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BA/BSc Liberal Arts and Sciences: Global Challenges (Leiden University College)

Leiden University College The Hague (Leiden University) · The Hague, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOSelectiveEarly-bird roundGuaranteed housing
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntrySelective
Deadline (EU)15 Mar 2027
EU fee 2027/28 (est.)€5,841 / yr

About the course

An interdisciplinary liberal arts college in The Hague focused on global challenges such as peace and justice, sustainability, health and prosperity.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leiden’s general rule: Leaving Certificate with at least 440 CAO points (2027/28 rule) over 6 accepted subjects, including at least 3 Higher Level subjects. LUC assesses each application individually.

How to apply

  1. Early bird: apply by 1 December 2026Earlier decision. Apply in both Studielink and Leiden’s uSis portal.
  2. Regular round: apply by 15 March 2027Final deadline for all applications.
  3. Application reviewLUC selects about 200 students a year.
  4. Accept and book housingLUC guarantees on-campus housing.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 15 March 2027 (regular round). Early-bird deadline 1 December 2026.

Costs

  • LUC charges the standard fee plus an institutional fee: about €5,841 a year for EU students in 2027/28 (estimate). Most first- and second-year students live on campus: campus fee €657 and studio rent of about €790 a month.
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Access to uSis can take several working days after you apply in Studielink, so don’t leave it to the last minute.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityThe Hague
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
Places200 places
EntrySelective
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Checked against Leiden University’s website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Confirm the Irish requirement with LUC. Always confirm details with the university before applying.