edinburgh napier university postgraduate prospectus

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POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS2015

Understanding Tomorrow, Today

Wherever youre from, wherever youre going, postgraduate study at

Edinburgh Napier will give you the competitive edge to succeed.

Our University8 Edinburgh Napier:

preparing you for tomorrow

10 Cutting-edge facilities

14 Campuses built for learning

16 Innovation at Edinburgh Napier

19 Our industry accreditation

22 Excellence in Research

Our City26 Edinburgh: a beautiful, cultured

and connected city

Our Country34 Scotland: a country full of surprises

Our International Student Body36 Edinburgh Napier welcomes the world

38 Learn the language, live the culture

CONTENTS

Our Schools40 How to use this prospectus

42 Introducing the Business School

44 The School of Accounting, Financial Services & Law

56 The School of Management

72 The School of Marketing, Tourism & Languages

88 Introducing The Faculty of Engineering, Computing & Creative Industries

90 The School of Arts & Creative Industries

112 The School of Computing

128 The School of Engineering & the Built Environment

150 Introducing The Faculty of Health, Life & Social Sciences

152 The School of Life, Sport & Social Sciences

168 The School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Care

176 Academic Practice Programmes

Further Information180 Student & Academic Services

182 Postgraduate funding

184 Postgraduate fees

186 Applying to Edinburgh Napier University

190 Applying from overseas

192 Visit us and contact us

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With more than 100 industry relevant courses, we offer everything you need to give your career a boost or take it in a new direction.Our options for part-time, distance or flexible learning make it easier than ever to ensure that studying complements your busy life and fits in around your current commitments. You can even keep on working while you study.

46 Accounting & Finance MSc

47 Banking & Financial Regulation MSc

48 Finance & Corporate Strategy MSc

49 Global Investment Banking MSc

50 International Banking & Finance MSc

51 International Finance MSc

52 International Commercial Law LLM

58 Edinburgh Napier MBA

59 Executive MBA 60 Global Online MBA 61 Global Online MBA

(various specialisms) 62 Business

Management MSc 63 Business

Management MSc (various specialisms)

64 Global Online Business Management MSc

65 Global Online Business Management MSc (various specialisms)

66 International Business Management MSc

67 Flexibly Managed Programmes MSc

68 Human Resource Management MSc

69 International Human Resource Management MSc

74 Marketing MSc 75 Marketing with

Festival and Event Management MSc

76 Marketing with Sales Management MSc

77 International Marketing / International Marketing with Tourism & Events MSc

78 Tourism Marketing MSc

79 International Tourism Management MSc

80 International Festival & Event Management MSc

81 Heritage & Cultural Tourism Management MSc

82 Tourism & Hospitality Management MSc

83 Intercultural Business Communication MSc

84 Intercultural Business Communication with TESOL MSc

SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING, FINANCIAL SERVICES & LAW SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

SCHOOL OF MARKETING, TOURISM & LANGUAGES

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92 Advanced Film Practice MFA

93 Creative Advertising MSc

94 Creative Writing MA 95 Environmental

Graphics MA/MDes 96 Exhibition

Design MA/MDes 97 Interaction Design

MA/MDes 98 Interior Architecture

MA/MDes 99 Lighting Design

MA/MDes 100 Motion Graphics

MA/MDes 101 Product Design

Prototyping MA/MDes

102 Film MA FT 103 International

Journalism for Media Professionals MA

104 Journalism MA 105 Magazine

Publishing MSc 106 Publishing MSc 107 Screenwriting MA 108 Screenwriting PgCert

114 Advanced Networking MSc

115 Advanced Security & Cybercrime MSc

116 Advanced Security & Digital Forensics MSc

117 Advanced Software Engineering MSc

118 Business Information Technology MSc

119 Computing MSc 120 Information Systems

Development MSc 121 Project &

Programme Management MSc (various specialisms)

122 Sound Design MSc 123 Strategic ICT

Leadership MSc 124 Web

Development MSc

130 Advanced Materials Engineering MSc

131 Advanced Structural Engineering MSc

132 Architectural Technology & Building Performance MSc

133 Automation & Control MSc

134 Construction Project Management MSc

135 Electronic & Electrical Engineering MSc

136 Energy & Environmental Engineering MSc

137 Environmental Sustainability MSc

138 Facilities Management MSc

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS & CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

THE SCHOOL OF COMPUTING

THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

154 Biomedical Science MSc

155 Biotechnology for Environmental Sustainability MSc

156 Career Guidance & Development PgDip / Career Guidance MSc

157 Conservation & Management of Protected Areas MSc

158 Drug Design & Biomedical Science MSc

159 Ecotourism MSc 160 Medical

Biotechnology MSc 161 Pharmaceutical

Science MSc 162 Sport & Exercise

Science MSc by Research

163 Sport Performance Enhancement MSc

164 Wildlife Biology & Conservation MSc

THE SCHOOL OF LIFE, SPORT & SOCIAL SCIENCES

170 Advanced Practice (and associated routes) MSc

171 Clinical Research PgCert

172 International Clinical Research & Technology MSc

173 Health Administration MSc

THE SCHOOL OF NURSING, MIDWIFERY & SOCIAL CARE

176 Blended & Online Education MSc

177 Teaching & Learning in Higher Education PgCert

ACADEMIC PRACTICE PROGRAMMES

THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

139 Mechanical Engineering MSc

140 Polymer Engineering MSc

141 Property & Construction Management MSc

142 Real Estate Management & Investment MSc

143 Renewable Energy MSc

144 Safety & Environmental Management MSc

145 Timber Engineering MSc

146 Timber Industry Management MSc

147 Transport Planning & Engineering MSc

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OPREPARING YOU FOR TOMORROWIn our ever-changing, fast-paced world, employers are increasingly looking for up-to-date, relevant skills. Here at Edinburgh Napier University, we anticipate these changes and design our postgraduate programmes to give you the skills to succeed in a wide range of industries throughout the world.

ur programmes are created in collaboration with industry and

employers to give you the best chance of career success, whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your current career. Industry accreditation, placements, international links, visiting tutors and academic staff that are highly engaged in their fields make our qualifications particularly relevant. In this prospectus, youll see the full range of postgraduate programmes on offer as well as information on some of the life-changing research were doing at home and internationally and the opportunities that exist within it.

