BA/BS in World Archaeology
Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•World Rank #109
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At Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands, BA/BS in World Archaeology is offered as 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).
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
World Archaeology in Leiden encompasses the study of societies, cultures, and human behaviour from the past, aiming to reconstruct and revive them. With our mix of education and research you lay a strong foundation for an international career in archaeology or heritage management.
Make a meaningful contribution to our knowledge of humankind by studying the activities and behaviour of people from the past. With learnings from history, you will gain new insights into our present-day world. You will look at contemporary issues like migration, globalisation, and climate change through an archaeological lense. With this unique angle, you may contribute to the public debate.
World Archaeology is a specialisation of the Bachelor's programme in Archaeology. You will choose your specialisation at the end of the first year of your Bachelor's studies in Archaeology.
Furthermore, the programme offers:
- a strong, global emphasis, with wide networks in international research;
- excellent facilities in the heart of Leiden’s academic community;
- English language teaching by enthusiastic lecturers;
- a lively and sociable study association.
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Frequently asked questions
Universiteit Leiden awards a Bachelor's Degree on completion of this programme.
The programme runs for 3 years.
Tuition for international students is EUR 14,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).
The programme is taught in English.
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