A world renowned university
A world renowned university

Ever since the university’s foundation in 1575, we have applied our efforts to developing, disseminating and applying scientific knowledge. Leiden University emphasises the need to continually strengthen our fundamental research and to focus on innovation, valorisation and academic entrepreneurship.

As a result of these research efforts, in addition to the quality of our teaching, Leiden University has earned its reputation as a leading university in Europe and worldwide. We are proud of our international collaborations as members of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), the Coimbra Group, the Europeum, the European University Association, Erasmus Mundus, Una Europa, EuroScholars and the International Association of Universities. The university boasts over 600 exchange agreements worldwide, and has their own institutes in Jakarta, Cairo, Rabat and Istanbul. You can rest-assured that a degree from Leiden University is recognised around the world and can open the door to the international career you may aspire.

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Overall ranking Leiden University

14th

Most innovative university in Europe according to Reuters (first in the NL)

77th

The Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE)

101th - 150th

Shanghai Ranking
(ARWU)

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141st

QS World University
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