Our student profiles within this prospectus demonstrate not only the wide range of subjects we are expert in but also the diverse range of backgrounds our students come from, representing six of more than 100 nationalities who call Edinburgh Napier home. Meanwhile our academic profiles give a taste of the experience and expertise that is available to you and the opportunities they can bring. This knowledge is supported by cutting-edge, industry-standard facilities across our three campuses.

Whatever your situation, postgraduate study at Edinburgh Napier can fit into your life. We offer full-time, part-time, online and distance learning as well as a wide range of support services such as our Confident Futures and Standout programmes that help prepare you further for the world of work. Well even help you start your own business if thats the exciting path you want to take.

Best of all, you can experience all this in one of the globes most attractive cities in the worlds most beautiful country. Our three campuses are part of an iconic, cultural and connected city at the heart of Scotland. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the worlds largest arts festival, it is a multicultural city buzzing with life, yet feels small, welcoming, safe and perfect for postgraduate life.

No matter where youre from and whether you are looking to start you career, change your career or simply challenge yourself to study something new, postgraduate study at Edinburgh Napier is there to give you a competitive edge and the skills to succeed today, tomorrow and throughout your career.

Our three campuses are part of an iconic, cultural and connected city at the heart of Scotland.

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CUTTING-EDGE FACILITIES FOR CUTTING-EDGE STUDYWhen you choose a postgraduate course, your surroundings are important. You want to live in an interesting, welcoming city, and you want great facilities for learning, studying and making new friends and connections.

We have three campuses at Edinburgh Napier University, all of them cosmopolitan and dynamic. They cater for the needs of the 21st-century postgraduate, with state-of-the-art teaching facilities and laboratories, and extensive computer suites, including one open 24 hours a day during Trimesters 1 and 2. Our study spaces suit real-world students, not those of centuries past.

We provide for life beyond the lecture theatre too, with cafes and Starbucks franchises, and our superb [EN]GAGE gym, with a 200 sq m fitness suite, 1,200 sq m sports hall, and dozens of fitness classes and sports activities each week.

FACILITIES TO TAKE YOU FURTHER

Our facilities can also inspire, opening up new opportunities and career paths. Facilities such as multimedia language labs, industry-standard music studios, broadcast studios and computer games development labs will help you pursue your career aspirations or discover new passions.

Our School of Computing has some of the most impressive IT facilities in a UK university, including specialist labs for Cisco networking, embedded and wireless systems, and Linux, Cisco and Microsoft technologies.

Our Sport and Exercise Science laboratories are among the best in the UK, and include a human performance laboratory and a biomechanics laboratory. We recently opened an environmental chamber where researchers can test athletic performance in extreme conditions, including high and low temperatures and humidity.

The chamber is the largest facility of its kind in Scotland, and can replicate high altitude conditions up to the equivalent of Everest Base Camp. As well as observing performance, our researchers and students can test equipment and clothing in the most extreme conditions - all from the comfort of Edinburgh.

At the School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Care, we have a 1,000 sq m Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre. It even includes a High Dependency Unit (HDU) simulator suite which replicates an intensive care treatment area.

Other facilities at the Sighthill campus range from Biomed labs with confocal microscope, histology suite and real-time PCR suite, to our capacity to work with anaerobic micro-organisms in our Biotech programmes.

These diverse and impressive facilities have a common theme: to enrich the skills and career prospects of our students. Theyll help you gain skills and experiences relevant to employers all over the world.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO BACK YOUR LEARNING

At all our sites, weve invested significant sums in IT and audiovisual equipment, to provide students with the best learning and teaching environment. For example, our futuristic 400-seater lecture theatre at the Business School at Craiglockhart has calculated lighting, specialised acoustics, natural ventilation and ergonomic seating.

Our Virtual Learning Environment, Moodle, allows you to access electronic teaching materials wherever and whenever you want. You can access lecture notes before or after your classes, check the details of an assessment or find coursework materials. Its available 24 hours a day another way in which our IT and learning facilities back your learning ambitions.

SPACES WHERE REAL-WORLD STUDENTS EXCEL

A successful postgraduate experience stems from offering students inspiring facilities and staff. But theres another essential ingredient too: enabling students to work in a way that suits them. The best universities combine cutting-edge facilities with the human element.

We also help our postgraduates to connect with each other after all, the people you meet as a postgraduate could become your global contacts of the future. Across all of our campuses are break-out spaces, fully connected meeting rooms, places to discuss a group project or get to know talented people from all over the world modern spaces designed for todays postgraduates.

As a result, our campuses combine the sociable atmosphere of a university with the professional feel of a modern workplace. Theyre places where you can prepare for the career you want. Cutting-edge facilities combined with practical spaces and support. Places where you can achieve your best.

ACCOMMODATION AT EDINBURGH NAPIER

We have University-run accommodation suitable for postgraduate students, including shared flats both single-gender and mixed and studios. All the accommodation is in the centre of Edinburgh, with good transport connections to all our campuses.

Our postgraduate accommodation spans a number of sites including: Bainfield, in Edinburghs

Fountainbridge district and completed in 2013

Morrison Circus, near Haymarket

Riego Street, in the Tollcross area.

All our student accommodation is purpose-built for students, so includes facilities such as deskspace and well-equipped kitchens. Each site is managed by an Accommodation Officer.

Please note that accommodation for postgraduates is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are limited places available. For more information, see www.napier.ac.uk/accommodation

At Edinburgh Napier University we recognise that different people like to study in different types of space - some postgraduate students may prefer to work in a silent study room; others in an open-plan IT suite, or a sociable coffee shop environment. We provide you with all these choices.

Dreaming of launching a global business?At Craiglockhart and Merchiston, we have free start-up spaces where would-be entrepreneurs from all our Faculties can launch their own businesses. These facilities - called the Moffat Centre and Bright Red Ventures - have helped more than 1,200 students and incubated more than 250 businesses.

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Our Craiglockhart CampusIf you study at our Business School, your main base will be our Craiglockhart campus. With more than 900 postgraduates from around the world, the atmosphere is international, ambitious and animated. Its a place to build networks as well as learn.

