroad? In some cases you can also request financial support.