Our
postgraduate course listings are a great starting point. You can filter by study level and subject area to find the right course for you.
If you’re interested in our
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), please click here for an overview of the separate application process.
What would you like to study?
Our postgraduate course listings can help you search for an answer. You can filter our courses by study level, start date, and even subject area. If a course catches your attention, clicking on the title of the course will take you to the page we created about that course. There, you’ll find course-specific details of what you can expect to study, as well as fees and entry requirements.
If you find a course that you’d like to study, set aside some time to read through the entry requirements carefully and consider whether you’re academically ready to apply. In some cases, we may be able to consider lesser qualifications, if your application demonstrates sufficient professional experience. For country-specific guidance, please visit the your country section.
Please keep in mind that entry requirements are there as a guide. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, please apply online and we will assess your eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our expert answers to frequently asked questions about finding the right course for you.
Our English language requirements can vary depending on the course you’re applying for. For course-specific guidance, please go to your chosen course page, scroll down to ‘Entry requirements’, and select ‘English language.’
You’re welcome to apply before taking an English language test. If your application is successful, but we need further evidence that you meet our English language requirements, an English language test will likely be a condition of your offer. The test would need to be completed less than 2 years before your course start date.
Visit our approved list of English language tests that we currently accept.
We assess your fee status when reviewing your application. If your application is successful, your fee status will be stated in your offer email.
In the meantime, if you’re keen to read up on fee status eligibility and what the different categories mean, we’d recommend checking out the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) website.
On the course page, there is the option to ‘Enquire about this course’. The enquiry form is a great way to ask your questions and reach the relevant team.
If you’d like to get a student’s perspective, you can chat with current students about their experience at Edinburgh Napier University.
You can find our policies here.
Applying for a Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
Our one-year Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) equips you with the skills, experience, and confidence to teach your specialist subject in secondary schools. At the moment, we have five routes available: Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, and Physics.
Applying for a PGDE is slightly different from other postgraduate courses. Here’s an overview of the application process:
- Register and apply via the UCAS Hub.
- We’ll send you an interview invite.
- You’ll be interviewed by members of our PGDE Team, as well as an external professional.
- If your application is successful, we’ll send you an offer and you’ll have 2 weeks to accept your place.
- You’ll be invited to a pre-induction event, so you can meet the whole team and your fellow students
If you have any questions, our handy enquiry form will help you reach the relevant team. When filling out the enquiry form, please remember to mention the specific course you are interested in.
Contact us
Contact our advisers on 0333 900 6040 or use our online enquiry form
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