The campus has state-of-the-art lecture theatres and seminar rooms, a superb library, a dedicated teaching area for postgraduate students, and a choice of cafes, all with WIFI.

The backdrop to the campus is one of Edinburghs most sought-after residential areas, rich in history and close to beautiful outdoor scenery. There are excellent public transport links to the centre of Edinburgh.

Were close to the Pentland Hills Regional Park, where you can mountain bike, walk or even snowboard / ski at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre. And a few minutes walk away is the Craiglockhart Tennis Centre, one of Scotlands finest racquet sports centres, with top-quality indoor and outdoor tennis courts and squash and badminton.

CAMPUS VIDEOS:

Craiglockhart http://bit.ly/pgp15-cra

Merchiston: http://bit.ly/pgp15-mer

Sighthill: http://bit.ly/pgp15-sig

LOCATION Iconic views, shops,

excellent transport links

900 Postgraduates study at

our Craiglockhart Campus

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Our Merchiston CampusThree different schools are based at our Merchiston campus: Arts & Creative Industries Computing Engineering & the Built Environment.

The co-location of these different disciplines means the atmosphere at Merchiston is lively and diverse. Its a great place for cross-over ideas, where creatives mix with digital specialists and engineers. Its exactly the type of atmosphere where great business ideas or creative projects are born.

The campus is situated in the heart of Bruntsfield, one of the most interesting areas of Edinburgh. Whether you want some artisan coffee, Edinburghs best ice cream, cafes with free WIFI or a park to play football, you will find it in Bruntsfield. There are good transport links to Edinburghs city centre and other parts of the city.

Facilities at the campus include the 500-seater Jack Kilby Computer Centre; art studios; a news room and film studios; specialist digital media and cyber forensics labs; and other enviable facilities purpose-built for our students.

500Seater Computer Centre,

open 24 hours a day in Trimesters 1 and 2

Our Sighthill CampusSighthill is our newest campus, a 60m state-of-the-art facility completed in 2011. It houses our Faculty of Health, Life & Social Sciences, and over 4,000 students and 300 staff are based here.

In addition to the cutting-edge teaching facilities and laboratories at Sighthill, resources include:

a stunning five-storey Learning Resource Centre, with library and IT facilities and spectacular 180 views of Edinburgh.

an airy four-storey atrium with a cafe and Starbucks franchise.

our much-envied [EN]GAGE sports facility, with gym and sports hall, which can be booked for activities from basketball to table tennis. The sports centre is used by students from all three campuses and classes include Les Mills, spinning, zumba, yoga and pilates.

The Sighthill area of Edinburgh is a busy, interesting residential area, with excellent bus and tram links to central Edinburgh, the airport, shopping malls and retail parks.

LOCATION Situated on the new

Edinburgh tram route

60m Investment in

Sighthill campus

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01. The Egg at Craiglockhart Campus

02. The Merchiston Tower has stood since 1454

03. The bright and airy library at Craiglockhart

04. Sighthill Campus, a 60millon development, was completed in 2011

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We innovate. You stand outWhen so many applicants are chasing every graduate-level job, you want to stand out from the crowd.

Every postgraduate programme at Edinburgh Napier is designed with this in mind. We have strong links with employers and industry, and our courses are accredited internationally. A recent report also named us the most successful university in Scotland for graduate enterprise and start-ups.

Each postgraduate course is structured to provide the skills and knowledge valued by employers globally. We complement this with innovative programmes to boost your employability:

Our Confident Futures programme is unique in higher education in the UK. The workshops are free to all postgraduate students and include topics such as assertiveness, networking, selling your strengths, self-employment, and preparing for assessment centres.

Throughout the year, we run Academic Skills workshops, open to all postgraduates and all free of charge. They include sessions specifically for non-native English speakers, and cover anything from essay writing to presentations to help with maths.

OUR LINKS WITH EMPLOYERSThe experience of our staff can also enrich your career prospects. Across our schools, our staff work on knowledge exchange projects; sit on advisory boards; and provide direct services and consultancy to commercial and public-sector clients.

Our staff use their active involvement in commercial and public life to arrange substantial input from employers, including talks and workshops, employer-led projects and professional placements. They proactively communicate information about job vacancies, internships, competitions and grants.

92% of our postgraduate

students are in work or full-time education six

months after graduating

A jetpack for business successThe traditional career paths are no longer the only option for students. Many of our postgraduates go on to set up their own businesses.

We encourage entrepreneurship and help many students and alumni to develop their own business propositions. In 2014 our Business School was one of the first business schools in the UK to gain the new Small Business Charter Award, recognising our work to support start-ups and small businesses.

The Moffat Centre at our Craiglockhart campus and Bright Red Ventures at Merchiston are free incubator spaces where our students can launch their own enterprises. As well as free space and office facilities, students gain from mentoring, business advice, and interaction with lawyers, accountants and angel investors.

Edinburgh Napier also accommodates Edinburghs Entrepreneurial Spark incubator, in partnership with some of Scotlands leading entrepreneurs. Almost 100 businesses have been set up through its Accelerator programmes.

All students can apply to be junior consultants on our Bright Red Triangle programme and will work with a senior staff member on a project for an external organisation, often an SME.

Over the past year, 60 students have acted as consultants on Bright Red Triangle projects. The programme provides them with new professional networks, as well as valuable CV material.

The team at the Centre for Entrepreneurship at Edinburgh Napier continue to develop the curriculum to ensure it is of our time. The launching of the Masters degree in Entrepreneurial Leadership, a UK first, is testimony to their entrepreneurial thinking, but more importantly action. John AndersonChief Executive, The Entrepreneurial Exchange

1,200+Students using Moffat Centre and

Bright Red Ventures resources

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Tell us your goals and well help you reach themThe success of Edinburgh Napier postgraduates takes many forms. First there is employment. For example, on our MSc in Creative Advertising, students are often in employment before their course even finishes.

Then there is self-employment. Our Moffat Centre and Bright Red Ventures incubators have hatched more than 250 businesses.

And then there are awards. In 2014 Masters students from the School of Arts and Creative Industries won global and national awards including categories at the prestigious D&AD New Blood Awards, and the prize for Best Overall Project; and commendations and medals at the Creative Conscience Awards.

