Rankings
How every major ranking places Edinburgh Napier University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & teaching | 5 | $33,634 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 4 | $30,018 | See → |
| Social sciences | 3 | $27,661 | See → |
| Business & management | 1 | $30,018 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 1 | $30,018 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 1 | $30,018 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $27,661 | See → |
Costs and entry
Jobs after studying at Edinburgh Napier University
The job market for Edinburgh Napier University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Edinburgh Napier University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $30,018 a year; half of Edinburgh Napier University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $27,661 and $30,018. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: education & teaching courses are typically $33,634, social sciences $27,661.
How is Edinburgh Napier University ranked?
In the UK it is #96 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #94 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Hospitality & Leisure Management (#151–200) and Computer Science & Information Systems (#651–700).
How many postgraduate courses does Edinburgh Napier University offer?
16 postgraduate courses across 7 fields; the largest are education & teaching (5), arts, design & creative studies (4) and social sciences (3).
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Updated 22 September 2026. Courses and fees from Edinburgh Napier University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.