Universiteit Leiden

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About us

Leiden University was founded in 1575 and is one of Europe’s leading international research universities. It has seven faculties in the arts, humanities and sciences, spread over locations in Leiden and The Hague. The University has over 6,700 staff members and 29,520 students. The motto of the University is 'Praesidium Libertatis' – Bastion of Freedom.

Facts & figures University

Internationalisation One of Leiden's key strengths is its ability to offer an international environment to all its students, domestic and international.
Leiden Bio Science Park At the Bio Science Park, Leiden University collaborates with businesses, the LUMC and the Municipality of Leiden.
Institutional plan 2015-2020 Leiden University has outlined its strategy for 2015-2020 in its Institutional Plan 'Freedom to Excel'.

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