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Faculty of Science

Astronomy

Master Study Guide 2012 - 2013

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Important disclaimer!This guide provides useful information in compact form. After printing, changes may occur. For this reason, the text of this study guide is not binding. The latest valid information on schedules, programmes, rules and regulations can always be found on-line on the websites of the Leiden Observatory, the Faculty of Science, and the Leiden University.

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ContentsPersonal Information ..................................................................... 3Dear Student, ................................................................................. 7MSc in Astronomy: important addresses ........................................ 8MSc in Astronomy - programme ................................................... 10

Description of the programme ....................................................... 10Schematic repreSentation of the mSc in aStronomy programme 10requirementS for admiSSion ..................................................... 11admiSSion ................................................................................. 11

Description of the specialisations ................................................. 12Research in Astronomy ................................................................. 12

deScription .............................................................................. 12requirementS for admiSSion ..................................................... 12programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 12

Research in Astronomy - stream Instrumentation ......................... 14deScription .............................................................................. 14qualificationS for admiSSion .................................................... 14programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 14

Research in Astronomy - stream Cosmology ................................ 16deScription .............................................................................. 16qualificationS for admiSSion .................................................... 16programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 16

Astronomy and Science Based Business ..................................... 18deScription .............................................................................. 18qualificationS for admiSSion .................................................... 18programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 18

Astronomy and Science Communication & Society ...................... 20deScription .............................................................................. 20qualificationS for admiSSion .................................................... 20programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 20

Astronomy and Education ............................................................. 22deScription .............................................................................. 22qualificationS for admiSSion ..................................................... 22programme (120 ec) ............................................................... 22

Selection of courses and Master Study Plan. ............................... 24typeS of courSeS...................................................................... 24

Astronomy Research Projects, master’s thesis and oral presenta-tion ................................................................................................ 26


Examination and Graduation ........................................................ 27Course and examination regulations............................................. 27Registration of examinations ........................................................ 27

reSultS of examinationS ........................................................... 28MSc Astronomy Graduation Procedure ....................................... 29& Requirements ............................................................................ 29

graduation: location and dateS ................................................ 31Organisation ................................................................................. 32

Organisation of the Leiden Observatory (Leidse Sterrewacht) .................................................................................. 32

Board of admiSSionS ................................................................ 33Board of examinerS ................................................................. 33department teaching committee ............................................... 34Study adviSer ........................................................................... 34programme coordinator ........................................................... 34ruleS and regulationS ............................................................. 34ulcn account ......................................................................... 35uSiS ..........................................................................................36Study requirement (Studyplan) ............................................... 36petitionS in uSiS ....................................................................... 36de leidSche fleSch ................................................................. 37l.a.d. “f. KaiSer” ................................................................... 37

Studying abroad during your Leiden MSc Programme ................ 38Conditions ..................................................................................... 38Scholarships and tuition fee .......................................................... 39Contact and Information ................................................................ 39

Addresses of lecturers .................................................................. 40List of Addresses of the Faculty of Science and the University .... 49

faculty of Science ................................................................... 49leiden univerSity ...................................................................... 50in addition ................................................................................ 52

Who can help you with your questions? ....................................... 53Public Holidays & Other Events 2012-13 ..................................... 55Schedule of Master Courses, Fall 2012 ....................................... 56Legends Schedule Master Courses, Fall 2012............................ 57Schedule of Master Courses, Spring 2013 ................................... 58Legends Schedule Master Courses, Spring 2013 ....................... 59Map of the Faculty ........................................................................ 60Safety Information Leiden University ............................................ 61


Dear Student,Welcome to the Master in Astronomy programme at Leiden Observatory. You have enrolled in a fascinating programme that will train you as a researcher of one of the most complex science topics imaginable: the universe. As a Master of Astronomy, you will not only know your way around in space, but you will also be eminently capable of recognising, analysing, and solving problems. Whether you continue research as a PhD. student, or seek a career in society, these capabilities will be to immense advantage for the rest of your life.

The change from bachelor student to master student is more than a formality. Unlike the bachelor program, the master program has a curriculum that is defined mostly in general terms. On the one hand this allows us to offer you a two-year curriculum that is tailored to your individual interests. On the other hand, it requires you to decide what it is that you are most interested in, and what you want to learn most. This choice is not always simple, and may require careful thought. Leiden Observatory staff, and in particular the master study adviser, are always happy to discuss such matters with you.

Equally importantly, the master programme requires planning. Not only will you have to define a fitting master study program, but you will have to decide already at the beginning when to study for exams, when to start and when to complete your research project, when to reserve a date for your student colloquium etc. Many of these activities need to be planned and prepared several months in advance. All the necessary information is offered in this study guide, on our Internet pages and elsewhere. Please take time to look up this information.

Finally, while you are pursuing your studies, already keep an eye open for career opportunities after graduation - find out what is possible, what you like, and above all express your interest and apply in time.

I wish you good luck and a good time at the Sterrewacht!

Dr. P.P. van der WerfProgramme Director


MSc in Astronomy: important addressesLeiden ObservatoryJ.H. Oortgebouw and Huygens Laboratorium, Niels Bohrweg 2, 2333 CA LeidenPostbus 9513, 2300 RA Leiden

Programme DirectorDr. P.P. van der WerfRoom 565, J.H. OortgebouwPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5883E-mail: [email protected]

MSc study adviserProf. dr. J. SchayeRoom 437, J.H. OortgebouwPhone: +31 (0)71 527 844329E-mail: [email protected]

Programme coordinatorMrs. drs. A.N.G. Pen-OosthoekRoom 568, J.H. OortgebouwPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5839E-mail: [email protected]

Graduate School OfficeMr. R.V. KerpershoekRoom HB 2.06, Gorlaeus LaboratoriesPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5762E-mail: [email protected]

Board of ExaminersDr. J. Lub (chair)Room 564, J.H. OortgebouwPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5840E-mail: [email protected]

Department Teaching CommitteeVacancyFor recent information please go to http://www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education/commissies.php


Board of AdmissionsVacancyFor recent information please go to http://www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education/commissies.php

Specialisation coordinator Science Based BusinessDr. H. Jousma Room 1.01, Gorlaeus LaboratoriesNiels Bohrweg 1Phone: +31 (0)71 527 4424 E-mail: [email protected]

Specialisation coordinator Science Communication & SocietyProf. dr. J.M. van den BroekRoom 3.5.17, Sylvius LaboratoryPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5672E-mail: [email protected]

Specialisation coordinator EducationDr. H.J.M. van BemmelRoom B2.44, Willem Einthoven GebouwPhone: +31 (0)71 527 6491 E-mail: [email protected]


MSc in Astronomy - programme

Description of the programme

Leiden Observatory, the most comprehensive university astronomy department in the world offers an attractive master programme. The aim of the Leiden Observatory MSc programme is to provide students with the proficiency and skills to pursue a successful career in science, or in society with a strong background in scientific thinking and understanding. The programme offers four specialisations, each lasting two years (120 EC).

