Leiden University

Overview

The Liberal Arts and Sciences program with a major in Governance, Economics, and Development at Leiden University College The Hague offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the critical global challenges of our time. This program enables students to explore how governance choices impact development outcomes, providing a solid foundation in political economy, institutions, and evidence-based policy-making.

What you'll study

Major courses (Governance, Economics, and Development)

• Institutions of Governance & Development
• Comparative Politics
• Decision-Making Processes
• Multi-level Governance
• Advanced Political Economy
• Evidence-based Policy and Evaluation

Learning approach

• Interdisciplinary coursework linking governance, economic incentives, and development outcomes
• Research and writing components that build academic and policy analysis skills
• Utilization of data and evidence to evaluate policy options and address implementation challenges

Topics you may explore

• The challenges of implementing international commitments, such as climate agreements
• Strategies for societies transitioning from prolonged conflict to sustainable peace
• Accountability and liability issues surrounding autonomous technologies

Entry requirements

This program employs a selective admission process that evaluates candidates based on various criteria. Prospective students are encouraged to review the specific requirements for their international diplomas on the program's official website.

Career prospects