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LEIDEN LAW SCHOOL Discover the world at Leiden University The keys to success

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LEIDEN LAW SCHOOL

Discover the world at Leiden University

The keys to success

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Foreword Dean Leiden Law School | 3

Leiden University | 5

Leiden Law School | 7

Leiden Law Programmes | 8

Research | 11

Student Life in Leiden | 13

Practical Matters | 15

Connect With Us | 17

Index

Leiden Law School: The keys to success

Leiden is known as the ‘City of Keys’. Its

coat of arms is two red keys, crossed on a

white background. The keys officially represent

the keys to the gates of heaven held by

St. Peter. At Leiden Law School, you will hold

the keys to a successful legal career.

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‘Become part of our international community!’

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‘It is a great pleasure to introduce you to the Leiden Law School’

In 1575, the Netherlands founded its first university in Leiden.

It soon became one of Europe’s leading universities and still is

today. As Dean of Leiden Law School, I consider it an honour

and privilege to be part of this academic tradition.

At Leiden Law School we combine a high level of academic

teaching with acclaimed and innovative research. We are

proud of the fact that during the latest accreditation round

from the NVAO, our advanced master’s programmes received

an ‘Excellent’ accreditation status for all evaluation criteria,

including intended learning outcomes, teaching-learning

environment and end qualifications. We are also proud of our

position in international rankings, such as the Times Higher

Education World University Ranking and QS World University

Rankings. But most importantly, we are very proud of our

graduates who are now distinguished law practitioners around

the world.

‘The study of law is not merely an academic challenge in its own right; it also aims to prepare students for legal

practice. It is the university’s duty to respond to challenges of a changing world and to offer our students the keys

to successful participation in that new legal order.’

Students and staff from all nationalities interact with one

another on a daily basis at Leiden Law School. These meetings of

legal specialists from throughout the world generate friendships

that contribute to a more prosperous, honest, peaceful and –

hopefully – just world.

We warmly invite you to become part of our international

community!

Rick Lawson

Dean, Leiden Law School

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Welcome international students

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Founded in 1575, Leiden University is the oldest university in the Netherlands. It was the first Dutch university

where freedom of belief and religion was practised, which is reflected in the university’s motto, Praesidium

Libertatis, Bastion of Liberty. It was in this atmosphere of openness and free thinking that philosophers like Spinoza

and Descartes were able to develop their ideas.

Leiden University: Free thinking

Europe and the Netherlands

Leiden University has since evolved to become a world-famous

centre of teaching and research. The university boasts seven

faculties and more than 50 bachelor’s (of which 10% taught in

English) and 75 master’s programmes and 250 specialisations

(of which 95% taught in English), many with a strictly

international focus. Its tradition of quality attracts prestigious

professors and professionals from around the world who teach

students in a challenging and supportive atmosphere.

Innovative, multidisciplinary research is also a focus of Leiden

University. This draws in cutting-edge researchers who are

often inspired by the university’s spirit of open collaboration

within its own departments as well as with its international

partners. To further solidify some of its partnerships and to

fulfil its aim of promoting fundamental research, the university

has entered into an alliance with the most prestigious research

universities in Europe to form the League of European

Research Universities (LERU).

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A unique Leiden tradition: your name on the wall

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The university’s tradition in law dates back to the time of Hugo Grotius. Often referred to as the ‘Mozart of

International Law’, Grotius started his studies at Leiden University in 1594 at age 11.

International Co-operationLeiden Law School actively seeks international partnerships

to enrich our research and education. Our more than 60

co-operation agreements with excellent international partner

schools give students and staff ample opportunities to

participate in study and research exchanges. The school is also

engaged in many international projects and participates in a

range of international networks and alliances. See law.leiden.edu/

international-cooperation for a list of our partner institutes.

Library FacilitiesIn addition to the facilities of its extensive main law library, the

Law School houses several specialist libraries:

• The Documentation Centre of East European Law

• The European Documentation Centre

• The library collection of the Van Vollenhoven Institute

for Law, Governance and Development

• The United Nations depository library.

Leiden Law students also have access to the Peace Palace

in The Hague, which houses a large library of material

on international law and European law and serves the

International Court of Justice. See library.leiden.edu/law

Moot Court CompetitionsMoot Court practises and competitions allow law students to

hone their skills, along with their peers, in mock courtrooms.

Leiden Law School students enthusiastically accept courtroom

challenges and often take home awards at prestigious national

and international moot court competitions, such as the

European Law Moot Court Competition, the most prestigious

moot court in the field of European Law.

See law.leiden.edu/prizes-and-awards

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During its history Leiden Law School has continuously

managed to build upon its reputation for excellence by

combining a high level of academic teaching with acclaimed

and innovative research. The Law School has an eminent

reputation in the training of lawyers and diplomats. Our

alumni include members of the Dutch Supreme Court, of

international courts, a former Secretary General of NATO,

prominent lawyers worldwide and chief executives of

multinational companies.