The Research in Astronomy specialisation focuses on major research themes including evolution of the universe, formation and evolution of galaxies, birth and death of stars, and formation and occurrence of planets near other stars. The remaining three specialisations combine the main elements of the research curriculum with topics in Science Based Business (SBB), Science Communication & Society (SCS), and Education (EDU), which are described seperately in this guide. Upon successful completion of the programme, students receive the degree Master of Science in Astronomy, with specification of the specialisation.

All specialisations have the same Director, the same Board of Examiners, the same Department Teaching Committee, and the same Board of Admissions. In addition, the specialisations SBB, SCS, and EDU each have their own Specialisation Coordinator for the non-science part. Students with an MSc in any of these specialisations are also admitted to a PhD programme in Astronomy.

Schematic repreSentation of the mSc in aStronomy programme

Specialisation Master of Astronomy (2 years)

Research 50% Astronomy and research-related courses

50 % Research projects

Communication / Education / Science Based Business

25%Astronomy and research- related courses

25%Research project Astronomy

50% Courses and internship Communication/ Education/ Science Based Business


requirementS for admiSSion Students with a BSc in Astronomy or the equivalent from Dutch universities participating in the NOVA research school are directly admitted to the programme.

For all other national and international candidates, the Board of Admissions will evaluate whether their degree is equivalent to a BSc in Astronomy. Students with bachelor’s degrees in other sciences such as Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry can also apply for enrolment. Candidates may be required to take introductory courses covering subjects in which they are deemed to be deficient. Additional admission guidelines for each of the specialisations are given below. The admission process may include an interview with the Board of Admissions. Admission is possible throughout the year, but both Dutch and foreign students are advised to start the programme in September or February. Foreign applicants must provide proof of proficiency in English (IELTS ≥ 6.5).

admiSSionStudents who have successfully passed their bachelor exam in Astronomy at Leiden University and start their master’s degree programme in September or February should enroll using Studielink (www.studielink.nl). Students who have successfully passed their bachelor exam in Astronomy at the Leiden University, but start their programme at any other time, should enroll both at the Graduate School Office and using Studielink before starting their master’s degree programme. All other students should apply via the website: http://mastersinleiden.nl/.

Admission is possible throughout the year but we advise students to start at the first of February or September when new classes begin.For questions concerning applications one should contact the programme coordinator.


Description of the specialisationsIn the following paragraphs more detailed information on the various specialisations is presented: brief descriptions, qualifications for admission and the programme structure. The contents of these chapters are based on the Teaching and Examination Regulations 2012-13 of the MSc Astronomy of Leiden University, which is a legally binding document. See MSc OER at: www.science.leidenuniv.nl/oer.

Research in Astronomy

deScriptionThis 2-year programme consists of advanced astronomy courses, two research projects in astronomy, and courses on science topics related to the field of astronomy. It prepares the student for independent research in astronomy.

requirementS for admiSSion See page 11 and 13.

programme (120 ec)Students have to consult the MSc study adviser on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it. The programme has the following curriculum:

Year 1 Level ECMinor Astronomy Research Project 1 500 24

Astronomy courses 2,3 400/500 24

Non-astronomy courses 2 400/500 12

Year 2Major (master’s) Astronomy Research Project 1 600 36

Astronomy courses 2,3 500 12

Non-astronomy courses 2 400/500 12


1 See page 252 See page 243 The Astronomy courses are chosen as follows:

• The course Stellar Structure and Evolution (6 EC)• Two Astronomy core courses (12 EC)• One or more instrument-related Astronomy course (6 EC)• A choice of Astronomy courses of any type (12 EC)

For information about the courses of the current year see: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education.

In individual cases, a course from a different programme or field of study may be elected, but only after written approval beforehand by the Board of Examiners. Thus, before starting such a course, the student should contact the chairman of this board to obtain the necessary approval.

The programme may be adapted for master’s students who have not followed the Leiden Astronomy Bachelor programme. Upon recommendation by the MSc study adviser and written approval of the Board of Examiners, the Minor Research Project can be reduced to 15 EC with a simultaneous increase in the number of courses in astronomy. If possible, the students will take these additional courses in their first semester. These additional courses can be selected from the normal courses in the master’s curriculum, and from the following courses in the bachelor’s curriculum:

• Astronomical Observing Techniques (Astronomische Waarneem Technieken);

• Radiative Processes (Stralingsprocessen); • Physics of Elementary Particles (Fysica van Elementaire Deeltjes).

These students may also add astronomy courses at the cost of the non-astronomy courses, again after consultation with the MSc study adviser and approval by the Board of Examiners.

For more information on the specialisation Research in Astronomy, see the following website: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education.


Research in Astronomy - stream Instrumentation

deScriptionWithin the “Research in Astronomy” programme, students may choose to focus on the subject “Astronomy and Instrumentation”. This stream is offered in collaboration with the Department of Applied Physics at the Delft University of Technology (TUD). It underlines that observational astronomy and atmospheric research uses and develops leading edge technology in particular in the field of highly sensitive detection (such as at ESA/ESTEC in Noordwijk, at ASTRON in Dwingeloo and at SRON in Utrecht/Groningen). Through this common specialisation we are offering an advanced programme that is consistent with the high level of expertise in the Netherlands.

qualificationS for admiSSion In addition to the general admission requirements (see page 11), students should have successfully completed the TUD BSc course `Systemen en Signalen’ (TN4525) or its equivalent. programme (120 ec)Students have to consult the MSc study adviser on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it. The programme consists of the following main elements:

Level ECMinor Research Project in General astronomy 500 24

Major (master’s) Research Project in Instrumental Astronomy 1

600 36

The course “Stellar Structure and Evolution” 500 6

The course “Detection of Light” 500 6

Choice of core/general/specialist Astronomy courses 2

400/500 18-12

Choice of instrument-related Astronomy courses 2

400/500 6-12

Choice of instrument-related Physics courses 400/500 24


1 The Major (master’s) Research Project may involve designing, building or testing of an instrument or instrument system, or any combination of these activities. It may be carried out in any of the Leiden Astronomy or Delft Applied Physics labs, or at external organisations directly related to astronomical instrumentation.2 See page 24

For more information on the Instrumentation stream, see the following websites: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education and the MSc programme Applied Physics at www.tudelft.nl.


Research in Astronomy - stream Cosmology

deScriptionWithin the “Research in Astronomy” curriculum, students may choose to focus on the subject “Cosmology”. This stream is offered in collaboration with the Institute Lorentz for Theoretical Physics in the Department of Physics at Leiden University (LION). Fundamental elements are theory, data handling, and numerical simulation.

qualificationS for admiSSion In addition to the general admission requirements (see page 11), students should have successfully completed the BSc course `Physics of Elementary Particles’ (or its equivalent), and should have in-depth knowledge of undergraduate courses with theoretical and mathematical emphasis, such as quantum physics, electrodynamics, statistical physics, and complex analysis. programme (120 ec)Students have to consult the MSc study adviser on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it. The programme consists of the following main elements:

Level ECMinor Research Project in General Astronomy1 500 24

Major (master’s) Research Project in Cosmology1 600 36

Astronomy

The course “Stellar Structure and Evolution” 500 6

The course “Origin and Evolution of the Universe” 500 6

The course “Large Scale Structure and Galaxy Formation”

500 6

Choice of core/general/specialist Astronomy courses2

400/500 18

Physics

The course “Particle Physics and Early Universe” 500 6

The course “Theory of General Relativity” 400 6

Choice of related Physics courses 400/500 12


1 The two research projects together should cover the three fundamental elements: theory, data handling and simulations. See also page 252 See page 24

For more information on the Cosmology stream, see the following websites: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education.


