Entry requirements, scholarships and keeping in touch for students from Saudi Arabia.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate

Students from Saudi Arabia would generally be required to complete an international pathway programme to be considered for entry to one of our bachelor courses.  

Postgraduate entry

Students will be eligible to apply if they have gained a Bachelor degree with an overall GPA of 3.3/5.0 or above or 2.75/4.0 or above.

Our courses

English language

Students from Saudi Arabia are required to sit an English language test to gain entry to the University.

Find the approved English tests and scores we accept on our English Language Requirements page.

We also 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.

Pathway programmes

Edinburgh Napier University International College (ENUIC) is an embedded on campus college for international students to start their studies at Edinburgh Napier University. It is located in the historic, city centre campus of Merchiston, with easy access to student accommodation.

Pathway programmes at ENUIC prepare students for their chosen future degree with academic and English language support. ENUIC offers students the option between International Stage One, International Stage Two, or an International Incorporated Masters. 

Undergraduate

International Year One

English language requirement – IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.5 in each component.

Academic requirement - Tawjihiya/Thanawihya/General Secondary School Certificate with good grades (60%)

International Year Two

English language requirement – IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.5 in each component.

Academic requirement - GSSC with one further year of higher study OR Technician Technical Diploma with a grade of 60%

Postgraduate

International Incorporated Masters
– One Term IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all components
– Two Terms IELTS 5.5 overall with 5.5 minimum in all components

Academic requirement - Pass a Bachelor Degree with a GPA below 2.5 or diploma equivalent

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