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Leiden University College (The Hague campus), The Netherlands
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City Information
The Hague (Den Haag in Dutch) is located on the west coast of the Netherlands in the province of South Holland. The population in The Hague is 500,000 and it has a temperate climate (though its proximity to the North Sea means that it is often windy). The city is the Dutch seat of government and home to the royal family, among other important Dutch institutions. The International Criminal Court and International Court of Justice are based in The Hague and it has been dubbed the International City of Peace and Justice due to the integral role the city has played in shaping international law and diplomacy. The Hague has a distinct international character due to the large number of international firms and organisations based there.
University Information
Founded in 2010 as part of Leiden University, Leiden University College is a liberal arts college based in the Hague that uses interdiscpilary teaching methods and a hands-on approach to learning. Students are challenged to understand relationships between fields of knowledge, and to approach complex issues from multiple and different perspectives. This means you are able to take subjects outside of (but related to) your discipline Leiden University College currently has around 600 students attending and has focus on international and cross-cultural communication.
Additional Information
Please note, we have taken the estimated cost of living below from the partners website as a guide but it is important to do your own research too. You will also need to consider other potential additional costs such as VISAs, flights and health insurance too. You can find out more about what additional costs you should consider via our funding page, here.
Summary Table
Competitiveness | Less competitive |
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Minimum Academic Average needed for Year Abroad | 60% |
Number of places open for semester abroad | N/A |
Number of places open for year abroad | 4 |
Number of places open for summer abroad | N/A |
Semester Abroad only: Do UK Students Need a Visa? | Yes |
Total estimated cost per semester in local currency (check xe.com for current exchange rates) |
8,000 EUR per semester. Check XE.com for currency exchange rate. |
City type | Medium city (100 k – 499 k) |
Campus Type(s) | Urban |
Where do exchange students normally live? | Private off-campus accommodation |
Are exchange students guaranteed a place in University halls of residence? | No |
Which UoL semester would a student normally spend at this partner? | Full academic year |
Term Dates |
Semester 1: September to January Semester 2: January to June |
Check www.xe.com for current exchange rates.