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Overview
Why study International Studies?
- The International Studies BA programme at Leiden University is a 3-year English-taught programme that offers you the opportunity to study the issues and effects of globalisation by focusing on one of eight world regions.
- You develop expertise ranging from proficiency in one of your chosen region’s languages to an in-depth understanding of its culture, history, politics and economy.
- Unique to any Humanities programme, this BA integrates real hands-on experience of working with organisations and businesses into its curriculum.
Why International Studies at Leiden University?
Do you want to gain deep, broad knowledge about a particular world region, in a globalised context? International Studies is for you!
- Study in The Hague, the centre of international politics and policy-making in the Netherlands.
- Choose to specialise in one of eight world regions.
- Learn a language from your chosen region.
- Develop a global mindset in an international classroom.
- Benefit from the strong career focus that is integrated into this programme, including the culminating PRINS consultancy course.
- Study at a top-ranking university: in 2017 the Guardian QS World University Rankings placed Leiden #26 in the world, #7 in Europe and #1 in the Netherlands in political and International Studies.
After graduation
Graduates of International Studies are attractive candidates for international employers in a wide variety of fields – think NGOs, multinationals, humanitarian or governmental agencies. Your deep region-specific knowledge and language, academic and practical skills prepare you for a Master, as well as employment.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Course structure:
- In the first year of International Studies, all students engage in the same core courses on economics, history, culture and politics.
- The first semester of the second year gives you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of a chosen area. In the second semester you learn about international relations and global political economy, and you have the opportunity to practice your research skills in a second Thematic seminar.
- The first semester of the third year offers you the so-called elective space in which you can freely choose between an international exchange, an internship, or a university minor. The second semester is where you show off your practical and academic skills.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , National
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
180 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies International Relations International Development View 23 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- an equivalent of a Dutch pre-university education (VWO) diploma. Our admissions Office has drawn up a list of common non-Dutch diplomas that generally meet the minimum academic requirements. Additionally a good level of English proficiency is required.
Tuition Fee
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International
12100 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12100 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
2209 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2209 EUR per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Den Haag
780 - 1170 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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