Ever wondered how science can help with the world’s biggest sustainability challenges? Join our Experience Day and find out what it’s like to study Science for Sustainable Societies—a programme where science meets real-world impact! 

This interactive day is packed with inspiring lectures, discussions, and the chance to chat with current students and study advisors. You’ll explore how natural and social sciences work together to tackle sustainability issues, from climate change to social justice. 

What’s in store?

• Eye-opening lectures: Learn how ecology and anthropology combine to address environmental challenges. 

• Global perspectives: Discover biodiversity conservation, from the return of wolves in the Netherlands to ecosystems in the Philippines. 

• Hidden dangers: Uncover the impact of medical pollution on fish and our environment. 

Get ready for a day of inspiration, new ideas, and fun connections. Sign up now and be part of the solution! 

Programme

09:50	Walk in with tea and coffee
10:00	Start with an introduction by the study advisor and student ambassadors
10:30	Lecture on Biodiversity conservation, and debate
12:00	Campus tour, Meet our Students and Lunch
12:30	Lecture on Social impacts of sustainability challenges
13:30	Break
13:45	Lecture on Environmental Pollution
14:30	Conclusions, and time for one-on-one questions with study advisors and student ambassadors
15:00	End

After signing up for the Experience Day, you will receive a detailed information email a few weeks prior to the event (do not forget to check your spam folder).  

Please note: the goal of the Experience Day is to give you a taster of what it is like to study Science for Sustainable Societies. If you also want to get an more general idea about our programme and courses, please also attend our information session during the Open Day, and/or watch this video prior to the Experience Day get a quick overview:

Contact

For all study-related questions or questions about this Experience Day event please email studyadvisor-sfss@cml.leidenuniv.nl