Astronomy and Science Based Business

deScriptionThe MSc programme Astronomy and Science Based Business (SBB) prepares students for a career in science-related business and administration, and trains them in innovative and entrepreneurial methods from a physical/astronomical perspective. In addition to knowledge in astronomy and physics, the specialisation Science Based Business (SBB) provides knowledge and skills in the area of Management, Business and Entrepreneurship. Its focus is on their application in science- and research-driven organisations. Its purpose is to broaden the horizon, to form an opinion on and prepare for a career in industry and to enhance competencies for pursuing entrepreneurial business opportunities created through science and research (Research Based Business; RBB). In order to obtain the SBB master annotation, completion of a minimum programme including the course SBB Fundamentals and the SBB training period is required (see below). Students with an MSc in Astronomy and Science Based Business are also admissible to a PhD programme in Astronomy.

qualificationS for admiSSion See page 11.

programme (120 ec)Students must consult the MSc study adviser on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it. The programme consists of the following main elements:

Astronomy (60-80 EC) The astronomy research component of the Science Based Business specialisation consists of a Medium Research Project (30 EC) supervised by a member of the Leiden Observatory scientific staff, as well as courses to be selected in correspondence with the research topic to a minimum of 30 EC and a maximum of 50 EC. These include at least the mandatory course “Stellar Structure and Evolution”, one other Astronomy core course, and 8 - 14 EC of non-astronomy courses:

Level ECMedium Research Project1 600 30

Astronomy and non-astronomy courses2 400/500 30-50


Science Based Business (40-60 EC)The business-related part of the Science Based Business specialisation consists of a minimum of 40 EC and a maximum of 60 EC of the following components:

Foundation: Level ECSBB Fundamentals 400 15

Research Based Business Opportunities 400 5

Research Based Business Ventures 400 5

Research Based Business Planning 400 5

Advancement:RBB New Business Development 3 500 3

RBB Technology Transfer 3 500 3

SBB Management 500 3

Learning from Silicon Valley: Entrepreneurship and New Business Venturing 4 500 10

SBB Essay 500 3-7

SBB Elective 400-600 3-15

Finishing:SBB Internship 600 22-35

RBB Assignment 600 22-35

1 See page 252 See page 243 When RBB New Business Development and RBB Technology Transfer are taken together, the total amount of credits is reduced to 5 EC4 This course is offered in collaboration with Delft University of Technology and Erasmus University Rotterdam, and will only be taught when sufficient participants from all three universities are enrolled.

For more information on the specialisation Astronomy and Science Based Business, see the following websites:www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education and www.sbb.leidenuniv.nl.


Astronomy and Science Communication & Society

deScriptionThe MSc programme Astronomy and Science Communication & Society concerns science communication in a broad sense. The programme prepares students for a career in popularisation of science, for example, as a science communicator, a science policymaker or a public relations officer, or for a career as a scientist with a communicating mindset.

qualificationS for admiSSion See page 11. Furthermore, applicants must be proficient in Dutch.

It is strongly recommended that the BSc programme includes the 10-EC course combination “Leren, Presenteren en Communiceren”, offered by the Leiden School of Education (ICLON), or equivalent courses.

programme (120 ec)Students must consult the MSc study adviser and the specialisation coordinator on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it. The programme consists of the following main elements:

Astronomy (60-80 EC) The Astronomy component of the SCS specialisation consists of a Medium Research Project (30 EC) supervised by a member of the Leiden Observatory scientific staff, as well as courses to be selected in correspondence with the research topic to a minimum of 30 EC and a maximum of 50 EC. These include at least the mandatory course “Stellar Structure and Evolution”, one other Astronomy core course, and 8 - 14 EC of non-astronomy courses.

In summary:



1 See page 252 See page 24


Communication (40-60 EC)The communication-related part of the SCS specialisation consists of a minimum of 40 EC and a maximum of 60 EC of the following components:

Level ECFundamentals of Science Communication and Society 400 17

Training Period 1,2 600 23-34

Choice of

Courses in Communication 2 ≥400 0-8

Communication Master thesis 2 500/600 5

Communication research project correlated to the Master thesis 500/600 4

1 The training period can be in the field of Journalism, Museology or New Media and includes a written report, and an oral presentation. 2 The choice of the training period, the MSc thesis, and elective courses should be approved beforehand by the Communication specialisation coordinator and the MSc Astronomy study adviser.

For more information on the specialisation Astronomy and Science Communication & Society see the following websites: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education and www.scs.leidenuniv.nl.


Astronomy and Education

deScriptionThe specialisation Astronomy and Education prepares students for a career in teaching physics. During their specialisation, student teachers develop competences to improve and innovate their practice (e.g. by developing and testing instruction on a specific topic). This specialisation leads up to the so-called “eerstegraads-lesbevoegdheid” in physics, qualifying the student to teach in Dutch upper secondary education. The education part of this specialisation is offered as a joint programme of the Faculty of Science and the Leiden School of Education (ICLON).Students with an MSc in Astronomy and Education are also admissible to a PhD programme in Astronomy.

qualificationS for admiSSionSee page 11. Furthermore, applicants must be proficient in Dutch.

It is strongly recommended that the BSc programme includes the 10-EC course combination “Leren, Presenteren en Communiceren”, offered by the Leiden School of Education (ICLON), or equivalent courses.

programme (120 ec)Students are required to consult the MSc study adviser on the viability of their proposed MSc programme selection, or changes therein, before embarking on it.

Astronomy (60 EC)The astronomy research component of this specialisation consists of a Medium Research Project (30 EC) supervised by a member of the Leiden Observatory scientific staff, as well as courses to be selected in correspondence with the research topic to a total of 30 EC. These include at least the mandatory course “Stellar Structure and Evolution”, one other astronomy core course, and 12 EC of non-astronomy courses.

In summary:



1 See page 252 See page 24


Education (60 EC)The Education option of the MSc programme Astronomy and Education is offered as a joint programme of the Faculty of Science and the Leiden School of Education (ICLON) and consists of 60 EC of the following components:

Level ECEducational Theory 300 5

Supervision of Professional Development 1 400 4

Supervision of Professional Development 2 400 3

Teaching Methodology 1 500 5

Teaching Methodology 2 500 5

Specialisation 600 8

Teaching Practice 1 15

Teaching Practice 2 15

For more information on the Specialisation Astronomy and Education, see the following websites: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education and www.iclon.leidenuniv.nl.


Selection of courses and Master Study Plan.

For all specialisations, the selection of the course work and research projects requires prior approval by the MSc study adviser. In individual cases a course from a different programme or field of study may be elected, but only after prior written approval by the Board of Examiners. Before starting such a course, the student should first discuss the choice with the MSc study adviser, and only then contact the chairman of this board to obtain such approval. At the start of the master’s programme, the student and the MSc study adviser together draw up a complete list of planned courses and projects (Master Study Plan). Changes in the Master Study Plan in the course of the programme are possible, but always require prior approval by the study adviser.

typeS of courSeSA variety of courses is given each year. The courses of this year and the course descriptions can be found at www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education.