Such awards recognise individual excellence but also the innovative and practical back-up that we provide to students from all over the world. We will nurture your ambitions and support your success whether you want to win awards, set up your own business, change profession, or find a great job.

Pioneering projects to inspire your own career plansEdinburgh Napier staff are at the cutting-edge of their industries. They pass on this expertise, equipping you for the careers of the future, and alerting you to new entrepreneurial possibilities both in Scotland and overseas.

Current collaborations between Edinburgh Napier staff and external organisations include: In the first initiative of its kind

in the UK, staff at our Cyber Security Lab are training Scottish police officers to tackle cybercrime, through a specially created advanced Digital Investigator course. The University has been made Scotlands Cybercrime Centre of Excellence, part of the European C2 network.

The School of Life, Sport & Social Sciences is the biomechanics partner for the R&A, the governing body of golf for most of the world.

Our Leadership in Compassionate Care project has spearheaded national and international thinking on this vital element of nursing practice. The Centre works with the health service in Scotland, and its work has been showcased at international conferences.

We joined with public sector bodies to set up a new mountain biking centre at Glentress in the Scottish Borders. The Centre will act as a focal point for training research and support for commercial opportunities in mountain biking.

All our postgraduate courses are designed to develop students for a career in the industry. Employer links are a key aspect of any programme.

How to impress tourism and hospitality employers worldwideThree of the MSc programmes in our School of Marketing, Tourism and Languages are accredited by the Institute of Hospitality. The Institute represents professional managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism (HLT) industries and has a worldwide membership.

This accreditation shows that our courses meet international benchmarks for HLT programmes, and are suited to the needs of these industries all over the world.

In gaining Institute of Hospitality accreditation for our courses, we joined a select group of highly respected universities across the world. The accreditation is recognised in regions as far apart as North America, Australasia, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and the EU.

By choosing an Institute of Hospitality accredited postgraduate course, you can demonstrate to employers worldwide that you have an industry-relevant qualification that meets the highest international standards.

Students like Edinburgh Napier because of the support offered by the staff. We have an open door policy in the department which students find very helpful and appreciate. CDr Susana Dessa Aguiar Programme Leader, MSc Advanced Structural Engineering

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Looking for a career in the creative industries?Browse our Arts and Creative Industries postgraduate courses and you will see that many of them have the Creative Skillset Tick logo. These include our Masters courses in film, journalism, publishing and screenwriting.

Picking a postgraduate course with the Creative Skillset Tick is an assurance that youll gain the professional skills and knowledge that the industry actually wants.

To win the Tick, the course goes through a rigorous assessment process conducted by industry experts. Only awarded to courses that provide the most up-to-date and relevant industry training, the Tick is an invaluable signpost for employers and students.

500+ Number of SMEs our staff

engage with annually, helping them boost profitability

98 Businesses started in the

Entrepreneurial Spark hatchery at Edinburgh Napier University

All our postgraduate courses are designed to develop students for a career in the industry. Employer

links are a key aspect of any programme

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A passport to a job in engineeringWhen you choose an engineering programme, you want to be sure it will satisfy the current and future requirements of employers around the world. So how do you check this?

One way is to look for the Engineering Council accreditation. After all, this is what many employers seek, both in the UK and beyond. The accreditation - which youll see on numerous Edinburgh Napier postgraduate programmes - shows that your degree meets the highest standards set by the engineering profession.

It also shows that on top of technical knowledge, youll have experience of teamwork, design, and all the other professional skills youll immediately need to demonstrate in the engineering workplace.

01. Rebecca Gischel with her interactive design installation

02. Jonathan Cowie Lecturer, School of Engineering and the Built Environment

Within the School of Engineering and the Built Environment, we have strong links with industry. This makes our courses very relevant for employers, and results in our graduates generally getting good jobs. Edinburgh Napier also has a long and well established research reputation within the engineering disciplines, particularly in Civil Engineering and Transportation. Jonathan Cowie Lecturer, School of Engineering and the Built Environment

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Pioneering research is changing lives locally and globally

At Edinburgh Napier, the strength of our taught postgraduate programmes is complemented by a broad range of academic research that is benefitting people and places across the world.

Like our courses, our research is innovative as well as relevant to todays ever-changing world. Our research graduates go on to success in the academic world but also in a diverse range of industries and organisations around the world.

The following pages showcase just three of the projects that Edinburgh Napier has been involved with recently, all of which have had a genuine impact.

Social change through sporting spectacle With eight years until kick-off of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Business School at Edinburgh Napier is working with Stenden University Qatar on a project which aims to help promote healthier living in a society with relatively low levels of exercise and high rates of obesity and associated health problems.

Were identifying opportunities to influence behaviour. We believe learnings will deliver an immediate benefit in Qatar itself, and go on to inform future policy far beyond the countrys borders, says Dr Eleni Theodoraki.

The project will also encourage Qataris to adopt greener behaviours. The team is working with local health authorities, physical educators, city planners and environmental agencies.

One of the cornerstones is the adoption of a healthy lifestyle amongst the Qatari nationals, an aim we all hope to fulfil with the contribution of the project, says Dr Sohair Abul-Haija, Academic Dean of Stenden.

PROBLEM SOLVERSOur researchers help solve problems whether helping companies turn their waste into biofuel or making supermarket delivery vans greener.Theyre working with Scottish Enterprise to help develop leadership skills in the tourism sector; with Police Scotland to train detectives in the latest cybercrime techniques; and with health charities to tackle Crohns and other diseases.Those close relationships with the private, public and third sectors inform our teaching and research to the benefit of our students.

One of the cornerstones is the adoption of a

healthy lifestyle amongst the Qatari nationals

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Sustaining a national delicacyDr Karen Diele of Edinburgh Napiers School of Life, Sports & Social Sciences has been leading projects studying the ecological role and the artisanal fishery of Brazilian caranguejo-u crabs. These crabs are a key species in the mangrove forests that grow at the interface between land and sea and help sustain a productive ecosystem. This crab is also a national delicacy, and theres a lucrative market supplied by local crab fishermen.

