As one of the top modern universities in the UK for music, the School of Arts and Creative Industries at Edinburgh Napier offers a range of short courses that allow you to hone your skills in state-of-the-art facilities. You will learn from those still working in the music industry, providing you with a great opportunity to develop your potential.

Music Tech Academy - Adult

Course Dates: 9 September - 18 November 2026
Delivery Mode: In person (weekly sessions with online preparatory materials)
Cost: £300
A highly practical music course for adults (18+), focusing on creating and producing music, and technical skills in the use of music software.

Music Tech Academy - Young People

Course Date: 17 October - 5 December 2026
Delivery Mode: In Person (weekly sessions with online preparatory materials)
Cost: £225
A highly practical music course for those aged 14-17, focusing on creating and producing music, and technical skills in the use of music software.

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teacher and student listening to sound waves
Higher Music Technology Teacher CLPL - Question Paper

Course Date: TBC
Delivery Mode: Online
Cost: £100 +VAT (Indicative)
Learn to effectively teach the Music Technology Listening (SQA Higher qualifications) on this practical, online course for music teachers.

Higher Music Technology Teacher CLPL - Practical Assignment

Course Date: 13-14 August 2026
Delivery Mode: In person
Cost: £300
Explore highly practical, in-person courses for teachers through the lens of the SQA Higher qualifications.

Music students during Music Technology class in Studio A.
National 5 Music Technology Teacher CLPL - Question Paper

Course Date: TBC
Delivery Mode: Online
Cost: £100 +VAT (Indicative)
Learn to effectively teach the Music Technology Listening (SQA National 5 qualifications) on this practical, online course for music teachers.

National 5 Music Technology Teacher CLPL - Practical Assignment

Course Date: 10-11 August 2026
Delivery Mode: In person
Cost: £300
Explore highly practical, in-person courses for teachers through the lens of the SQA National 5 qualifications.

Caring with Music

Course Date: TBC
Delivery Mode: In person
Indicative Cost (2026): £95 +VAT
Gain an introduction to interactive music-making in adult care settings. Part of the Nordoff & Robbins' Summer School.

Introduction to Music Therapy

Course Date: TBC
Delivery Mode: In person
Indicative Cost (2026): £190 +VAT
Gain a thorough introduction to the broad and fascinating field of music therapy. Part of the Nordoff & Robbins' Summer School.