The courses are classified as follows:

Astronomy Core Courses (6 EC each). 1. Origin and Evolution of the Universe; 2. Galaxies, Structure, Dynamics and Evolution; 3. Stellar Structure and Evolution; 4. Interstellar Medium.

General Astronomy Courses (6 EC each). These vary with time. Some are only given once; others are given at regular or irregular intervals. Examples include “Star Formation”, “Computational Astrophysics” and the InterUniversity Courses (IAC).

Instrument-related Astronomy Courses (6 EC each). The number and schedule of these courses also varies, but a regular examples are “Detection of Light” (6 EC) and “Radio Astronomy” (3 EC). The 4-EC course ”Physics of Scientific Space Instruments” is also in this category, as are specifically designated courses at Delft University of Technology.


Specialist Astronomy Courses (3 EC each). These provide in-depth introductions to specialised topics such as

• Pulsar Physics;• Databases and Data Mining;• Gravitational Lensing; and • Astrochemistry.

Non-Astronomy Courses (Various ECs). These must be selected from the courses offered by the Leiden MSc programmes in Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Sciences.The course SBB Fundamentals can also be taken as a non-astronomy course in the MSc specialisation “Research in Astronomy”.


Astronomy Research Projects, master’s thesis and oral presentation

The Minor (24 EC), Medium (30 EC) and Major (36 EC) Research Projects are carried out under close supervision by a member of the scientific staff. The Major and Minor Research Project must be of a different nature and be supervised by different persons. The Major Research Project can be started only after the Minor Research Project is finished. The maximum duration of a Minor Research Project is eight (8) months, and that of a Major Research Project twelve (12) months. The Medium Research Project (30 EC) is carried out by students following the SBB, SCS or EDU specialisations. Its maximum duration is ten (10) months.

Both the Medium and the Major Research Project are designated as the Master’s Research Project; their total credit of 36 EC and 30 EC respectively include a 5 EC and 4 EC respectively Master’s Thesis as well as a 1 EC public presentation (the Student Colloquium).

Students seeking more information on possible research projects may contact the specialisation coordinators or the MSc study adviser and check out the website: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl.

Students who strongly prefer to conduct part of a research project outside Leiden University or abroad, must propose this to the MSc study adviser. They have to find a staff member of the Leiden Observatory who will agree to act as local supervisor and must acquire permission from the Board of Examiners.

A master’s thesis will be evaluated both by the supervisor of the project and another staff member not directly connected to the research group. For archival purposes, students must provide one paper and one digital copy to the programme coordinator [email protected].

Oral presentations (Student Colloquia) are scheduled on Mondays. A date should be reserved at least three months in advance, in order to avoid disappointments. Talks may be scheduled in July or August under exceptional circumstances only. For more information or reservation: [email protected].


Examination and Graduation

Course and examination regulationsThe student charter is a collection of all the rights and duties of students; in addition, it gives an indication of the university facilities available to students and a summary of the legal protection of students. The charter consists of two sections. The institutional section, which is the same for all students, is available via internet, at: www.studentenstatuut.leidenuniv.nl/ (in Dutch). The educational section containing information on the study programme, courses and examination regulations can be found on www.science.leidenuniv.nl/oer, see OER MSc and Regels en richtlijnen. For whom is the charter intended? The student charter relates exclusively to students of Leiden University, enrolled in a study programme.This charter is the student charter as referred to in art. 7.59 of the Higher Education and Research Act (WHW).The student charter is also binding for the university. A summary of the relevant university regulations can be found in the first section. The university regulations are available for viewing at the Plexus Student Information Meeting Point (PITSstop) and the student information centre. Appeals and objection procedures are in place to enforce compliance with the regulations, should this be necessary.

Registration of examinations Students are required to register for all courses in advance using uSis. Unlike the exams of the bachelor courses, the master exams are sometimes not set beforehand in the schedule. At the beginning of a master course, the coordinator of the course will explain the examination process to the students and if necessary, an examination date will be fixed.

For all exams, there will be at least one possibility of repeating the exam in the course of each year. The schedule does not make extra time available for preparing these re-exams, because they would disrupt the normal study rhythm. Should students need a second re-exam, the MSc study adviser may present a request in that sense to the lecturer. The lecturer will only agree if he/she has the impression that the student in question has a reasonable chance of success.


reSultS of examinationSFor every course which is part of the final examination, there is an appointed lecturer who is responsible for the teaching and the evaluation via an examination procedure. Grading is by a number between 1 and 10. Half integers are also permitted with the exception of 5.5. The number 6 or higher is considered passed, the number 5 almost passed and the number 4.5 and lower failed. The exams covering the content of a lecture course can be taken after every lecture block. In a number of cases, there are partial tests; after the last partial test, the final result will be determined on the basis of the partial tests. The regulations for the partial and/or final tests will be provided in more detail during the lectures by the lecturer.Examination questions and answers of recent exams can be found on the websites and/or can be obtained from the programme coordinator.The results are made public by the lecturer via a listing or, in case of an oral exam, via an exam card (tentamenkaart) which is available at the programme coordinator, Oort 568.

Each student will receive proof of participation and evaluation. Students must check their own results via uSis www.usis.leidenuniv.nl


MSc Astronomy Graduation Procedure & RequirementsGraduation of the master programme in Astronomy takes place after a formal final examination. The exams usually take place every last Tuesday of the month, according to the schedule at page 31.The student who is expecting to graduate within a few months is requested to contact the MSc study adviser who will judge whether all criteria are (about to be) met and will determine the graduation date best suited.

1a. The student requests the master exam no later than 5 weeks before the designated exam date. At that moment all formal requirements must have been met, i.e. all required work should have received a passing grade (6 or higher), including the master’s thesis, student colloquium, and internship (if applicable), and the following official papers must have been handed in to the Graduate School Office.

1b. Up to two weeks before the exam date, teaching staff may still change a grade already handed in. If a new grade is available, it replaces the one handed in before. This eliminates the danger of last minute exam delays.

1c. If all definitive grades have been handed in no later than the last exam date of the academic year (end of August), this date will count as the formal exam date. Although the actual graduation session will take place in the new academic year, the student will not be required to register for this new year.

2. The exam is requested using in lieu of item 1a. the Master Exam Form which is available at the Graduate School Office. The request necessitates, in this order: a. an up-to-date and fully completed form, with b. the signature of the MSc study adviser validating the study plan c. the signature of the programme coordinator for the receipt of one

paper and one electronic copy of the master’s thesis, and one paper copy and one electronic copy of the thesis of the minor research project

d. The names of the members of the graduation committee (see 3)e. the signature of the education director for final OK.

Important: the student should carefully verify well in advance when the above mentioned persons are available for signing!


3. The student personally invites the members of the graduationcommittee who will conduct the interrogation during the examination session. This committee should consist of no fewer than 3 members, at least 2 of whom must be Sterrewacht Leiden lecturers with examination authority. Upon student request, any Sterrewacht lecturer, or any lecturer that has supervised another exam (`tentamen') by the student may also be part of the committee.