Her research has been instrumental in improving fisheries legislation aimed at the sustainable use of this species, which is also a major interest to fishermen and the wider community. Working with Dr Anders Schmidt and other Brazilian collaborators, she has now established a North to South mass mate-searching monitoring network to help improve the temporal placement of crab capture bans.

My research addresses many applied questions that are of direct interest to the local people. Working closely with fishermen and managers to deliver solutions has been a great experience, says Dr Diele.

For further details of our recent research successes, see Impact, our new research magazine that is available online here: www.napier.ac.uk/research

INTERESTED IN RESEARCH AT EDINBURGH NAPIER?If you are interested in research at Edinburgh Napier, we offer a number of research degree awards: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Masters by Research (MRes) Doctorate in Business

Administration (DBA) PhD by Published Works.

There is a wide range of subject areas and expertise available across the Universitys schools and their Institutes for Research & Innovation, where staff are happy to discuss potential research proposals. Typically, a research degree focuses on an in-depth investigation or project, with an emphasis on independent study of a topic chosen by the student.

Whats more, researchers at Edinburgh Napier highly rate the research degree supervision received, recording 82 per cent satisfaction in the Research Postgraduate Survey 2013.

If you are interested in research at Edinburgh Napier, please contact [email protected]

Building on a thin membraneResearchers from the Universitys Institute for Sustainable Construction have been working with Icopal UK Ltd the worlds leading geomembrane specialists since 2008. Thin membranes may not look like much theyre mostly industrial textiles and other material supplied in rolls, and when theyre in place, theyre completely hidden from sight but they can have a profound impact on the performance of a building.

Together theyve developed a range of revolutionary thin membrane vibration isolators to reduce noise levels and heat loss through cavity walls. Several patents have been granted, leading to nine new products reaching the market.

More than 15,000 homes have already been built using these innovative products, delivering cost savings to the industry of over 80 million.

Another initiative by Edinburgh Napier thats helping homeowners sleep soundly is Robust Details, a noise limitation scheme company formed from research by the Universitys Building Performance Centre.

Its led to a four-fold drop in noise-related complaints in new-build homes, and is utilised in over 700,000 homes in the UK. In recognition, the Centre was awarded a Queens Anniversary Prize, says Professor Sean Smith.

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As Scotland looks to position itself at the forefront of green energy, particularly in renewables technology, in 2012 the UK Government chose Edinburgh as the home of the worlds first Green Investment Bank. Located in the heart of the city, the bank is charged with investing in new energy and waste infrastructure across the UK that will create new jobs in construction, operations and related fields, while also helping the country achieve its environmental targets.

A GREENER EDINBURGH

Rockstar North, maker of the Grand Theft Auto videogame series is based in Edinburgh

A CityTHAT DOES BUSINESSChoosing to study at Edinburgh Napier University is choosing to live in one of Europes most prosperous and successful cities.

In 2014 an economic survey by Centre for Cities showed that Edinburgh was second only to London in the UK for jobs growth in both the public and private sectors, boasting an increase of 6.5 per cent over two years. It is no surprise when you consider the calibre of employers that have made the city their home. Traditional Scottish companies such as Standard Life, RBS and Scottish Widows have been joined by national and international corporations, including HBOS, Tesco Bank and Diageo, all creating jobs within the city in a huge number of fields.

Added to these financial institutions and fund managers, creative companies such as Rockstar North, maker of the Grand Theft Auto series of videogames, and Hunter, manufacturer of luxury footwear, also call Edinburgh home.

Since 1999, Edinburgh has also been a seat of national government, with the Scottish Parliament based at the foot of the citys historic Royal Mile, and the countrys civil servants housed at Victoria Quay in the citys regenerated Leith area.

As well as being a centre for business and government, Edinburgh also has a major tourism industry. With the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous events such as the Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe Festival and Edinburghs Hogmanay proving hugely popular year after year, the city welcomes around 1.3 million international visitors a year. This in turn has created thousands of permanent and seasonal jobs in the city and led to the expansion of Edinburgh International Airport.

With such a richly diverse selection of employers in the city, and Edinburgh Napiers proud history of links to industry, studying for a postgraduate qualification in Scotlands capital means you can put yourself in pole position for gaining employment both while you study and once you graduate to begin your own career. And with average earnings in the capital second only to London in the UK, coming to Edinburgh could be a financially astute move.

WHOS HERE? Standard

Life RBS Scottish

Widows HBOS Tesco

Bank Diageo Rockstar

North Skyscanner

INSIDER INFOSMEs are growing like Ive never seen before. Its like a new Enlightenment for Edinburgh, especially in terms of innovation and enterpriseBill Buchanan, Professor of Computing

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A CityTHAT IS NATURALLY STUNNINGWith an iconic skyline that includes an extinct volcano and a famous castle, Edinburgh also benefits from numerous green spaces and excellent air quality.

Currently studying Intercultural Business Communication at Edinburgh Napier, MSc student Johanna Westhauser has set herself an unusual challenge to ensure she gets a healthy work-life balance.

At least once a day, I need to see the Castle, which is great as you can see it from so many different parts of the city.Wherever you go in Edinburgh, a UNESCO World Heritage site, there is always a new and inspiring view just around the corner. Edinburgh Napiers own three campuses all boast views across the city, whether youre enjoying a seat on the grass outside Craiglockhart, having a tutorial on one of the top floors at Merchiston or some quiet study time in Sighthills fifth floor library with its stunning floor-to-ceiling windows.

One thing youll notice from any viewpoint in Edinburgh is the proliferation of green space in the city centre. Princes Street Gardens, the Royal Botanic Garden and the Meadows are three of the more famous green sites in the city but there 140 other public parks so no matter where you study and live, youll never be far from some fresh air and recreational space. This is one reason that Edinburgh has the lowest level of air pollution of any major city in the UK, according to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

INSIDER INFOIn India you dont really walk but thats something I love here as you have the Meadows and patches of green in the middle of the cityPankhuri Jain, MDes Interaction Design

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Youre also never far from water in Edinburgh. The Water of Leith and its accompanying walkway meander through the city for just under 13 miles. The path, which you can enjoy on foot or by bike, takes you from the western suburbs, through the city centre and out to the Firth of Forth at Leith. Along the way, look out for flora and fauna including wild garlic, orchids, trout, herons, kingfishers and otters as well as quaint parts of the city such as Dean Village and Stockbridge.

