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Pre-Master's – Computing

Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Key facts

Level
Foundation
Subject
Computer Science
Duration
1 term (about 3 months) or 2 terms (about 6 months)
Study mode
Full time
Tuition fee
£12,670 per year
Intakes
January 2027, April 2027, June 2027, September 2027, November 2027

Course overview

A one- or two-term pathway on Edinburgh Napier's Merchiston campus for students who don't yet meet direct entry to the MSc Computing. It combines academic English and UK study skills with a progression project to prepare you for master's-level computing. Delivered by Edinburgh Napier University International College. 2026-27 pathway fee: £10,075 (1 term) or £12,670 (2 terms). This covers the pathway only; the master's degree fee is charged separately by the university.

What you will study

Pathway modules: English and Skills for Masters Studies; Introduction to Postgraduate Studies in the UK; Postgraduate Progression Project

Progression master's degrees (after passing the pathway at the required level):

- MSc Computing: https://www.napier.ac.uk/courses/msc-computing-postgraduate-fulltime

Progression degree fees: https://www.napier.ac.uk/study-with-us/international-students/international-students-fees-and-funding

Oxford International course page: https://www.oxfordinternational.com/courses/detail/pathway-edinburgh-napier-university-pre-master-s-computing/

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Pre-master’s (IIM) 1 term: Bachelor Degree (Third Class Honours) Pre-master’s (IIM) 2 terms: Diploma of Higher Education (Dip HE) / Higher National Diploma (HND) English: IELTS 2 Terms: IELTS 5.5 (with no component below 5.5). Some applicants may be required to provide a UKVI-approved SELT. Please check your country-specific entry requirements or contact our Admissions team before applying. 1 Term: IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). Some applicants may be required to provide a UKVI-approved SELT. Please check your country-specific entry requirements or contact our Admissions team before applying. Oxford ELLT 1-term : 6 (with no less than 6 in any skill) 2-terms : 5 (with no less than 5 in each skill)

English language

IELTS 5.5

Minimum in each skill (IELTS): Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Speaking 5.5, Listening 5.5

Scholarships for this course

  • Oxford International Postgraduate Pathway Scholarship (Edinburgh Napier)

    £5,075 to £7,170

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Course details come from the university and can change. Always check the official course page before you apply.