Edinburgh Napier University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

Address of the university

Sighthill Campus, Sighthill Court, Edinburgh, EH11 4BN

Affiliation

Edinburgh Napier University, UK, is affiliated or closely associated with the following groups:

1. MillianPlus

2. EUA (Europesan University Association)

3. Universities Scotland

4. Universities UK

Edinburgh Napier University Ranking

Edinburgh Napier University has been ranked among the top 1000 universities across the globe. Below are some top global rankings:

1. QS World Rankings – #801-1000 (2022)

2. US News & World Report – #1122 (2022)

3. THE (Times Higher Education) – #501-600 (2022)

4. The Complete University Guide (UK) – #77 (2022).

Infrastructure

Edinburgh Napier University’s three main campuses are located in Craiglockhart, Sighthill, and Merchiston.

1. Craiglockhart campus is home to Business and Law schools and also incorporates the Craiglockhart Hydropathic Hospital and a conference center. The Craiglockhart campus contains multimedia and language labs, lecture theatres, a library, and computing facilities.

2. Sighthill campus – More than 5,000 students and professionals from the Schools of Health & Social Care and Applied Sciences attend classes on the Sighthill Campus. The campus facilities include sports science labs, a learning resource center, life-like hospitable wards, seminar rooms, a clinical skills suite, etc.

3. Merchiston campus – The Schools of Computing, Engineering, and the Built Environment, as well as the Arts and Creative Industries, are all located on the Merchiston campus of the university. Facilities include a computer gaming lab, entertainment hubs, music studios, shopping complexes, etc.

Edinburgh Napier University has a wide range of research centers and institutes, including:

1. SIPR (Scottish Institute for Polish Research)

2. Scottish Centre for the book

3. Employment Research Institute

4. Transport Research Institute

5. The Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland

Language of Instruction: English

Admission

The university offers around 100 postgraduate courses and 150 undergraduate courses. Applications can be submitted through the UCAS website or the online portal. The application fee for a graduate position is £24 (INR 2414). Edinburgh Napier University’s acceptance rate is 56% which makes the admission competitive.

Edinburgh Napier University Admission Requirements for UG Courses

1. Official academic transcripts

2. Completed application form

3. Personal statement

4. Proof of financial support, bank statements, and certification of finances

5. Letter of recommendation

6. Passport copy

7. Resume

8. Proof of English proficiency

Edinburgh Napier University Admission Requirements for PG Courses

1. Official academic transcripts

2. Completed application form

3. Personal statement of about 500 words

4. Letter of recommendation

5. Passport copy

6. Proof of English proficiency

7. GMAT or GRE score as applicable

8. Proof of financial support, bank statements, and certification of finances

9. Work experience if applicable

10. Professional Certificates

11. A resume

12. Writing Sample

English language requirements

1. TOEFL – Min. score required 80

2. IELTS – Min. 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in the four sections

3. PTE – Min. score required 56 with a minimum of 51 in every band

4. LanguageCert English language qualification – Min. score 39 with a minimum of 25 in every band.

Admission Cycle

The admissions process is carried out by the institution twice a year. International applicants must apply by July 1, 2022, to be considered for the September semester. On the UCAS platform, applications are accepted throughout the year.

Postgraduate studies commence in January, May, and September of each year. For most of the courses, the application deadline is two months before the semester begins.

Edinburgh Napier University Admission Process

1. All applications must be submitted through the UCAS platform, which can be found on the university’s official website.

2. Students have to fill their academic marks to meet admission requirements, including their details

3. Verify the facts and sign the application after entering all of the relevant information about your demographic background, course information, and citizenship.

4. Apply and pay the application fee.

Courses

The institution is divided into six fields of the academy. They are

1. Health and Social Care

2. Computing

3. Business

4. Applied sciences

5. Engineering and the Built Environment

6. Arts and Creative Industries

Some of the popular courses with annual fees are:

1. MBA – £18300 (INR 19 lakhs)

2. BBA – £13600 (INR 14 lakhs)

3. B.Sc – £12200 (INR 12 lakhs)

4. Biomedical Science MSc – £14110 (INR 14 lakhs)

5. Psychology BA (Hons) – £12100 (INR 12 lakhs)

6. BA (h) Business Management – £13500 (INR 14 lakhs)

7. MSc in International Finance – £14200 (INR 15 lakhs)

Credit Hours

The unit of measurement for educational CREDIT is the “Credit Hour.” One credit hour = One hour of Classroom time.

Academic Year = 20 semester hour credits = 80 SCQF units

Spring Semester = 15 U.S. semester hour credit = 60 SCQF units

College Calendar

Academic Year Calendar:

Trimester A – September 7 to December 14

Trimester B – January 18 to May 10

Trimester C – May 31 to August 23

Winter breaks – December 21 to January 11

Extracurricular Activities

Various activities are conducted by the university and the students take part in these activities along with their academic curriculum.

1. The university has a sports complex – [EN]GAGE, that is open to the public. It delivers a new, stimulating, and exciting fitness experience across all campuses, including a sports hall for hire and fitness classes, a gym, etc.

2. Meetings, weddings, and corporate celebrations can all be held on the campus. The university also provides summer lodging and access to specialized, industry-standard equipment.

3. Student’s Union – Edinburgh Napier Student’s Union, a democratically elected group, ensures that the student’s voices are always heard. They oversee clubs, provide academic representation and create a positive environment.

Diversity

The university has a diverse community with students from over 140 nationalities. Around 19,500 students attend Edinburgh Napier University, including 3,800 international students.

Industrial Connection

The university is a forward-thinking, innovative university with strong ties to these industries.

1. Quality Scotland

2. Scottish Enterprise

3. The Greater London Authority – Commission for a sustainable London 2012

4. The Chamber of commerce

Work Opportunities

Employers interested in working with the university and its students and graduates can take advantage of a variety of services the university provides.

Students can work part-time both on and off-campus. University’s 95 percent of graduates are either employed or studying further.

The university conducts various employability events and job fairs, thereby providing opportunities to the students to learn employable skills and look for placements with multiple organizations. The average salary of a student can range from £29000-45000 (INR 45 lakhs approx).

Various Internships offers are also provided to the students to improve their management and employable skills while studying.

Alumni

The Edinburgh Napier University, UK, has an impressive list of alumni, where there are business elites, celebrities, scholars, etc. Take a look at a few notable names in the university’s alumni association.

1. Alex Salmond, a Scottish politician

2. Bert Jansch is a Scottish folk musician who co-founded the band Pentangle.

3. Nigel Planer is a British actor, comedian. musician, novelist, and playwright

4. Amanda Hamilton, a Scottish businesswoman and a famous writer in the areas of food, health, and nutrition

5. Moray Callum, a Scottish automobile designer, current Vice President of Design for Ford Motor Company

6. Tavish Scott, a former Scottish politician

7. Jim Dobbin was a British Labour Co-operative politician.

8. Craig McGill, a writer, journalist, and media analyst

9. El Mafrex, a Nigerian-born urban gospel singer-songwriter currently residing in Edinburgh, Scotland

10. Scott John Ainslie, a British politician, and actor

11. John Andrew Barrett, a former Scottish Liberal Democrat politician and Member of Parliament for Edinburgh West

Edinburgh Napier University Fees

Average annual tuition fees

1. Bachelor’s program – £16500 (INR 17 lakhs)

2. Master’s program – £22000 (INR 22 lakhs)

Average living expenses annually – £7900 (INR 8 lakhs)

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