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BA/BS in Heritage and Society

Universiteit Leiden

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #119 =

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Offered by Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands, BA/BS in Heritage and Society is a bachelor's degree programme. The programme runs for 3 years. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 14,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 3 years
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 14,300 / year

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Last updated October 2026 · Source: universiteitleiden.nl ·

Program details

Overview

This specialisation within the Bachelor's in Archaeology, chosen at the end of the first year, studies the interaction between cultural heritage and society, including its role in community identity and how people experience history. Students weigh in on where cultural heritage is headed and the choices involved in preserving it, study heritage policy from an archaeological angle on both a theoretical and a practical level, and examine current themes such as how cultural heritage figures among migrant communities.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Universiteit Leiden

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1575
QS rank: #119 =
Programs: 238
Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Heritage and Society award?

Universiteit Leiden awards a Bachelor's Degree on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Heritage and Society take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does BA/BS in Heritage and Society cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 14,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is BA/BS in Heritage and Society taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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