Policy, Public Administration and Organisation (BSc)
In the Public Administration specialisation in Policy, Public Administration and Organisation, you will analyse current issues such as the housing crisis, energy transition, and immigration. You will learn how policy is developed and how public organisations function from various perspectives.
Why study Public Administration with a specialisation in Policy, Public Administration and Organisation?
Study in The Hague: the administrative heart of the Netherlands, surrounded by national and international organisations and embassies. Develop a broad perspective with knowledge of law, sociology, history, and ethics, ensuring you're equipped for any role. Tackle current social challenges, learn how policy is created, and understand how the public sector functions. Enhance your analytical thinking and research skills to create solid policy plans.
Why study Public Administration at Leiden University?
- You can choose from specialisations that align with your interests and future plans: Policy, Public Administration and Organisation; Digitalisation, Public Administration and Society; or Economics, Public Administration and Management.
- You will receive individual, intensive guidance to make the most of your studies. Due to the small scale of the programme, you will quickly get to know your fellow students, with groups and seminars limited to a maximum of 25 students, creating an informal atmosphere.
- You will study in the administrative heart of the Netherlands, where the government manages the country and collaborates with policymakers and key societal organisations to shape national and international policy.
Dutch programme
Policy, Administration and Organisation is one of three Dutch-taught specialisations of the Dutch Bachelor's degree Public Administration. If you would like to know more about Policy, Public Administration and Organisation, please visit the Dutch-language website of Policy, Public Administration and Organisation.