3a. If the student graduates in any specialisation other than the research specialisation, a representative of that specialisation is generally part of the graduation committee.

3b. The student asks one of the Sterrewacht lecturers with examination authority to act as chair of the graduation committee.

4. The student then provides the Graduate School Office of the Faculty of Science with the names of the chair and members of the graduation committee. The Graduate School Office prepares all official documents, assigns the location and time of the graduation session, and communicates in a timely fashion the graduation schedule to all committee members.

5. According to rules and regulations, the graduation committee represents the Board of Examiners of the Opleiding Sterrenkunde. All official documents must therefore be signed by members of the Board of Examiners only (usually its Chair and the Programme Director).

6. The chair of the graduation committee signs the judicium form and

decides who will present the graduation address. Usually, this is the chair him/herself, but this may also be another member of the graduation committee (such as the thesis supervisor, or the specialisation coordinator).

6a. Upon graduating, the graduate will receive a folder with all official documents, and a folder with other relevant documents, and a small souvenir from the institute.

See also http://science.leidenuniv.nl/index.php/english/administrative_procedures/graduation/ for more information.


graduation: location and dateSThe graduation ceremonies take place at the Academie gebouw, Rapenburg 73, Leiden at the following dates:

- Tuesday, September 25, 2012 - Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - Tuesday, November 27, 2012 - Tuesday, December 18, 2012 - Tuesday, January 19, 2013 - Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - Tuesday, March 26, 2013 - Tuesday, April 23, 2013 - Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - Tuesday, August 27, 2013


OrganisationThe Programme Director, Dr. P.P. van der Werf, is responsible for the study programme and the quality of its teaching.All information on schedules, examinations, courses, regulations, etc., is continuously updated on the website: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education.For all matters related to study counselling and study advice, students should turn to the study adviser. The administrative handling of grades, the final examination and the enrolment for examinations take place at the Graduate School Office of the Faculty of Science (Educatief Centrum). Through their ULCN-account, students are able to change their home address themselves when they move. Students are expected to regularly check their electronic mail at the e-mail address provided by the university, the so-called Umail-address. The faculty uses only this e-mail (Umail) address for all electronic correspondence with students. It is advisable to empty the personal electronic mailbox regularly, to avoid important messages not arriving due to a full mailbox.

Organisation of the Leiden Observatory (Leidse Sterrewacht)Astronomy in Leiden has a long tradition. In 1633 Leiden University established an observatory to accommodate the so-called quadrant of Snellius (the Dutch scientist best known for his laws of refraction). This founding date makes the Leidse Sterrewacht the oldest university in the Netherlands. In 1861, a new and professional observatory was established by Frederik Kaiser. In 1974, Leiden Observatory moved from Kaiser's old Observatory building in the centre of Leiden to the Huygens Laboratory, and to the J.H. Oort building. The name “Leidse Sterrewacht” was kept. Now, Astronomy is undertaken by more modern means and the Institute has become larger than ever before, still standing at the forefront of astronomical research.The Leiden Observatory participates in The Netherlands Research School For Astronomy (Nederlandse Onderzoeksschool voor Astronomie): NOVA.


Research topics of the Leiden Observatory: - Large-scale structure and cosmology - Galaxies - Interstellar matter and star formation - Stars and planetary systems - Computational astrophysics - High energy astrophysics - Laboratory astrophysics and astrochemistry - Instrumentation - History of astronomy

Each year, the Leiden Observatory has paid positions available for PhD students. After obtaining the MSc degree it is possible to apply for these PhD positions. In addition, it may be possible to enter the PhD programme on the basis of self-obtained grants. The PhD programme takes another four years and involves research and coursework. Vacancies are posted on the website: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/jobs/.

The Lorentz Center for Astronomy, Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science facilitates the organisation of a variety of international workshops of one or more weeks. The workshops are of great interest to both staff and students. Its present director is Prof.dr Arjen Doelman. The Lorentz Center is located very close to the Leiden Observatory on the 3rd floor of the Oort building.

Board of admiSSionSThe Board of Admissions advises the University Admission Office on the applications for the MSc in Astronomy. The members of the Board of Admissions can be found on the website: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/education/commissies.php.

Board of examinerSThe Board of Examiners of the study in Astronomy has the following tasks:

• the responsibility for the final examinations,• the organisation and the coordination of the examinations,• the approval of the individual study programme which the students

should present, after consultation with the MSc study adviser, for the doctoral and the master’s examinations.

The members of the Board of Examiners are appointed by the Board of the Faculty.


department teaching committeeThe Department Teaching Committee (Opleidingscommissie [OC]) of the study in Astronomy is the body that advises the Programme Director. Half of the Department Teaching Committee’s members are students, chosen every fall, by and from the ranks of Astronomy students. In the Department Teaching Committee, all subjects related to the educational programme are dealt with, among which modernisation of the programme and evaluation of the quality of the educational programme. Students who would like to participate in the discussion on education are invited to put up their candidacy for election to the Department Teaching Committee in Astronomy. For more information, contact the chairman of the OC.

Study adviSerThe MSc study adviser Astronomy is concerned with all aspects which might influence the study. He advises (potential) students about the educational possibilities within and outside the Leiden programme and assists with planning study programmes.Students running into problems during their studies or experiencing significant delays should contact the MSc study adviser as quickly as possible. The MSc study adviser will her/himself take the initiative if she/he feels there is reason to. Discussions are confidential (in agreement with the behavioural code of the national association of study advisers).

programme coordinatorThe programme coordinator is responsible for all kinds of organisational matters concerning the programme, e.g. admission procedures, scholarships, scheduling, controlling master study plans, etc. All questions concerning organisation can be asked to the programme coordinator.

ruleS and regulationSIn the Student Charter (‘Studentenstatuut’ in Dutch) all rights and obligations of students, the University, Faculty and the programme are laid down. Besides being a collection of all rights and obligations, the Student Charter also lists all facilities provided by the University available to students.The charter also contains an overview of the legal protection of students.The rights and obligations laid down in the Student Charter are derived from the legislation of the Higher Education and Reseach Act (‘Wet op het Hoger Onderwijs en Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek’, WHW).Every student is deemed to have taken notice of all parts of the Student Charter.


The charter comprises two parts. The Institutional part is equal for all students and can be found on the website of the University www.regulations.leiden.edu/education-students/student-charter.html and a hard copy is made available at PITSstop (Information and Support Services & Information Desk Plexus Student Centre).The departmental part of the charter addresses students of a specific programme and comprises two parts: the Course and Examination Regulations (OER in Dutch) and the Rules and Regulations for the examinations, practicals and final examinations (R&R). In the OER and R&R a.o. the rules of the Faculty regarding admission, examinations, the degree programme and organisation are laid down. The text of these documents can be found on the website of the faculty www.science.leidenuniv.nl >> Graduate School >> MSc Regulations

ulcn accountUpon registration at the University every students receives a student number and accompanying ULCN account. The ULCN account provides access to the following facilities.

• Work stations Access to work stations (PCs) stations in the faculties, in Plexus student centre and the University Library.

• Leiden University Wireless Access (LUWA) LUWA provides wireless access to internet with your own laptop.

