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South Asian Studies
The South Asian Studies MA programme at Leiden University is designed for students with an interest in studying South Asia from a range of perspectives including its history, literature, art, media, culture, religions, philosophy and philology.
Global Order in Historical Perspective
The Global Order in Historical Perspective MA programme offered at Leiden University focuses on examining the historical processes behind the evolution of the global order.
Modern European Philosophy
The Modern European Philosophy MA programme at Leiden University focuses on the philosophical reflection on human nature and culture, both from a systematic and a historical perspective.
Democracy and Representation
Do political parties still perform their representational function? This is one of the main questions facing modern democracy. By taking the Democracy and Representation programme from Leiden University you will be addressing this issue both theoretically and empirically.
International Politics
At the International Politics MSc programme at Leiden University you will dive into a wide range of important, fascinating issues, ranging from the functioning of international diplomacy to the security threats posed by terrorism. You will be based in one of the most highly ranked departments of its kind in Europe.
Russian and Eurasian Studies
The Russian and Eurasian Studies MA programme draws on Leiden University's status as an international centre of expertise in the study of Russia and Eurasia.
Cybersecurity Governance
At the Cybersecurity Governance MSc programme offered by Leiden University you will be familiarized with the breadth, depth and complexity of cybersecurity challenges. This track seeks to provide you state-of-the art with knowledge of governance and regulatory strategies available to address these challenges.
Culture and Politics
The Culture and Politics MA programme at Leiden University encourages critical perspectives on complexities of culture as an inextricable part of global politics.
Archaeological Science
The Archaeological Science MSc programme at Leiden University delves into the specifics of archaeological methods and techniques. The combination of hands-on field experience and laboratory work offers a challenging and rewarding research environment.
Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology
At Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology from Leiden University, choose one of our three unique specialisations: design your own Global Ethnography project, work as a research intern in a Policy in Practice project or set up a Visual Ethnography project and translate your research findings into a documentary.
Education and Child Studies (research)
The aim of the Education and Child Studies (research) MSc programme from Leiden University is to promote the scientific development of young academics on the path to becoming independent researchers within education and child studies and related disciplines.
Biomedical Sciences Communication
The Biomedical Sciences Communication MSc program at Leiden University focuses on the interaction between science and society and concerns science communication in a broad sense. You combine your research training with different aspects of science communication.
Classics and Ancient Civilizations (research)
The Classics and Ancient Civilizations (research) MA programme at Leiden University covers the entire range of present-day research on the civilisations of Greece and Rome, Egypt and the Ancient Near East.

Political Science
Choice is also key to your education. Choose an intellectually challenging programme in which you develop your knowledge and expertise in the study of politics. Choose a respected, selective programme that fits your future ambitions. Choose the Political Science programme at Leiden University.
East Asian Studies
The East Asian Studies MA programme offered at Leiden University combines an exceptional range of courses with advanced language training and outstanding resources and expertise.

North American Studies
The North American Studies programme at Leiden University takes a multidisciplinary approach to the study of the United States, with a particular emphasis on examining key aspects of American history, culture, and literature.
Health and Medical Psychology
The Health and Medical Psychology MSc programme at Leiden University looks at how health, illness, and recovery are affected by biopsychosocial factors. This discipline is rapidly developing and you are most welcome to join this exciting and innovative field!
Mathematics and Science Communication and Society
The Mathematics and Science Communication and Society MSc programme at Leiden University focuses on the interaction between science and society.
International and European Governance
No nation-state can solve today's global challenges on its own. At the International and European Governance MSc programme at Leiden University you will obtain a deep understanding of the interplay between the international, EU, and (sub)national governance systems and how this interplay affects a national government's capacity to address cross-border societal challenges.
International Relations and Diplomacy
The International Relations and Diplomacy MSc programme at Leiden University offers you a unique blend of academic education in international relations and political science with practical graduate education and training in international negotiation and diplomacy.