How do I log in to Brightspace?
Brightspace is available on your computer, tablet and smartphone. Use your ULCN-account to log in.
Start the browser and go to brightspace.universiteitleiden.nl, u-access login appears.

- Fill in your student number (s123456789) as your username, your password and click Login.
You are now logged into Brightspace.
Take note: you do not have to activate your account. You only have to activate your account once for the University, when your (new) student account has been created. If you do see a screen to activate, please go back and try logging in again.
Having trouble logging in? Please try one of the options below:
- Try to log in via a different browser and make sure you are using the link https://brightspace.universiteitleiden.nl .
- Check if your application to Leiden University is completed. See here how.
- Moreover, check if are you able to log in to https://account.services.universiteitleiden.nl/ . In case you are also unable to log in to ULCN, there might be a general problem with your account. Please send an email to helpdesk@issc.leidenuniv.nl. They can help you with general account issues.
If you are only unable to log in to Brightspace, please include a screenshot of the problem so we can further investigate what might be the problem.
Use the helpdesk portal to send a request or send an e-mail to brightspacesupport@sea.leidenuniv.nl .