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Governance of Violence
In the Master's programme Governance of Violence at Leiden University , you will study contemporary security challenges from both local and global points of view, gaining a deep understanding of the ‘wicked problem’ of security and crisis topics in a complex and globalising world.

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.
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.
Sociology of Policy in Practice
Are you eager to conduct policy-oriented research on issues of relevance to organisations? Do you want to combine ethnographic research with a 3-month internship? Do you have excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills? Are you flexible and hard-working? Then the Sociology of Policy in Practice MSc programme at Leiden University is the right specialisation for you!
Latin American Studies (research)
The Latin American Studies (research) MA programme at Leiden University addresses cutting-edge debates on the social and cultural issues in present-day Latin America and the Caribbean region.
Egyptology
The Egyptology MA programme at Leiden University is unique in the Netherlands and explores Ancient Egypt as a major player in world history. During the Egyptology MA at Leiden University you will acquire a broad and extensive understanding of the linguistic and cultural history of Egypt from the Pharaonic times to Graeco-Roman and Coptic Egypt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Governance of Radicalism, Extremism and Terrorism
At the Governance of radicalism, extremism and terrorism MSc programme at Leiden University you will be familiarised with the academic debate regarding these contested concepts.
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.