LeidenUniversity
The Netherlands' oldest university, with a strong international focus and a deep humanities tradition.
About Leiden University
Leiden offers a wide range of English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes across humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Known for academic depth, a compact international community, and proximity to The Hague and Amsterdam.
Why choose Leiden University?
- Founded in 1575 — the oldest university in the Netherlands
- Strong international law, governance, and public policy programmes
- Campuses in both Leiden and The Hague, home to UN International Court of Justice
- Excellent academic reputation in humanities, Asian studies, and linguistics
- Vibrant student city 35 minutes from Amsterdam by train
Fields of study
Tuition & Living Costs
Tuition
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We will share the latest figures based on programme and intake.
Living costs (per month)
€950 – €1,350
Entry Requirements
These are typical thresholds. Lower scores can sometimes work with strong applications — talk to us.
Intake note: We list September as the standard intake. Spring (February/January) intakes for international students vary by university and programme — contact us to check availability for your subject.
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake
September
February/January intakes may be available depending on the university and your subject — talk to us to confirm.
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