ADMISSION AND APPLICATION
Who can apply?
Students with a bachelor's degree in any of the Natural sciences, Technical sciences and Social sciences with good results from a recognized university, and with a thorough proficiency in written and spoken English, can apply for admission to the two year programme. Admission is subject to the approval of the department's selection committee.
Degree of Graduation
All applications go through Leiden University. The programme Industrial Ecology is a specialisation in the programme of Chemistry. This implies that graduated students will receive a degree (MSc) in Chemistry, with a certificate for Industrial Ecology. The programme has requested for the Dutch accreditation and after the programme is accredited as an autonomous programme, the students will obtain a degree (MSc) in Industrial Ecology.
Application forms
The deadline for returning the application form and the required documentation is April 1st for EU and non-EU students that need full support on accomodation, visa, etc. June 15th is the deadline for EU students that do not want support on housing etc. Registration after this date may lead to a delay in processing of the application. Early applications are encouraged and will be processed in the order of arrival.
Detailed information
Detailed information about costs and application details can be found at the websites of Leiden University. More information can also be provided by e-mail: study@io.leidenuniv.nl or phone: +31 (0)71 527 7287 (International Office). The application procedures for Dutch students are different from the procedures for International Students.
Dutch students
Dutch students apply through the Graduate Office of the Faculty Science of Leiden University.
International students
International students (both from EU and non EU countries) apply through Leiden University's Online Application system.
For general questions related to admission, click here.