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210 Master's degrees offered by the university
Molecular, Cellular and Organismal Biology
The master’s specialisation Molecular, Cellular and Organismal Biology at Leiden University offers you the unique possibility to integrate molecular, cellular and organismal levels of research, but also provides the possibility to specialize in one of these levels.
Data Science: Computer Science
The Master of Science in Data Science: Computer Science at Leiden University is a two-year programme designed for full-time study. This course provides students with advanced knowledge in data mining, machine learning, and statistical analysis, equipping them with essential skills for a career in data science.
Arts, Literature and Media (research)
The interdisciplinary Arts, Literature and Media (research) MA programme at Leiden University offers the best of three worlds through a programme of well-designed courses, combining theoretical and historical training with free space for specialisation.
Methodology and Statistics in Psychology
The Master of Science in Methodology and Statistics in Psychology at Leiden University offers an intensive one-year programme. This full-time course equips students with advanced research and analytical skills, preparing them for various roles in psychological research and related fields.
Hebrew and Aramaic Studies
The Hebrew and Aramaic Studies MA programme offered at Leiden University explores Classical Hebrew and Aramaic Studies in the broadest sense.
Museum Studies
The master’s programme in Museum Studies at Leiden University is uniquely positioned at the intersection of Art History and Museum Studies.
Cognitive Neuroscience (research)
At the Cognitive Neuroscience (research) MSc programme at Leiden University focuses on the investigation of the psychological, computational, and neuroscientific bases of human cognition by means of mind and brain research.
International Civil and Commercial Law (Advanced LL.M.)
What effects has globalisation had on international trade? What are the essential elements of international business contracts? When there is a dispute concerning a cross-border business transaction, which country's or region's laws apply and which court has jurisdiction? Apply to the International Civil and Commercial Law (Advanced LL.M.) LLM programme at Leiden University.
BioTherapeutics
At the BioTherapeutics MSc programme at Leiden University, you focus on the development of novel therapeutic approaches to treat immune-based disorders by applying systems immunological and metabolism methods and advanced drug delivery technology.
Biology and Education
The Biology and Education MSc programme at Leiden University prepares you for a career as a teacher in secondary schools. After completion you obtained the qualifications to be a Biology teacher.
Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences and Science Communication and Society
The Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences and Science Communication and Society MSc programme offered by Leiden University focuses on the interaction between science and society.

Archaeology
Studying the Archaeology programme at Leiden University is all about studying societies and cultures from the past, trying to reconstruct them and bring them back to life. You will apply your interest in the past to make a meaningful contribution to resolving present-day societal issues, such as migration, globalisation and climate change.
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.
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.
Global and Comparative Philosophy
This Global and Comparative Philosophy MA programme at Leiden University is unique in Europe. It offers comparative perspectives from around the world that will enable you to be part of the next generation of thinkers, someone studying and shaping philosophy for a globalised 21st century.
Art History and Museum Studies
The master’s programme in Art History and Museum Studies at Leiden University is uniquely positioned at the intersection of Art History and Museum Studies. Informed by leading interdisciplinary research, this degree provides you with a strong academic foundation for a variety of careers in museums, galleries and heritage institutions.
Transfusion Medicine and Cellular and Tissue Therapies
This joint Transfusion Medicine and Cellular and Tissue Therapies Master programme from Leiden University will equip you with the necessary competences to play a key role in the emerging field of transfusion medicine. Its current concept includes both transfusion of blood components and hematopoietic transplants, cellular and tissue therapy and immunotherapy.
Physics and Science Communication and Society
The Physics and Science Communication and Society MSc programme at Leiden University focuses on the interaction between science and society.
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.
Archaeology (Research)
The Archaeology (Research) MA programme at Leiden University is the most diverse in the Netherlands. Benefit from our extensive experience and international reputation in archaeological research, and lay the best foundation for a career in academia.