At the start of the Programme, you will have access to a dedicated programme site on Moodle which enables you to engage and interact with a variety of learning support materials containing all the information you need to know about your programme, the School of Computing, Engineering and Building Environment, and studying at the University more generally) as well as programme-level activities. You will also be given a student email account and access to our student-focused online information service myNapier.
When you arrive the induction programme will give you the opportunity to meet with your programme leader, personal development tutor and other students on your programme and to learn more about your programme and the University. During your studies, you will have access to student support services such as academic skills which offers a range of workshops and online courses and materials to help you develop skills you need to tackle University assessment effectively.
Our careers service, Student Futures, will support you with all your career and development needs such as exploring career options and finding jobs, setting up placements and work experience, writing CVs and making applications.
You will be allocated a Personal Development Tutor who will guide you through the induction process and offer advice and support as needed during the duration of your course. You will meet with your PDT each term to review your progress and development.
Subject specific support for Students Additional support with software development is provided through Programming Surgeries, which are available to all students. These surgeries are run by fellow students and are a supportive environment to ask for additional technical advice and support.
During your studies, the primary mechanism of academic support is the module team.
You will undertake a dissertation, supervised by a member of staff. Your supervisor will provide you with academic advice and support. Additionally, your supervisor can provide guidance on planning and managing your work so that your dissertation is completed on time.
Edinburgh Napier Students’ Association The Edinburgh Napier Students’ Association works in partnership with the University to help to ensure that you have access to an excellent, personalised student experience and to encourage all students to engage actively as members of the University community. The Association manages the student representation scheme and supports a variety of extra-curricular activities such as sports societies and volunteering. Participation in such activities can help to develop your employability skills and broaden your graduate profile.