Overview

A Governance and Global Affairs PhD track at Leiden University consists of original scientific research under the supervision of a professor, which takes on average 4 years.

Many PhD candidates are employed by the University, but a number are subsidised by a grant that they have acquired themselves.

Features

The University also has a large number of external PhD candidates, who generally work part-time on their research.

Every PhD candidate is enrolled in one of the University  Graduate Schools.

Programme Structure

Research

Once you have decided on your field of research, you should start looking for a supervisor as early as possible.

Finding the right supervisor is a key element in the process of obtaining a doctorate.

A PhD supervision team consist of two supervisors.

Both must hold a doctorate, and one must hold the rank of full professor.

Supervision can involve scholars from different Institutes, Faculties, and, exceptionally, Universities.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leiden, Netherlands

Disciplines

International Relations

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The willingness of the supervisor to supervise you during your PhD research must be uploaded, but this may be a simple (email) message from the supervisor to you.

Evidence of English language competencies can be uploaded but it is not mandatory. Your supervisor will assess this.

A recommendation letter is not required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

400 EUR / year

≈ 400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

400 EUR / year

≈ 400 EUR / year

Additional Details

Low tariff (€400 per year)

High tariff (€2800 per year)

Living costs

Leiden

Netherlands

850 - 1250 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Governance and Global Affairs.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Leiden

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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