Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University is a higher education institution that offers postgraduate students the opportunity to gain an industry-relevant education and develop academic expertise from its modern campus in the Scottish capital. 

It’s a nationally renowned university, having placed in the top 100 universities in the UK according to the 2022 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. Edinburgh Napier offers a broad range of programmes, covering dozens of subjects and a variety of flexible delivery methods. 

The university is based in Edinburgh, one of the UK’s most famous cities and the seat of Scottish government. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, drawing new residents, students and visitors from around the world due to its rich history and events such as the Fringe Festival. Students flock to Edinburgh as it offers all the opportunities and experiences of a cosmopolitan city, with a buzzing cultural scene and nightlife, while being compact and safe. 

Edinburgh Napier has a total of three campus sites across the city, meaning students are never far from their place of study and the university community. Each campus is home to a range of industry-standard, specialist facilities that allow students and researchers to conduct truly impactful work. Real hospital wards, modern media studios, technological and biomechanic labs, and ample study spaces are just some of the available features. 

With professional support across everything from academic to personal and professional matters, students at Edinburgh Napier University are well prepared for success during, and after, their postgraduate studies. 

Postgraduate students at Edinburgh Napier University are able to choose from a wide range of study programmes, ranging from short professional courses to taught master’s degrees or research pathways. 

Students can study across a variety of study areas, which are: 

• Accounting & Finance 
• Acting 
• Biological Sciences 
• Building & Surveying 
• Business & Management 
• Computing 
• Criminology, Psychology & Sociology 
• Design, Photography & Advertising 
• Engineering 
• English & Publishing 
• Film, Journalism & Media 
• Health & Social Care 
• Law 
• Marketing 
• Music 
• Nursing & Midwifery 
• Sport & Exercise Sciences 
• Teaching 
• Tourism, Hospitality & Events 

The university is committed to a modern, flexible educational model. It adds a range of professionally oriented course types such as CPD short courses and graduate apprenticeships, offering students work-based pathways towards promising careers. 

Edinburgh Napier is also home to an energetic research community, where postgraduate researchers learn from and collaborate with world-class academics. The university is respected for its internationally impactful research, and students can explore a wide range of research qualification types – from MRes to MPhil, PhDs and professional doctorates. 

Edinburgh Napier University makes study offers to prospective students that are able to satisfy the entry requirements of their chosen course. These are primarily related to previous academic qualifications, but evaluation of professional experience and portfolios of work may also be involved. 

For example, students applying for the MA in Creative Writing will need to demonstrate achievement of an undergraduate honours degree with a 2:2 grade or higher. It can be in any subject, but students need to show evidence of relevant writing experience through their studies. 

Applicants for the MSc in International Marketing will need an undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 level or higher. Students from any disciplinary background are welcomed. Applicants with lesser academic qualifications will be considered in light of relevant industrial experience. 

Students applying for the MBA in Entrepreneurship will need to have an undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 level or above, as well as two or more years of relevant professional experience. Applicants without this level of experience but evidence of their potential to develop the required professional skills are also considered, as well as students who have significant professional experience in place of a degree. 

Entry requirements may vary between intakes. 

Edinburgh Napier University postgraduates enjoy one of the strongest graduate progression rates in Scotland, due to the efforts of the university to equip students with the knowledge, skills and experience they need to stand to potential employers. 

Students can access the services of the university’s dedicated careers advice team throughout their studies and beyond. A range of services are available, from one-to-one appointments around careers guidance to workshops in CV writing, tips on interview preparation and more. 

Edinburgh Napier also has an employer engagement team, who work with industry leaders at national and international levels for the benefit of students. From improvements to course content, placement and internship opportunities, and regular employer events or careers fairs, students are always able to connect with their professional future. 

Many courses at the university are taught and developed by active researchers or teachers with industry experience. There are also many placement opportunities embedded into courses, as well as the opportunity to gain industry accreditations while studying. 

myFuture is an online platform that students can use to access help and resources, wherever they are. It’s also available to graduates after they leave the university. 

Accommodation

Edinburgh Napier University offers its students a great range of accommodation options for the duration of their postgraduate studies. 

More than 1,200 students currently enjoy living in university-managed halls and houses, while many more are supported in finding private accommodation around the city. University accommodation is modern, well-equipped and comfortable, and benefits from close support from accommodation specialists. 

Postgraduate students can choose from: 

• Slateford Road, offering rooms on a 50-week contract from £169.05 per week. It’s located in a peaceful neighbourhood, with plenty of amenities and good transport links around the city. 
• Orwell Terrace, which offers rooms on a 39-week contract from £110.11 per week. This option is close to the centre and offers easy access to the university campuses via public transport. 
• The Mill House, which is the closest university accommodation option to the Sighthill Campus. Students here enjoy easy access to a range of restaurants and bars, as well as a gym on site. Rooms are offered on a 44-week contract. 

As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is an exciting and cosmopolitan city that has hundreds of private accommodation options. From apartments in the historic city centre to townhouses in its leafy suburbs, students are never short of suitable living options. 

Edinburgh Napier University offers postgraduate students access to a wide range of grants, bursaries and scholarships to help them succeed in their studies. There are a variety of funding options, paying towards different study costs – from tuition fees to living expenses, or specific resources and opportunities. 

Available funding options include: 

• The Edinburgh Napier Graduate Discount Scheme, which provides a 20% reduction to tuition fees for master’s courses. This is available to students who have already completed an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the university. 
• Research studentships and scholarships. These are available through a varieties of funding bodies including research councils, doctoral training partnerships and companies. The value of these awards varies. Students can explore the full range of doctoral and research funding opportunities through the websites of the relevant funding organisations. 
• A wide range of other external funding opportunities can be found for eligible postgraduate students. They are available to students depending on their country of origin, financial circumstances or other characteristics. The value and eligibility criteria or these funding options varies, as well as their application deadlines. 

Students can visit the university’s website for more information on available scholarships and bursaries.