• uMail Access to your uMailbox, including mail forwarding to an alternative mail address.

• uSisRegistering and deregistering for exams, work groups and courses, applying for exam results and notifying change of address.

• uPrefsHere you can change your ULCN password and create extra settings for Blackboard

• BlackboardAccess to the digital teaching environment

• UB CatalogueSearching for books and journals (including electronic journals) in the libraries of University Leiden Libraries.

• Digital LibraryAccess to catalogues, bibliographic files, full-text sources and electronic journals of University Leiden Libraries.

• eStemmenVoting for student members of faculty and university boards


• SurfspotOrdering software via a campus licence.

• WeblogMaintaining a blog, including an academic blog

When you have problems with your account, please contact your local ICT-helpdesk.

uSiSIn uSis – www.usis.leidenuniv.nl – all student information such as addresses, programme and grades are registered. Students can monitor their own progress. Registration for courses, examinations, minors etc. should be done via uSis.More information about the procedures and use of uSis can be found on http://science.leidenuniv.nl/index.php/english/students/administrative_procedures/More information on the system, manuals and FAQs can be found on: http://www.usishelp-en.leidenuniv.nl

Study requirement (Studyplan)For every student an advisement report with his/her study requirements are laid down. This report, also known as studyplan, is an overview of the master degree programme to which the student must comply in order to obtain the master degree. The requirements are the most important elements for students in uSis. It is of the utmost importance that students are registered correctly for their degree programma and – if applicable – the specialisation.The requirements comprise all compulsory elements, limited and free choice of the programme. By means of the advisement report an easy overview can be obtained of all course registrations, obtained grades and outstanding elements, so progress is easily monitored.Errors in the advisement report are best reported at the Graduate School Office via [email protected].

petitionS in uSiSThe initial study requirements shown are based upon defaults for your specific academic program and plan combination. By using ‘petition requests” it is possible to adjust these to your specific situation.Your requirements may only be changed by the board of examiners (examen commisie). They need a petition request to analyse the situation. The board of examiners can accept or reject a petition request.


If the petition request is accepted then your study requirements will be adjusted. You may submit a petition request for the following reasons:

• Request exemption for a particular subject• Request a deviation in the number of study points required for a

subject• Request an extracurricular course• Substitution of one course by another course that is offered by

Leiden University• Courses that have been studied in another university may be added

via External EducationMention at which university the course is thaught, the course name, lecturer, number of EC and the starting date.

• Request for a (research) project or thesis.Mention at which university, institute abd department the project will be carried out, the supervisor, number of EC and the starting date.

de leidSche fleSch De Leidsche Flesch is the study association for students studying Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics or Computer Science in Leiden. Book sales, excursions, study trips, (lunch) lectures, sport activities, symposiums and informal receptions are only a few of the activities organised by De Leidsche Flesch. Moreover, exams from previous years are downloadable from their site. If you want more information about De Leidsche Flesch or if you want to sign up as a member, you should go to the website: www.deleidscheflesch.nl/.

l.a.d. “f. KaiSer”Since 1993 the Leidsch Astronomisch Dispuut ‘F. Kaiser’, named after the founder of the Oude Sterrewacht (Old Observatory) in Leiden, operates successfully. The aim of this student society is to promote the contact between bachelor students, master students, PhD-students, post-docs, staff-members and all other people working at the department of astronomy.L.A.D. ‘F. Kaiser’ organizes tours and telescope workshops at the Oude Sterrewacht, movie nights, dinners, excursions, the annual soccer tournament, special events and other activities which could enhance the contact between students from different years. Every Leiden astronomy student can request to become a member.

For more information see: www.strw.leidenuniv.nl/~kaiser or send an e-mail to [email protected].


Studying abroad during your Leiden MSc Programme Students who are enrolled in one of the Leiden University MSc-programmes can choose to spend some time abroad. It is the policy of the University to stimulate this, in order to broaden the students’ horizon and improve their academic and language skills. Especially students who are enrolled in a 2-year (research) master programme are advised to spend some time abroad. Leiden has many bilateral exchange and cooperation agreements with universities all over the world, including many who belong to the top. First of all, Leiden University participates in the European Union’s Erasmus programme. This programme offers many possibilities to follow courses or to do a research training project at one of the universities in the European Union, please see: http://science.leidenuniv.nl/index.php/faculteit/onderwijs/studeren_in_buitenland/contracten

Beside this, there are many exchange agreements with universities outside of Europe such as the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Africa and Korea. Students can also ask their academic staff members to recommend an international institute. A list of the non-European partner universities can be found at www.buitenland.leidenuniv.nl (in Dutch, choose “Uitwisselingsprogrammema’s buiten Europa”).

ConditionsStudents who want to spend some time abroad have to meet certain conditions first: your Board of Examiners has to approve the study programme you intend to follow. Furthermore, you must have the right academic qualifications and language skills for the intended programme. You can study abroad one semester or a full academic year. Students of the Faculty of Science should always contact Ms. Gloria Schildwacht for information, registration, selection, introduction to host university, safety regulations, scholarships, etc.


Scholarships and tuition feeThere are several scholarships for outgoing students, such as the Erasmus scholarship if you stay in Europe and the Lustra scholarship if you go outside of Europe. Students enrolled in a 2-year (research) master programme can apply for the Outbound Study Grant. Selected students who go abroad to an exchange partner institute don’t have to pay tuition fee to the guest university, because they are already enrolled at Leiden University.

Contact and InformationMs. Gloria Schildwacht, International Office of the Faculty of ScienceGorlaeus Laboratories, room 2.05 Einsteinweg 552333 CC LeidenPhone: 071-527 57 83Email: [email protected]


Addresses of lecturersRooms, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of most lecturers and other people involved in the master programmes are listed below.

Explanation of the abbreviationsGL = Gorlaeus Laboratory, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden

HL = Huygens Laboratory, Niels Bohrweg 2, Leiden

IL = Instituut-Lorentz, J. H. Oort-building

Oort = J. H. Oort-building, Niels Bohrweg 2, Leiden

Clusius Lab = Wassenaarseweg 64, Leiden

AMOLF = Instituut voor Atoom- en Molecuul Fysica, Amsterdam

TUDelft = Delft University of Technology, www.tudelft.nl

Sn = Snellius building, Niels Bohrweg 1, Leiden

NameBuilding and room number

Telephone numbere-mail address

Aardal, Prof.Dr. K.I. +31 (0)15 278 5093

TUD [email protected]

Aarts, Prof.Dr. J. +31 (0)71 527 5478

Oort 159 [email protected]

Aartsma, Prof.Dr. T.J. +31 (0)71 527 5967

HL 1121b [email protected]

Achúcarro, Prof.Dr. A. +31 (0)71 527 5518

IL 269 [email protected]

Baal, Prof.Dr. PJ. Van +31 (0)71 527 5502


Barkema, Prof.Dr. G.T. +31 (0)71 527 5522


Beenakker, Prof.Dr. C.W.J. +31 (0)71 527 5532



Beijersbergen, Prof.Dr. M.W. +31 (0)71 528 4964

Cosine, Niels Bohrweg 11, Leiden [email protected]