The Union Canal also runs through the western side of the city, passing right beside our new state-of-the-art student accommodation at Bainfield. You can cycle, walk, run or even row along this peaceful stretch of water. However, if you more associate water with the beach, Portobello lies to the east of the city, a short bus journey from the city centre. Here you can enjoy a traditional British seaside experience with sand, sea, ice cream and fish and chips a mini-holiday away from university life.

EDINBURGHS SEVEN HILLS

Like Rome, Edinburgh is said to be built on seven hills.

All are easily reached by public transport, relatively simple to climb, and offer different views of the city. Why not aim to climb them all in your time here?

Arthurs Seat Blackford Hill Braid Hills Calton Hill Castle Rock Corstorphine Hill Craiglockhart Hill

DID YOU KNOWEdinburgh has more Green Flag-awarded parks than any city in the UK outside London

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A CityTHAT IS CONNECTEDThe city of Edinburgh is a major transport hub that offers easy access to the rest of Scotland, the UK, Europe and beyond. No matter what interests you, during your studies here youll find it easy to jump on a bus to the beach, a train to London or a plane to Paris for the weekend.

BY AIRLocated near the heart of Europe, Edinburgh International Airport now welcomes more than 10 million passengers a year and a major expansion to the terminal facility is due to be completed in late 2014.

Passengers can now fly direct to and from more than 130 destinations, including cities throughout Europe and further afield, such as Doha, New York and Toronto. With London Heathrow and Amsterdam Schiphol airports just over an hour away, easy connections are available to almost anywhere in the world.

When you arrive, a 24-hour bus service and a new tram system are available to take you from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre in around 30 minutes.

Approximate flight times from Edinburgh: (not all flights are direct)

London 1.25 Amsterdam 1.30 Paris 2.0 Berlin 2.05 Madrid 3.0 Doha 6.55

New York 7.35 Abuja 10.15 Bombay 11.55 Islamabad 13.00 Beijing 13.00 Bangkok 15.00

www.edinburghairport.co.uk

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Edinburghs Waverley and Haymarket stations in the city centre offer access to the whole of the UK and on to Europe. Heading north, regular services take you to the beauty of the Scottish Highlands within a couple of hours.

Typical rail times from Edinburgh:Glasgow 0.50 Aberdeen 2.20 Inverness 3.20 Newcastle 1.25

Birmingham 4.00 Manchester 3.15 Liverpool 3.40 London 4.20

www.networkrail.co.uk /edinburgh-waverley-station

The percentage of people cycling in Edinburgh has nearly doubled in the past year as the city continues to develop and grow an extensive cycle network.

All of our campuses are located close to cycle paths and offer secure bike storage. Cycling is a great way to see the city, good for the environment and will keep your mind sharp for your studies.

www.thebikestation.org.uk /innertube-map/

Public TransportEdinburgh boasts a very efficient network of increasingly environmentally-friendly buses and a new multi-million pound tram system. Flat fare rates apply throughout the city on both, while full-time students at Edinburgh Napier University are eligible for a Student Ridacard, which offers savings to those studying in the city. All our campuses are well-served by the Lothian Buses network and our state-of-the art campus at Sighthill now has a state-of-the-art tram to match. www.lothianbuses.com www.edinburghtrams.com

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A CityTHAT IS CULTURAL & FUNIt may be famous the world over for its summer festivals, but while youre studying, there is plenty to see, do, eat and drink all-year round in Edinburgh.

Edinburghs population of around 480,000 swells every summer as the city plays host to several arts festivals. The world famous Edinburgh Fringe takes place throughout August when around 50,000 performances of 3,000 shows, many of which are free, take place in hundreds of venues across the city. Around the same time, the film festival, the book festival and numerous other smaller events delight the citys occupants, both permanent and temporary.

Come the festive season, the citys Princes Street Gardens are turned into a winter wonderland as the Christmas Market, the big wheel and the famous ice rink entertain visitors and residents alike. Then on New Years Eve, or Hogmanay as its known in Scotland, hundreds of thousands of people gather on Princes Street for the legendary street party that boasts live music and an enthralling fireworks display above Edinburgh Castle at midnight.

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Edinburghs National Gallery is home to a world class collection of paintings including works by Czanne, Degas, El Greco, Gauguin, Monet, Raphael, Rubens, Van Gogh and Velzquez, as well as Scottish greats such as Raeburn, Ramsay, McTaggart and Wilkie.

EATING & DRINKING Edinburgh has a reputation for fine dining, with the city boasting five Michelin-starred restaurants that are perfect for a very special occasion. However, if youre on more of a budget, there are restaurants, pubs and cafes offering food from around the world: Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Thai, Spanish, Argentinian, Indonesian, Malaysian, Korean, Brazilian and Japanese are just some of the cuisines represented on Edinburghs thriving food scene.

No matter where youre from, youll find a little taste of home in the city. Youll also be able to sample some of the finest

seafood in the world, from fresh salmon to langoustines, alongside traditional Scottish favourites such as the famous haggis.

Edinburgh has great pubs. I always take

people to the Royal Oak as its really good for live

music and its so tiny!

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Top 10 most popular visitor attractions in Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland Edinburgh Castle St Giles Cathedral Scottish National Gallery Edinburgh Zoo Royal Botanic Gardens National War Museum Edinburgh Bus Tours Scottish Parliament The Scotch Whisky Experience

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WHOS HERE?Edinburgh Zoo is home to the only Giant Pandas in the UK.

Tian Tian and Yang Guang came to Scotland from China in 2011.

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Making a base for yourself in the capital city of Edinburgh means you are ideally placed to explore the rest of Scotland - a country visited by nearly 2.5 million overseas visitors every year. With its rich cultural heritage, bustling cities, beautiful

scenery, captivating wildlife and numerous outdoor activities, you will have an unforgettable time.

If history is your thing, you will be spoiled for choice in Scotland. With stunning castles such as Stirling, Eilean Donan, Culzean and Glamis, the countrys fascinating past is there to see in all its glory.

