Leiden University and the city of The Hague are working closely together to increase the impact of our research and education in order to contribute as much as possible to the development of the city.

Metropolis

Our research is helping achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Rather than work in isolation, we collaborate with many different partners, such as other knowledge institutions, the public and private sector, NGOs and museums. As a metropolis with a population of over half a million, The Hague presents the perfect opportunity to use teaching and research to solve urban challenges.

Examples of the impact of Campus The Hague

 

PRINS: International Studies students offer advice

Third-years on the Bachelor’s programme in International Studies spend 12 weeks analysing a case or problem at an organisation that operates in an international context. This is generally an organisation in The Hague, such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or OPCW, but it can also be an organisation outside The Hague such as Google, Starbucks and the OECD. The students translate their academic knowledge into practical advice during this Practising International Studies course (PRINS).

Sustainable City Lab
Buurtlab 070 aims to bridge the gap between university students and staff, and residents and organizations in The Hague. We focus on sustainability and we believe we have a lot to offer one another. Students can apply their academic knowledge and coursework in the city. Residents can bring their questions and ideas for improving their neighborhoods to the university's knowledge and expertise. 

The Hague Southwest Thesis Hub
The educational program of Leiden-Delft-Erasmus universities actively connects with practice and policy. Student research is linked to concrete challenges in The Hague Southwest. We collaborate with various stakeholders such as the municipality of The Hague, housing corporations, local neighborhood professionals, and residents of The Hague Southwest.

Population Health Management

Within the health sector, increasing attention is being paid to prevention, lifestyle and early intervention. Population Health Management is the study of the transition from health to disease in the population and research into reducing the likelihood of disease. This makes it an important topic for the LUMC. It develops and tests interventions to improve the population’s health. As The Hague has an urban population, which is associated with specific health issues such as diabetes, the LUMC will work closely with partners in The Hague.