Blöte, Prof.Dr. H.W.J. +31 (0)71 527 5523


Boer, Dr. F.S. de +31 (0)71 527 7095

Sn 157a [email protected]

Bouwmeester, Prof.Dr. D. +31 (0)71 527 5892


Bouwens, Dr. R.J. +31 (0)71 527 8456


Brandl, Dr. B. +31 (0)71 527 5830


Brinchmann, Dr. J. +31 (0)71 527 8470


Brink, Prof.Dr. J. van den +31 (0)71 527 5510


Brown, Dr. A.G.A. +31 (0)71 527 5884


Degenaars, Drs. G. +31 (0)71 527 4354

Sn 104 [email protected]

Dekker, Prof.Dr. N.H. +31 (0)15 278 3219


Denteneer, Dr. P.J.H. +31 (0)71 527 5508


Deprettere, Prof.Dr.ir. E.F.A. +31 (0)71 527 5776


Deul, Dr. E.R. +31 (0)71 527 5827

HL 407 [email protected]


Dishoeck, Prof.Dr. E.F. van +31 (0)71 527 5814


Doelman, Prof.Dr. A. +31 (0)71 527 7123


Dogterom, Prof.Dr. M. +31 (0)20 754 7135

AMOLF [email protected]

Dood, Dr. M.J.A. de +31 (0)71 527 5929

HL 909c [email protected]

Edixhoven, Prof.Dr. S.J. +31 (0)71 527 7136


Eliel, Prof.Dr. E.R. +31 (0)71 527 5708


Emmerich, Dr. M.T.M. +31 (0)71 527 6985


Exter, Dr. M.P. van +31 (0)71 527 5927 / 5924

HL 904 / 928 [email protected]

Finkelnberg, Dr. H. +31 (0)71 527 7124


Franx, Prof.Dr. M. +31 (0)71 527 5870


Frenken, Prof.Dr. J.W.M. +31 (0)71 527 5603


Fridlund, Prof.Dr. C.W.M. +31 (0)71 527 2727

ESTEC, Noordwijk [email protected]

Gaans, Dr. O.W. van +31 (0)71 527 7122


Garrett , Prof. dr M.A. +31 (0)52 159 5126

ASTRON [email protected]


Gast, Dr. P. +31 (0)71 527 5979


Gill, Prof.Dr. R.D. +31 (0)71 527 7137


Gorkom, Dr. H.J. van +31 (0)71 527 5981

HL 1109a [email protected]

Graaf, Dr. J.M. de +31 (0)71 527 7051


Griend, Dr. J.A. van de +31 (0)71 527 7138


Groenen, Prof.Dr. E.J.J. +31 (0)71 527 5914


Hecke, Prof.Dr. M. van +31 (0)71 527 5482 / 5444

Oort 167 / HL601 [email protected]

Hille, Dr. S.C. +31 (0)71 527 7112


Hoekstra, Dr. H. +31 (0)71 527 5594


Hogerheijde, Dr. M.R. +31 (0)71 527 5590


Hollander, Prof.Dr. W.Th.F. den +31 (0)71 527 7105


Holten, Prof.Dr. J.W. van +31 (0)71 527 5523


Hooft, Prof.Dr. G.W.’t +31 (0)71 527 5930


Hoogeboom, Dr. H.J. +31 (0)71 527 7062



Horssen, Dr.ir. W.T. van +31 (0)15 278 7295


Huber, Dr. M.I. +31 (0)71 527 5560


Icke, Prof.Dr. V. +31 (0)71 527 5843


Israel, Prof.Dr. F.P. +31 (0)71 527 5891


Jaffe, Dr. W.J. +31 (0)71 527 5862


Jeu, Dr. M.F.E. de +31 (0)71 527 7118


Jochemsen, Dr. R. +31 (0)71 527 5442


Jong, Prof.Dr. M. de +31 (0)20 592 2121

NIKHEF [email protected]

Jousma, Dr. H. +31 (0)71 527 6985

GL 101 [email protected]

Kallenberg, Prof.Dr. L.C.M. +31 (0)71 527 7091


Katgert, Dr. P. +31 (0)71 527 5817


Keller, Prof.dr. C.U. +31 (0)71 527 8427


Kenworthy, Dr. M.A. +31 (0)71 527 8455


Kes, Prof.Dr. P.H. +31 (0)71 527 5472



Kleijn, Dr. H.C.M. +31 (0)71 527 7064


Kooman, Dr. R.J. +31 (0)71 527 7124


Koren, Prof.Dr.ir. B. +31 (0)71 527 7126


Kosters, Dr. W.A. +31 (0)71 527 7059


Kuijken, Prof.Dr. K.H. +31 (0)71 527 5848


Lenstra, Prof.Dr. H.W. +31 (0)71 527 7127


Linnartz, Prof.Dr. H.V.J. +31 (0)71 527 5804


Lub, Dr. J. +31 (0)71 527 5840


Lübke, Dr. M. +31 (0)71 527 7110

Sn 206a [email protected]

Luijk, Dr. R.M. van +31 (0)71 527 7093


Lunteren, Prof.Dr. F.H. van +31 (0)71 527 8412


Miley, Prof.Dr. G.K. +31 (0)71 527 5849

HL424 [email protected]

Molen, Dr.ir. S.J. van der +31 (0)71 527 5461


Mulder, Drs. A.A.J.P. +31 (0)71 527 1715

HL116c [email protected]


Nienhuis, Prof.Dr. G. +31 (0)71 527 5822


Noteborn, Prof.Dr. M.H.M. +31 (0)71 527 4544

GL0.017 [email protected]

Noort, Dr.ir. S.J.T. van +31 (0)71 527 5980

Cell Observatory, room 05.25 [email protected]

Oosterkamp, Prof.Dr.ir. T.H. +31 (0)71 527 5424 / 1713


Oostaay, MSc. J.A.M. van +31 (0)71 527 5529


Orrit, Prof.Dr. M. +31 (0)71 527 1720


Poole, Drs. R.S. Le +31 (0)71 527 5871


Portegies Zwart, Prof.Dr. S. F. +31 (0)71 527 8429


Redig, Prof.Dr. F. +31 (0)71 527 7045


Rossi, Dr. E.M. +31 (0)71 527 5877


Rost, Dr. M.J. +31 (0)71 527 1883

Oort 168A [email protected]

Röttgering, Prof.Dr. H.J.A. +31 (0)71 527 5851


Rottschäfer, Dr. V. +31 (0)71 527 7113


Ruitenbeek, Prof.Dr. J. M. van +31 (0)71 527 5450



Schalm, Dr. K.E. +31 (0)71 527 5516


Schaye, Dr. J. +31 (0)71 527 8443


Schiessel, Prof.Dr. H. +31 (0)71 527 1543


Schmidt, Prof.Dr. Th. +31 (0)71 527 5982

Cell Observatory, room 05.23 [email protected]

