Overview

Global Challenges lie at the centre of the Liberal Arts and Sciences Bachelor programme of Leiden University (LUC).

The Liberal Arts and Sciences - Global Challenges programme consists of four core components which are spread out over three years of study.

Key Features

The theme-based curriculum with a focus on four Global Challenges: Peace and Justice, Sustainability, Prosperity and Diversity
The top-rated, student-centered, intensive academic programme at our top-rated University College
The interactive small-scale classes with our dedicated staff

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Challenges: Peace & Justice
Sustainability
Prosperity and Diversity
Academic writing
History of philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leiden, Netherlands

Disciplines

Sociology International Development Liberal Arts View 30 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme accepts OMPT as a mathematics admission test. Depending on your academic background, you may be required to take an OMPT assessment as part of the admission process.

a copy of a valid passport or European ID card

a Dutch residence permit (if applicable)

a CV (résumé)

Copies of diplomas and transcripts

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13800 EUR / year

≈ 13800 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Leiden

Netherlands

850 - 1250 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Leiden

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