Admission Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to Edinburgh Napier University.

• International students are considered on a case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
• Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
• Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
• You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.

Opportunities

Careers

Student Futures are a dedicated group of employability experts, here to support your professional development and prepare you for the world of work. We are strongly connected to industry and are committed to forming partnerships with a wide range of local, national and international employers.

Underpinning all our services is our digital platform, Student Futures Career Hub. Here you will find our range of digital placement support and interactive careers resources and tools (such as our CV builder and interview simulator). You can access this on myFuture, where you can also book one-to-one meetings with a Career Development Consultant or your School Placement Coordinator, confirm your attendance at one of our many fantastic employer events or search for part-time and graduate vacancies.

CV & Cover Letter Support

Your CV and cover letter are two very important parts of any job or placement application you’ll make. If you’re waiting for an appointment to review your CV or Cover Letter, please use these resources to help you to prepare.

The Career and Skills Development team offer a range of services such as one-to-one career guidance, a variety of professional development workshops and support with key recruitment skills, such as CV writing and perfecting your interview technique.

Our Placements team can support you with finding a relevant work placement to enhance your degree experience. They look after all stages of this process - from help with your initial applications, to ensuring you are fully prepared for your placement.

The Graduate Recruitment team help make sure that you are seen as talent by employers, and there are a wide range of employment opportunities on our myFuture jobs board.  These range from part-time roles whilst you are studying, to exciting graduate level roles.

EmployAbility

As a Next Generation Inclusive University, we have partnered with EmployAbility, an organisation supporting individuals who have a specific learning difficulty, mental health condition or another disability, with all aspects of graduate employment.  Their service can provide you with individualised advice and support about adjustments for recruitment and the workplace, information about your rights, and support you with job applications. The EmployAbility team will also advocate for you with an employer to ensure you receive the adjustments you need, taking any stress and anxiety out of the process.

Student Support

Here at Edinburgh Napier, we offer you a wide range of support to help you fulfil your potential, keep healthy and make the most of your time here. Whether you feel like you’re already meeting the challenge or would like a helping hand, our dedicated student support teams will be here to listen, offer guidance and point you in the right direction. Explore our specialist services below and get in touch to find out more about the wide range of support available.

• Mental Wellbeing, Counselling, CBT
• Financial Support
• Disability Inclusion
• Chaplaincy
• Academic Skills Help
• Student Futures

Merchiston Student Centre 

The Merchiston Student Centre is located on the ground floor of Merchiston Campus.
A range of student support services are delivered within the Centre, including:

• Academic Skills
• Careers Development
• Disability and Inclusion
• Counselling and Wellbeing
• Global Mobility
• Visa and International
• Student Funding
• Widening Participation