Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh Napier University offers a modern, career-focused education in one of the world’s most inspiring cities. With particular strengths in design, computing, and the creative industries, Napier is known for its practical approach to learning and strong links with industry.
Its three campuses are spread across the stunning city of Edinburgh – from the historic Craiglockhart campus with views of the Pentland Hills to the modern facilities at Merchiston. The city itself is a lively mix of history and creativity, with festivals, cafés, and green spaces all within easy reach.
Beyond your studies, you can climb Arthur’s Seat for panoramic views, visit the city’s famous castle, or join locals for Hogmanay, Scotland’s legendary New Year celebration. With the Scottish Highlands, lochs, and coastlines close by, there’s no shortage of adventure during your time abroad.
Essentials
- Architecture and built environment (construction)
- Art and design (animation and VFX, communication, industrial, spatial and interior)
- Communication studies (digital communication, journalism, public relations, screen production)
- Computer and information sciences (computer science, networks and cyber security)
- Engineering (civil construction, electrical and electronic, software)
- Health science (psychology)
- Hospitality and tourism
- Science (biological, environmental)
- Social sciences and public policy (criminology, psychology, social sciences)
- Sport
Offered by ENU, it is not guaranteed but likely if you act quickly when they provide details, or students can rent privately.
Semester dates
- Semester 1: September-January
- Semester 2: January-June
When to apply for exchange to the University of Exeter
- Semester 1 – apply by the 1 December AUT deadline
- Semester 2 – apply by the 1 July AUT deadline
Credit equivalence
20 credits = 20 AUT points
Full semester workload = 60 credits = 60 AUT points
Modules (papers) at Edinburgh Napier University will usually be 20 credits, so students will typically take 3 modules for the semester while on exchange.
Course levels
Undergraduate students will spend four years studying a single subject that forms their course (major). Levels are categorised using the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and normally Level 8 and above will have prerequisite requirements:
- Level 7: first year of undergraduate programmes
- Level 8: second year of undergraduate programmes
- Level 9: third year of undergraduate programmes
- Level 10: fourth year of undergraduate programmes
Specific subject requirements/restrictions
Modules are uploaded to their webpages semester by semester, so there is not a full year of examples to look at. If specific major information is required, please contact AUT Global, who can request this information for you.
They have a guidance document linked at the top of their ‘module choices’ page, which needs to be read carefully.
Portfolios are required for all design programmes and information is available at the end of their guidance document.
They offer a Scottish Culture and Society module in the ‘General’ category on their module choices page which is recommended. It has been specifically designed for international students.
Students are required to submit three preferred modules on their application form, as well as three alternative backup modules. At least two out of your three preferred and alternative modules must be from the same school.
ENU have three campuses, so if selecting modules from different schools, please be aware you may have to travel between campuses for class.