As a student in Security Studies you are a socially engaged critical thinker eager to study real-life security cases in an academic setting. You focus not just on the broad context of these issues but also on the role of government, institutions and media. Want to know more? Sign up for one of our Open…

From black holes to artificial intelligence and from drug research to data science: welcome to the fascinating world of the Faculty of Science. Our researchers, students and guests regularly give public lectures about their work. You are welcome to attend.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Science with University of Tunis El Manar in Tunesia.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Humanities with Mohammed VI Polytechnic University.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University's Faculty of Humanities with Fudan University in China.

Are you thinking about studying Occupational Health Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

Are you thinking about studying Health and Medical Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

Are you thinking about studying Applied Cognitive Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

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The LCTP organises a variety of events, including a speaker series with guests from The Netherlands and abroad, a regular lunch time research colloquium for graduate students and staff, and reading groups on texts of interest to members of the group.

These are two separate Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility projects with Monash University in Australia, one of Leiden University’s Faculty of Law, the other of the Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research (LACDR).

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This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Law with two different partner universities in Uganda: The International University of East Africa and Makarere University.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University's Faculty of Science with University of Pretoria in South Africa.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Science with National University of Singapore in Singapore.

The Faculty of Law is becoming more sustainable in many ways, both in teaching and research.

The institute has a number of guest rooms available for visiting scholars and students. Scholars affiliated with our participating universtities get priority, but scholars from other universities are welcome to stay at the institute as well, depending on availability.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University's Faculty of Humanities with National Taiwan University in Taiwan.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University's Faculty of Law with Universidad de Diego Portales in Chile.

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This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Medicine with University of Indonesia, Faculty of Medicine, and Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya in Indonesia.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Leiden University. Leiden University is committed to becoming an inclusive community which enables all students and staff to feel valued and respected and to develop their full potential.

As a Mathematics student, you will learn to solve complex problems in creative ways using logical thinking and mathematical structures. A Mathematics degree will open many doors for you in society.

Are you thinking about studying Clinical Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

Are you thinking about studying Child and Adolescent Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

Intro Week is your way to settle into LUC! You will get to know your fellow students in the Class of 2029, find your way around the city and your new home: LUC. Intro Week 2026 will take place from 17 - 21 August 2026. More details and the schedule are to come!

You’ve been accepted! Leiden University looks forward to welcoming you as a new student. Your next step is to prepare for your studies. Below you can find some tips to help you get a head start as you embark on your studies at Leiden University.

Are you thinking about studying School Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University's Faculty of Science with Universidad de la Habana in Cuba.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Science with the University of Alberta in Canada.

Are you thinking about studying Clinical Neuropsychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Law with the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania.

Are you thinking about studying Methodology and Statistics in Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Law with the University of Rwanda in Rwanda.

We invite motivated students from around the world to apply for our master's programme in Archaeology. Admission requirements may vary per specialisation, please visit the specialisation of your interest to find out more about the entry requirements.

As an exchange or study abroad student at Leiden University, you will generally follow a selection of taught courses in Leiden or the Hague. In some circumstances, it is also possible to do a project, internship or research.

Are you thinking about studying Economic and Consumer Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

This is an Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility project of Leiden University’s Faculty of Science with the Anton de Kom University in Suriname.

Are you thinking about studying the Pre-Master's Programme Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

This minor is intended for students with a broad interest in the functioning of the public sector in all its diversity who, in addition, want to contribute to improving public service delivery.

Are you thinking about studying Social and Organisational Psychology? Learn more and watch the videos.

The annual Owada Chair symposium takes place alternately in Leiden and Tokyo.

Onze samenwerkingsovereenkomsten bieden zowel studenten als medewerkers de kans om een periode in het buitenland te verblijven en zo hun horizon te verbreden. Ook fungeren de overeenkomsten regelmatig als basis voor onderzoeksprojecten of andere samenwerkingsvormen.

Social, Economic and Organisational Psychology focuses on the application of scientific psychological knowledge of social processes within and between groups of people and individuals, in organisations, but also during economic and consumer decisions.

An overview of awards and prizes granted to our staff and students in 2018, as well as special appointments and royal distinctions.