The Netherlands

The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is affiliated with Leiden University (LU), the oldest university in the Netherlands. It has approximately 8400 employees and provides study facility’s for approximately 2500 bachelor and master students.

It is a centre for research, education and patient care with a high quality profile and a strong scientific orientation. It has a unique research practice, ranging from fundamental medical research to applied clinical research. Education at the LUMC is closely linked to patient care and research, ensuring that students experience the latest advances in medical science and practice.

The collaboration between LUMC, LU and the Leiden Bio Science Park creates unique possibilities for medical innovation. Key aspects of the education are internationalization, blended and interprofessional learning and research based teaching.