Elsewhere, Scotlands beautiful islands are tranquil, intriguing and full of wildlife, with some boasting beaches that would rival the Caribbean for white sands and turquoise waters; while the mountains of the Highlands offer climbs to suit all abilities with the rewards being some of the finest views in the world.

For thrilling activities, head to beautiful Highland Perthshire where youll find a wide variety of watersports on the countrys famous rivers and lochs or continue on and you could soon find yourself on the slopes of the Cairngorms Ski Centre in the heart of one of Scotlands stunning National Parks.

A CountryFULL OF SURPRISESFrom lochs to castles, mountain biking to skiing, you will find it hard not to fall in love with the delights of Scotland.

If you prefer to stick to city living, Scotlands second city of Glasgow is less than an hour away by bus or train. Traditionally more industrial than Edinburgh, the city has a thriving entertainment scene, world-class museums and excellent nightlife.

For more info about everything there is to see and do in Scotland, go to: visitscotland.com

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ountain biking is big in Scotland and within an hour of the city, you could be on one of the UKs top trails. The award-winning

biking centre at Glentress has routes for all levels, whether you fancy a sedate ride in the forest or the buzz of a high-speed downhill descent.

In the summer of 2014, a new centre for training, research and support for commercial opportunities in mountain biking was opened at Glentress in collaboration with Edinburgh Napier.

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Theres nothing like seeing the Highlands from a boat. Its incredible. I recommend it to anyone, as long as you dont mind being wet.Anna Armstrong, MSc Health Administration

Scotlands landscape boasts 282 Munros mountains taller than 3,000ft. The biggest of them all, Ben Nevis, is also the highest mountain in the UK.

In 2014, Scotland was voted the most beautiful country in the world by readers of Rough Guides.

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Edinburgh Napier WELCOMES THE WORLDFrom Austria to Zambia, more than 115 different nationalities have chosen to study with us.

More than a quarter of our student population comes from outside the UK, creating a thrilling multicultural buzz around our campuses. With 5,000 international students from more than 115 countries studying at Edinburgh Napier, there is a real sense of diversity and the opportunity to learn not just from our academics but from your own colleagues with their different experiences and backgrounds. And, as youll see from the students profiled throughout this prospectus, postgraduates who come here to study are quick to regard the city of Edinburgh as home.

The streets of Edinburgh are rich in culture and history and the world-famous festivals create a lively atmosphere. Youll experience it all while learning in a first-class study environment and enjoying the world-renowned benefits of a UK education.

With our experience of supporting our international students, we are well-versed in your needs and aim to make your arrival and your time here as straightforward and as enjoyable as possible. Many of you will travel a long way from home to study with us and we know this will be a major investment for you. That is why we offer you the following: Discounts on tuition fees

for early payment* An opportunity to pay

fees in instalments* A welcome service at Edinburgh

International Airport at the start of trimester one and two

Welcome events for all new international students at the start of trimester one and two

A calendar of social events throughout the year, through Students at Edinburgh Napier International Club (SENIC)

University accommodation, provided you apply and pay a 500 advance rent payment. Please note that spaces are limited and offered on a first come first served basis.

* Only if you are liable to pay the full tuition fees.

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Support when you need itTo help you adjust to life in Edinburgh, our International Support team and the Napier Students Association will do their best to help you settle in to your new home, providing information and assistance when you arrive and organising events where you can meet other new students.

To help you through the formalities and procedures both before and after your arrival in Edinburgh, further information can be found online: www.napier.ac.uk/international

SENIC

Students at Edinburgh Napier International Club (SENIC) brings together students from more than 70 countries of the world who are studying at Edinburgh Napier. The club organises regular tours of some of Scotlands stunning locations and famous landscapes, all departing from Edinburgh. Destinations in the past have included St Andrews, Loch Ness and Oban in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.

Membership is open to all students - for further details email [email protected]

Study for a trimesterWe are happy to consider applications from visiting postgraduate students from the EU on a pay-per-module basis. We can offer you the chance to take some time away from your studies at your home university and experience life in Edinburgh while studying some of the many postgraduate modules available here at Edinburgh Napier.

Eligible EU students study up to a maximum of three postgraduate modules per trimester which, upon successful completion, will give you a total of 30 ECTS credits to take back to your home university.

There is also the option to study as a visiting student for a trimester, complete your dissertation at Edinburgh Napier and then have the potential to graduate with a double award from both your home university and Edinburgh Napier. For more information on eligibility, costs and the application process, please contact: [email protected]

iO For full details on international postgraduate entry requirements and for details of how to apply, see page 186.

Scotland is very welcoming in trying to keep the best people

here and there are opportunities for students to get work visas or

study and work to get a PhD.

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Pre-sessional coursesEnglish as a Foreign Language Pre-sessional courses are available for prospective postgraduate students. These courses improve students English language and academic study skills.

In addition to classes, students are given an opportunity to immerse themselves in Edinburgh and Scotlands culture through visits to tourist attractions.

We also provide students with practical help to settle into life in a new city.

Pre-sessional courses are designed to suit a range of abilities.

4 Week Academic Skills Induction Course in AugustEntry Requirements: Unconditional offer for a degree course at + IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5

6 Week Pre-sessional* in July and November (for January intake)Entry Requirements: Offer for a degree course at + IELTS 5.5 with no skill below 5.0

12 Week Pre-sessional* in June and October (for January intake)Entry Requirements: Offer for a degree course at +IELTS 5.0 with no skill below 4.5

1 Year pre-sessional* October - AugustEntry Requirements: Offer for a degree course at + IELTS 4.0 with no skill below 4.0

Students on the Year Long English Language Programme will receive two Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) letters one for the English language course and one for their degree programme (on the assumption of passing the Edinburgh Napier University language exam). You will be expected to hold the academic entry requirements for your degree programme at the start of the Year Long English Language Programme.

iO For further information on these programmes please contact the English as a Foreign Language Coordinator Dr Yu Xiao, [email protected] or visit: www.napier.ac.uk/study/international/english/Pages/efl.aspx

*Note: Students with IELTS 4.0 -5.5 are required to sit the Edinburgh Napier University language exam in order to progress to post graduate programs.

