In the Netherlands, Leiden is the only place where international students can follow a full academic programme in Dutch Studies. Not only will you gain a very good command of the Dutch language, you will also gain insight into the historical and present-day society and culture of the Netherlands. The unique combination of Dutch Studies and your own native language makes you the ideal person to build intercultural connections after your study. Therefore graduated students often fi nd employment in international organisations with Dutch connections; in governmental or NGOs or in Dutch educational programmes in their own country.