Leiden Law School is housed in two beautiful buildings

(Kamerlingh Onnes Gebouw and Sterrewacht/Observatory) in

the historic heart of Leiden. The school also has teaching and

research facilities at its Grotius Centre for International Legal

Studies in The Hague, which enables unique collaborations

with The Hague’s national and international legal institutions.

Why Leiden Law School?In addition to being located in a picturesque town full of

tradition and culture, Leiden Law School offers many further

advantages:

• Close ties with the professional field

• Many different nationalities and therefore legal

perspectives together in the classroom

• Close ties with national and international legal

institutes in The Hague

• Personal approach

• Field visits to important European institutions

• Interactive education

• Leiden Law School is consistently ranked in the top

regions of the QS Law ranking.

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From undergraduate courses to PhD programmes, Leiden Law School offers excellent training opportunities for law

students at every level. All of the programmes below are taught in English. Please see law.leiden.edu for the most

up-to-date list of programmes, including programmes taught in Dutch.

Leiden Law Programmes

Undergraduate programmes

International Business Law*

Leiden Law Courses

Summer Programmes

LL.M. / MSc

European Law

Public International Law

Public International Law

Postgraduate programmes

European and InternationalBusiness Law

Air and Space Law

International Tax Law

Criminal Justice

LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)

Criminal Justice (MSc)

LL.M. in Advanced Studies

Talent Programme

International Civil and Commercial Law

PhD

Coherent Private Law

Limits of Tax Jurisdiction

Reform of Social Regulation

Securing the Rule of Law in a World of Multilevel Jurisdiction

Social Cohesion, Multicul-turalism and Globalisation

European and InternationalHuman Rights Law

European Tax Law

International Children’s Rights

Law and Digital Technologies

* English taught specialisation within the Dutch LL.B. programme

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Leiden Law Courses Leiden Law School has an extensive offering of English-taught

law courses at an undergraduate level. The academic credits

obtained can then be transferred to count towards a student’s

degree at his or her home institution. These courses are open

to exchange and visiting students from around the world, as

well as Dutch students, giving the courses a truly international

flavour. A full list of courses can be found at

law.leiden.edu/leiden-law-courses

LL.M. ProgrammesThe Master of Laws programmes are part of the standard

Dutch law curriculum and form the required elements

for students wishing to qualify for legal practice in the

Netherlands. These programmes are also accessible for

international students. The English-language LL.M.

programmes are offered in European law, and Public

International Law. The Law School also offers an English-

taught Master of Science in Criminal Justice.

See law.leiden.edu/llm-programmes for further information.

LL.M. Programmes in Advanced StudiesAdvanced Studies programmes are substantially more in-depth

and demanding. They are specifically designed for excellent

students with legal experience and for qualified lawyers who

wish to enhance their career prospects. Students are also

involved in the research carried out within their institute. They

are taught by the Law School’s most senior faculty as well as

leading experts in the field, and the number of contact hours

is high. These programmes are highly international, with

students coming from over 50 countries across five continents.

The advanced level LL.M. programmes are offered in Air

and Space Law, European and International Business Law,

European and International Human Rights Law, European Tax

Law, International Civil and Commercial Law, International

Tax Law, International Children’s Rights, Law and Digital

Technologies and Public International Law.

Please visit law.leiden.edu/llm-programmes for details.

Talent ProgrammeThe Talent Programme is an extra-curricular programme

offered to outstanding students in addition to their master’s

degree. Students who have an interest in scientific, legal

research are selected on the basis of academic merit. The aim

is to provide them with advanced research techniques that will

give them a head start in pursuing a PhD or in a profession

requiring excellent research skills. Further information can be

found at law.leiden.edu/talent-programme

Summer ProgrammesSeveral programmes are offered during the summer months in

co-operation with Columbia University in New York, and our

Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies in The Hague.

Visit law.leiden.edu/summerprogrammes for full descriptions.

PhDEarning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Leiden takes about

four years of study and consists of independent and original

research under the supervision of a professor. If you wish to

pursue a doctorate at Leiden University, you can either respond

to an advertised vacancy, if there are no suitable openings,

approach our Graduate School with a detailed research

proposal. See law.leiden.edu/research for further details.

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Our legal experts

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Leiden Law School has six broad research programmes within

which all of our researchers work, also in collaboration with

international visiting researchers and with partners in our

national and international networks:

• Criminal Justice

• Coherent Private Law

• Limits of Tax Jurisdiction

• Reform of Social Regulation

• Securing the Rule of Law in a World of Multilevel

Jurisdiction

• Social Cohesion, Multiculturalism and Globalisation.

The Law School also has a specific ‘profile area’: Interaction

Between Legal Systems, aiming to understand the complex

interactions between the various levels of jurisdiction and to solve

the resulting problems and questions.

