ABOUT Leiden University

Leiden University is one of Europe's foremost research universities. This prominent position gives our graduates a leading edge in applying for academic posts and for functions outside academia. Leiden is a typical university city, hosting the oldest university in the Netherlands (1575). The University permeates the local surroundings; University premises are scattered throughout the city, and the students who live and study in Leiden give the city its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. The academic world is changing. International competition between universities is growing and the battle for top talent and financial resources is becoming ever more intense. In order to maintain their position in the world rankings, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Delft University of Technology and Leiden University are working hard on an intensive collaborative relationship.