LeiMaster of Science in Crisis and Security ManagementLeiden University · Leiden, Netherlands

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: May 15, 2027).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Motivation letter

Uploaded via uSis.

CV or resume

Detailed curriculum vitae in English.

Official transcript(s)

Digital copies initially; certified copies after admission.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Bachelor's in public administration, political science, law, international relations, or related field.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Social science preparation for multidisciplinary security and crisis governance study.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); IELTS Academic (paper or computer). Required if prior degree was not taught in English.
TOEFL: New scale: 5.0 overall (4.5 each component) | Old scale: 90 overall (20 each component); 2027-2028 intake uses the new 1-6 TOEFL scale per Leiden University language policy.; Applies to TOEFL iBT tests taken before 21 January 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.