Study information

Introduction Day Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology

Date: Monday 31 August 2026
Time: 11:15 - 15:00
Location: Agora
Wassenaarseweg 52
2333 AK Leiden
Room: SA11

Welcome to our bachelor's programme Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology. We wish you the best of luck with your studies!

The CADS studyprogramme kicks-off with an Introduction Day on Monday August 31st. On this day important and practical information will be shared on the programme and on studying in Leiden in general. You will also meet your fellow students and peer mentors.

On this page you will find the programme of the day and important practical information.

You will receive an email with information about the introduction day. In this email you also find a link to sign up for the Introduction Day. Your presence at this day is mandatory, but we kindly request you to register, since we use this information to make your schedule.

Programme Monday August 31st

11:15	Walk-in
11:30	Word of welcome by our Scientific Director Practical information by study adviser Ivar Halfman Presentation by associations Itiwana and WDO	1A20
13:15	Meeting your peermentors and fellow students
15:00	End of the programme

Welcome page

Do you want to read more about your time as a new student at Leiden University? Then please see the Welcome Page Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology.

Itiwana Book Sale

Each year, our study association Itiwana collects a list of required books for CADS courses. You can buy new study books for the lowest price. More information about the book sale will follow.

Only members of Itiwana can get the book discount. More information about becoming a member of Itiwana can be found on their website.