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BSc Political Science: International Relations and Organisations

Leiden University (Faculty of Social Sciences) · The Hague, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOLimited placesOnline assessmentGrades
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryLimited places
Deadline (EU)15 Jan 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr

About the course

Political science with a focus on international relations and international organisations, taught at Leiden’s campus in The Hague.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate with at least 440 CAO points (2027/28 rule) over 6 accepted subjects, including at least 3 Higher Level subjects.

How to apply

  1. Apply on Studielink by 15 January 2027Studielink opens on 1 October 2026.
  2. Submit your certified grade average by 31 January 2027It must be officially dated, stamped and signed by your school.
  3. Online assessment: 18–19 February 2027A multiple-choice test you can take any time in that window.
  4. Ranking number on 15 April 2027Based on your grades and assessment. Ranks 1–400 get an offer; accept within two weeks.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 15 January 2027, 23:59 CET.

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Limited places (numerus fixus). You can apply for at most 2 numerus fixus programmes in the Netherlands in the same year.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityThe Hague
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
Places400 places
EntryLimited places
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Checked against Leiden University’s website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The Irish requirement is from Leiden’s most recent published diploma list; confirm with Leiden. Always confirm details with the university before applying.