Introverts in class discussions: “I hate having my name called on, it feels like I’m placed under a microscope”
Students doing their bachelor’s or master’s in Leiden University, especially at the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, may be familiar with doing well in work groups as an integral … Continue reading
Reflecting on the First Two Weeks of Masters
So, unbelievably, the first two weeks of Masters classes are over, and it feels like I’ve been here two months. People tell you Masters are hard, but I don’t feel … Continue reading
What I wanted to know when I was about to move to Leiden?
In a couple of days, I’ll have a reason for a little celebration: I have lived two complete years in the Netherlands. And I hope for plenty of more years … Continue reading
Children at Play – My clinical internship in Germany
I am sending a quick hello from Germany, where I am currently interning at a Clinic for children with neurological problems of all sorts. But why am I here and … Continue reading
Don’t forget to legalize your Dutch Diploma Certificate after graduation!
I suppose all of you probably have done with your Masters thesis, submitted successfully, and now waiting for the Graduation day. Also I suppose you already have booked your return … Continue reading
Career Orientation; Take One
I am starting a little series on career orientation to gather a few ideas on how to approach this fuzzy topic. The first part is about career fairs and I … Continue reading
A Wondrous New World: An Internship in Ivory Coast
Guest Blogger: Titus Sauerwein studies the MA African Studies at Leiden University. He has just finished his internship in the Ivory Coast. When thinking of Ivory Coast, the average Dutch … Continue reading
3 months abroad: daily life in Accra, Ghana
Guest Blogger: Eline Sleurink, MA in African Studies What am I doing in Accra? For the past 2.5 months I have been based at Impact Hub Accra, Ghana, as … Continue reading
Conducting an internship and research in Africa
Eline is completing her internship and research in Ghana for her master’s programme. Follow her series of guest blogs about her experiences.
Why To Attend a Career Day or an Open Day?
In Leiden, students are highly encouraged to participate in career days and open master’s days throughout the year. In fact, at least for us second-year psychology students, participating in two … Continue reading
