Leiden University
Leiden, NetherlandsQS #118
University profile
About
Leiden University is a public research university in Leiden, in the western Netherlands, with a second campus in nearby The Hague. It is one of the oldest and most established universities in the country and teaches across a broad range of fields, including law, humanities, social and behavioural sciences, medicine, and the natural sciences. It is widely known for its strengths in law, international relations, and area studies, and maintains close ties to Dutch public institutions in The Hague.
Why international students choose it
- International students are drawn by a wide selection of English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes, particularly in law, international studies, and the social sciences
- The historic city of Leiden offers a compact, student-friendly setting close to The Hague, Amsterdam, and Schiphol Airport
- The university has a large international community and provides support services for students coming from abroad
