Germany

Start your journey at Edinburgh Napier University.
We’re here to help you further your education all while discovering the beautiful city of Edinburgh. With our team’s funding, visa and application support, we’ll make sure you have everything ready to create your future. Our German students also share their experiences to help you take the leap into a new country.

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International student support

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Visas & Immigration

A journey you'll remember

It starts with travelling to a world-class university and goes wherever you want
to take it.

At Edinburgh Napier University, we’re bold, ambitious and innovative. With strong industry links, we deliver a truly hands-on learning experience to ensure you’re equipped with the skills and expertise to advance your knowledge and career.

Start your journey today.

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate

For all courses students would usually be required to have completed the Abitur/ Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife with an average grade of 2.5 or better. If a course requires a specific subject at grade B at SQA Higher then grade 10 will be required.

Please note that international students are unable to enrol onto the Nursing programmes.

International Baccalaureate

Award of Diploma with between 26 and 29 points or above depending on the course you choose to apply for. If a course requires a specific subject at grade B at SQA Higher then grade 5 or above in HL is required. Please see each individual course webpage for specific entry requirements.

European Baccalaureate

Pass with between 60 and 70% depending on the course you choose to apply for. If a course requires a specific subject at grade B at SQA Higher then 70% is required. Please see each individual course webpage for specific entry requirements.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor degree (Bologna) or Magister Artium, Diplom or Erstes Staatsexamen (Pre-Bologna) can be considered for entry with a “Gut” or 2,7 or above.

English language

Students from Germany who are applying to study an Undergraduate course are required to have obtained English at grade 10. Alternatively, you can sit an English language test to gain entry to the University.

A full list of accepted tests can be found on our English language requirement page.

We offer various pre-sessional English language programmes for applicants who have test results below the programme requirement. Some courses may require a higher English language score. Please search for the course you're interested in to find out more.

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We are proud to work with many different agents across Europe. Take a look to see the nearest representative to you.

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