Findings in these research areas are fully integrated into the

curriculum, and many students are encouraged to participate

in group and individual research within this framework,

particularly the advanced master’s students and talent programme

participants.

SARFaL Research NetworkLeiden Law School is the founder and secretary of the SARFaL

network. SARFaL, the Strategic Alliance of Research Faculties

of Law, is an active network of research-intensive law faculties

working together to facilitate and enhance international

research co-operation. It offers opportunities for joint research,

participation in conferences, cross-border reviews of written

material as well as research visits abroad by senior researchers

and PhD candidates. SARFaL consists of the universities of

Aarhus, Barcelona, Bologna, Galway, Geneva, Leiden, Leuven,

Oslo, Oxford, Poitiers, Prague and Vienna.

See sarfal.net

JournalsThe Law School publishes a number of highly regarded

law journals, including The Common Market Law Review,

published by the Europa Institute, the oldest established legal

institution of its kind, and The Leiden Journal of International

Law, which has gained an eminent global reputation in the area

of public international law. See law.leiden.edu/journals

Leiden Law BlogThe Leiden Law Blog is part of the Leiden Law School. The

authors are legal experts or criminologists working at our

faculty. The Leiden Law Blog stands out by reacting to the

latest news while at the same time touching on the research

being performed within our faculty. The authors blog in a

personal capacity. Visit the blog at leidenlawblog.nl

Research Research within the Law School of Leiden University covers a wide range of legal disciplines. Law School facilitates

and supports interdisciplinary approaches in research, it also does this in collaboration with other academic

institutions. We value a combination of innovative legal research and high level academic teaching.

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Leiden: a beautiful and historic city

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Due to the small class sizes and close-knit academic community at Leiden Law School, new friendships transfer easily

from the classroom into social life. Not only is Leiden a beautiful city in which to study and live, but there are plenty of

cultural, sports and outdoor activities to enjoy in your free time.

Ideally locatedThe city is ideally located in the western part of the Netherlands,

about 40 km south of Amsterdam. The cities of Amsterdam, The

Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht are all just a short train journey

away, and Schiphol International Airport can be reached in 15

minutes by train. With the high speed Thalys service, Brussels and

Paris can also be quickly reached.

Historic centre Leiden is a beautiful and historic city with many 17th Century

houses along its cobblestone streets. From the Burcht (Leiden’s old

fortress) there is an excellent view over the many canals, church

spires, narrow alleys, historic buildings and private almshouses

that define Leiden. The city has exceptional bookstores and

museums and a wide range of delightful cafés and restaurants.

Leiden University does not have a central campus but is woven

into the city itself, especially the historic centre, and is close to

the Rapenburg, a beautiful canal along the banks of which the

university originated.

Sport facilities The University’s sport centre offers extensive outdoor and indoor

facilities and classes, ranging from football, basketball, tennis

and rugby, to self-defence sports, sailing and ice skating. Full

information is available at uscleiden.com

Student Life in Leiden

HousingLeiden University mediates in finding housing for international

students. The university also advises on private housing

arrangements. Full information on university managed

accommodation, including room descriptions and photos, can be

found at studenthousing.leiden.edu

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A perfect place to study

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Application and AdmissionApplications for all programmes can be completed online.

Specific entry requirements per programme, including tuition

fees and required documentation, can be found at

law.leiden.edu/prospectivestudents

The online applications can also be reached directly at the

following locations:

• Law courses and exchange programmes:

students.leiden.edu/apply-online

• Bachelor’s, master’s and advanced master’s

programmes: students.leiden.edu/apply-online

• Summer programmes:

law.leiden.edu/summerprogrammes

• Talent programme:

law.leiden.edu/talent-programme-application

• PhD: law.leiden.edu/phd-application

Practical Matters

Scholarships and FundingThere is a variety of funding opportunities for talented law

students. Leiden University has its own scholarship programme

and also works with a wide range of (external) scholarship and

lending agencies. Please visit prospectivestudents.leiden.edu/

scholarships for current scholarship information.

Personal GuidanceStudents in Leiden can rely on personal attention and guidance

in both their academic and their personal life. The University

provides a wide range of services including student advice and

counselling as well as information services. In addition, our

Office for International Education provides advice and support

for all international programmes of Leiden Law School.

See law.leiden.edu/oie

HousingLeiden University helps arrange housing for international

students. Full information on university managed

accommodation, including room descriptions and photos, can

be found at studenthousing.leiden.edu

We would like you to join our international community.

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See you in Leiden!

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Relevant linkslaw.leiden.eduen.unileidenmasters.nlleidenlawblog.nlstudents.leiden.edugrotiuscentre.orgsarfal.netcolumbiasummerprogram.org

CONNECT WITH USLeiden Law School

Postal address

P.O. Box 9520

2300 RA Leiden

The Netherlands

Visiting addressSteenschuur 25

2311 ES Leiden

The Netherlands

T +31 (0)71 527 7512

F +31 (0)71 527 7600

E [email protected]

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