Master's Open Day 2026

Are you looking for a suitable master's programme to further specialise and prepare for a successful career? During the Master's Open Day on Friday 6 February 2026, you can find out all about the Leiden University's master programmes and their future prospects. Have a chat with students, alumni and lecturers and ask them your questions about studying in Leiden and The Hague.

Register here.

Programme

Watch live programme presentations, talk shows, and take part in Q&A sessions. Information sessions on practical matters such as housing, visas, admission, application, and student life will also be offered. Furthermore, there is an information market where you can go with all your questions. The live presentations last an average of 40 minutes and include the opportunity to ask questions.

The Master African Studies will be presented at 11:15 in the Herta Mohr building in room 1.80.

Information market - Faculty of Humanities

Between 11:30 and 16:15, at the information market at the hall of Herta Mohr building, you can ask students, lecturers and student advisers questions about the master's programmes, admission, enrolment and student life.

You can also find out more during a speeddate event with alumni in Lipsius reception from 12:15-13:00 and 14:15-15:00.

Master African Studies 

More information on the content of the master's programme, how the study is structured and what the admission requirements are, can be found here.

The Master African Studies will be presented at 11:15 in the Herta Mohr building in room 1.80.

All information about the Master's Open Day, registration links, map with locations, schedule and FAQ's can be found on the website of the University of Leiden.