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Campus & City 's-Gravenhage|Leiden, Netherlands
- Rent (1BR)
- €1,000
- Groceries
- €300
- Pint
- €5.5
Mild maritime; 3-22°C, often windy and wet.
World-class bike culture + trains + trams; compact cities.
Very safe; bike theft is the main concern.
A Dutch higher education institution registered in the CROHO national programme register.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Exceeded expectations"
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
"Would do it again"
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — English is universal; you don't need Dutch for the first year. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
"Highly recommend"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — housing is the one real problem: start looking months before arrival. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
There's a lot to love, but it's not without its flaws. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — English is universal; you don't need Dutch for the first year. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — English is universal; you don't need Dutch for the first year. Overall, if you're considering Classics at Universiteit Leiden, I'd say go for it.
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