Smit, Dr. B. de +31 (0)71 527 7144


Snellen, Dr. I. +31 (0)71 527 5838


Spieksma, Dr. F.M. +31 (0)71 527 7128


Spijker, Prof.Dr. M.N. +31 (0)71 527 7138


Stefanov, Dr.ir. T.P. +31 (0)71 527 5776


Stevenhagen, Prof.Dr. P. +31 (0)71 527 7125


Stuik, Dr. R. +31 (0)71 527 5572


Taelman, Dr. L.D.J. +31 (0)71 527 7133


Tijdeman, Prof.Dr. R. +31 (0)71 527 7091


Verduyn Lunel, Prof.Dr. S.M. +31 (0)71 527 7112 / 4763



Vitelli, Dr. V. +31 (0)71 527 5501


Völker, Prof.Dr. S.L. +31 (0)71 527 5859


Vrijdaghs, drs. B.J. +31 (0)71 527 5763


Webb, Prof.Dr. A.G. +31 (0)71 526 5484

LUMC [email protected]

Werf, Dr. P.P. van der +31 (0)71 527 5883


Wijngaarden, Dr. R.J. +31 (0)20 598 7891

VU [email protected]

Woerdman, Prof.Dr. J.P. +31 (0)71 527 5823


Zaanen, Prof.Dr. J. +31 (0)71 527 5506



List of Addresses of the Faculty of Science and the UniversityLeiden University is a large institution with many organizations, many buildings, and a large amount of information being offered. It is often difficult for a student to find the right direction. If you don’t know which department you need, the address list given below is quite useful. If you don’t know where you can find an answer to your question, you can always knock on the door of your study adviser. The staff members of the Student Information Center (Studenteninformatiecentrum) can also provide answers to the many questions of the students and can point them in the right direction. A lot of important information which you need as a student enrolled at Leiden University can be found on the website of the University, www.leidenuniv.nl, under ‘students’.

faculty of Science

Graduate School Office (Educatief Centrum)Mr. Ramon KerpershoekGorlaeus Laboratories, room HB 2.062333 CC LeidenPhone: +31 (0)71 527 5762Email:[email protected] hours: Monday to Thursday 10.00-15.00

International Office of the Faculty of ScienceMs. G. SchildwachtGorlaeus Laboratories, room 2.05 Einsteinweg 552333 CC LeidenPhone: +31 (0)71 527 57 83Email: [email protected]


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ICS Information desk (enrolment and de-registration, tuition fees, student grants, special enrolment conditions, brochures)Plexus Student CentreKaiserstraat 25, P.O. Box 9500, 2300 RA LeidenTel: 071-5278011Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 09.00 – 17.00,Tuesday and Thursday 09.00 – [email protected] / www.http://students.leiden.edu/

PITSstop(study guides for other universities in the Netherlands, info on studying abroad, the employment market, application procedures and university regulations).Plexus Student Centre, address: see aboveTelephone: 071-5278025The International Office holds a consultation session at the Meeting Point every Monday and Thursday from 13.00 – 17.00. [email protected] / www.pitstop.leidenuniv.nl

Student Career Service(study options and career advice, a study options test is available;workshops: Career orientation, CV and job application letters, Interviews and the application procedure, Psychological tests and assessment centres)Plexus Student Centre, address: see aboveTelephone: 071-5278011 There is an open consultation session: Tuesday and Friday10.00 – 11.00 http://students.leiden.edu/career/

Student Counsellors (advice on financial problems, problems with study progress, legal position, students who are involved in top level sports, students with a handicap)Plexus Student Centre, address: see aboveTelephone: 071-527 8026 and 071-527 8011Open consultation session: Monday to Friday 15.30 – [email protected] / www.http://students.leiden.edu/


Student psychologists (advice on any problem, like family problems, concerns about social contacts, feelings of depression and relationship problems; there are courses and training sessions available)Plexus Student Centre, address: see aboveTelephone: 071-527 8026Open consultation sessions: Monday to Friday 11.00 – 12.00 Appointments possible: Monday to Friday 09.00 – [email protected] / www.http://students.leiden.edu/

Ombudsperson (for complaints about the behaviour of a staff member or an administrative body of Leiden University, one can apply to the ombudsperson. He or she is independent and handles complaints in strict confidentiality. Anonymous complaints cannot be dealt with.Plexus Student Centre, address: see aboveTelephone: 071-527 [email protected]://students.leiden.edu/

(Sexual) Harrassment(any cases of sexual harrassment, bullying at work, aggression, violence and discrimination)Address:Occupational Health Department (GBGD), Poortgebouw Zuid (3rd Floor), Rijnsburgerweg 10, 2333 AA LeidenTelephone: 071-527 8015


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‘Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs’ (formerly IBG)Regiokantoor DUO (Regional Office)Koninginnegracht 12b/13, 2514 AA Den Haag, tel. 050 599 77 55Office hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 o’[email protected] / www.ocwduo.nl

Stichting Leidse Studentenhuisvesting (SLS) (Foundation for Leiden’s Student Housing)Visiting address: Doelengracht 4b, 2311 VM, Leiden Postal address: Postbus 11275, 2301 EG, LeidenTelephone +31 (0)71 516 1718www.sls.nl


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August 13 to 17 El Cid Introduction Leiden City

August 29 Master Symposium Leiden University

August 30 & 31 Introduction International Students

Leiden City

September 03 Opening Academic Year Pieterskerk

September 13 Sterrewacht Science Day Oort Building

Ocober 03 Relief of Leiden Leiden City

November 09 Masterevent Science Masters

Gorlaeus Lab

December 25 to January 01

Christmas Holidays Holiday

2013

Januari 07 New Year's reception Gorlaeus Lab

Februari 08 Dies Natalis Pieterskerk

February 20 Science Career Event Gorlaeus Lab

March 08 Masterevent Science Masters

Gorlaeus Lab

March 29 to April 1

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Holiday

April 30 Queen's day Holiday

May (date t.b.a.) Tinbergen Lecture Gorlaeus Lab

May (date t.b.a.) Oort Lecture t.b.a.

May 05 Liberation Day Holiday

May 9 (& 10) Ascension Day Holiday

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Safety Information Leiden UniversityWhat to do in case of a fire, incident or other calamity?Do Not Call 112!butCall the emergeNCy Number (see the orange sticker on the phone or after office hours: 4444)

In case of fire Î aCtivate the fire-alarm-button Î In case of a StartiNg or Small Fire

� try to extinguish the fire � use the handheld extinguisher or fire hose

Î In case of a large Fire

� Close doors and windows � Go to the meeting point (restaurant or car parking) and follow

instructions of the first-aid-personnel (BHV-ers)

What to do if the Alarm Signal (“Slow Whoop”) sounds?Close windows, leave the room and close the door

Î Follow the eSCape route (green pictogram plates) Î In case of fire use the StairS aND NEVER the elevator!

Go to the meetiNg poiNt* (restaurant or car parking) Î Don’t go home. All people who were present in the building have to

be registered Î Don’t make the firemen look for you unnecessarily

Always Follow the iNStruCtioNS of the firemen or the first-aid-personnel (BHV-ers)

What to do when a dangerous situation is discovered?Fill out a regiStratioN Form

Î digitally on amd.leidenuniv.nl Î the red paper available at the reception

orCoNtaCt the safety office of the faculty

Î [email protected] Î 071 – 527 4333

* meetiNg poiNtS are indicated in the evacuation plan (ontruimingsplan) of each building. This plan is available at the reception or on amd.leidenuniv.nl/e/

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