LeiMaster of Science in Computer ScienceLeiden 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

Placement letter

Application Form Programme explaining CS background and at least 90 ECTS in Computer Science.

Official transcript(s)

Digital copies initially; certified copies after admission. English, Dutch, German, or French, or certified translation.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; BSc in Computer Science, AI, or related field with at least 90 ECTS in Computer Science courses/projects; Board of Admissions assesses equivalence.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; At least 90 ECTS (or equivalent) in Computer Science domain coursework and projects.
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.
GRE: Not considered; GRE is not listed as a standard admissions requirement for this programme.

Historical admission data is not published.