You cannot apply for these courses directly. The Admissions Team will consider if you are eligible for one of these programmes based on your previous English language test score and when considering your eligibility for the Masters course you have applied for.

Learn the language, live the culture

In-session English study support classesEnglish language and study skills workshops and individual appointments, will be available during your post graduate studies to complement your studies. These are free of charge for all international students enrolled on undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Edinburgh is one of the most charming cities in the world and the people are very nice and friendly Phenporn Wuttitantisin Thailand, MSc International Festival and Event Management

My course has exposed me to recent techniques in the world of sustainable development Olusegun Koleola Nigeria, MSc Energy and Environmental Engineering

The best thing has been all the practice and discussions we get from tutorials Anne-Cecile Helene Reglier France, MSc International Human Resource Management

82,524 Edinburgh Student population

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How to use this prospectusOur postgraduate prospectus has been designed to help you as much as possible as you consider your options.

Each of our schools has its own section in which youll find listings of their courses. Each entry contains an outline of what youll study and what the entry requirements are. The sample course page opposite explains the layout we use in more detail.

Unless otherwise stated, all our courses are available as a Master of Science (MSc) degree with other exit points to qualify with a Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) or Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip).

At the back of the prospectus, youll find additional information to help guide your decision about postgraduate study with us, including information on support services, fees, funding and how to apply.

1 AwardWhether the course is available as a Professional Diploma/PgCert/PgDip/MSc/MA/MBA/MFA or LLM will be listed here.

2 Course titleThe name of the course and principal areas of study.

3 Course descriptionA short description of the course, highlighting key points of interest.

4 Subjects IncludeAn outline of what subjects the course is planned to cover.

5 Career ProspectsAn outline of possible career paths this course could lead to.

6 Entry RequirementsThe minimum qualification(s) required to gain a place on the course.

7 AvailabilityThese show the modes of study and attendance available. Full-time learning or research study

involves the student in an average of at least 21 hours study per week, including private study and on-campus taught provision, for periods of more than 24 weeks per year.

Part-time learning or research study involves the student in less than 21 hours study per week, including private study and/or on-campus taught provision, for periods of less than 24 weeks. Similarly postgraduate students still engaged in the work of the course and supervised but working away from the institution are also classified as part-time.

Flexible study includes a variety of teaching and delivery methods.

Blended learning includes a combination of online delivery and face-to-face teaching, support and assessment.

Distance learning courses include all those whose modules are delivered through paper-based or online materials. There is a minimal amount of face-to-face teaching and support is provided via email or phone.

8 Start dateThese courses have an intake and start date on the month(s) shown.

9 Logo(s)Accrediting organisation; an official or recognised industrial approval. Note: some organisations do not allow us to use their logos, please read the course description.

More detailed information about each course is available on our website: www.napier.ac.uk/postgraduate

More Information: 0333 900 6040+44 (0) 333 900 6040

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School of Engineering & The Built Environment

MSc Timber Engineering

Timber is, in many respects, the ideal construction material, particularly in terms of its structural attributes and environmental efficiency. There is an increasing demand to use timber as a building material, which has created the need for qualified engineers with specialised knowledge and appropriate expertise in this area. You will learn the principles of designing a timber structure, particularly considering the nature of the material itself and its properties.

Timber is becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable construction material, creating more and more opportunities for engineers who want to work with this unique resource. This course, the only one of its kind in the UK, meets a demand for suitably qualified construction professionals by developing the diverse range of skills of those that are already in, or would like to enter the timber industry.

Youll develop the ability to analyse, design and assess timber structural systems and assemblies as well as useful transferable skills in presentation.

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired an Accredited CEng (Partial), BEng (Hons) or an Accredited IEng (Full) BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree.

Subjects IncludeTimber Analysis & Design 1 & 2; Sustainable Building Design; Timber Materials & Applications; Timber Form & Construction; Project Management. MSc students complete a dissertation in addition to the taught elements.

Career Prospects Youll become a competent and resourceful timber engineer, equipped with the relevant training in analysis, design and assessment of timber structural systems. This both satisfies the needs of the timber industry and meets the academic requirements appropriate for chartered membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation. This means you will not only graduate with a postgraduate degree but a highly respected professional qualification.

Entry RequirementsAn Honours degree at 2:2 or above in civil engineering or structural engineering.

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The Business SchoolCraiglockhart CampusColinton Road, Edinburgh, EH14 1DJ

Set within attractive grounds overlooking Edinburgh, these historic B-listed buildings, where the war poets Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen first met and composed their most famous verse, sit alongside the ultra-modern architecture of the iconic, silver-skinned Lindsay Stewart 200-seat lecture theatre. This light and airy campus also boasts a caf, Starbucks concession, multimedia language labs and a 400-seat lecture theatre.

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The Business School at Craiglockhart is a really good learning environment.

I loved my undergraduate course at Edinburgh Napier. I was working for HSBC and they let me work for them part-time while I did my studies. Theres a lot of practical experience here - some universities have a lot of Professors who have never worked in the industry so its more just theory all the time whereas here you get a lot of practical experience.

The Business School at Craiglockhart is a really good learning environment because its open plan but not noisy theres just a sort of hum about it. My lecturers are all really approachable you can always knock on their door any time and Ive also been assigned a personal development tutor that I have regular meetings with.

Teaching was always something Id wanted to do so I emailed the university recruitment office to find out what I needed to do to bridge the

gap between industry and teaching and they put me in contact with the group subject leader. I met him for a coffee and he said: Yes, this is definitely something you should do.

I also work for Bright Red Triangle where Im a junior consultant. Ive been doing market research projects for them including one for the catering industry in the US and the UK. An equity company had been approached by a software company for a 250,000 investment for catering software and they wanted me to look at the industry.

Hopefully if I do get a role as a lecturer, one of things Id be doing is teaching overseas so Im really excited about that. Its the universitys links that will allow me to do that as my faculty teaches in China and Hong Kong.

Student Profile

Claire McCafferty PG Certificate in Teaching and Learning in

Higher Education and PhD in Financial Services

Following a successful career in banking, Claire is now researching a PhD on the UK Financial Services sector, while also studying for a

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Start Date September

This course will give you the knowledge you need to apply accounting and finance principles in a way that enhances business strategies. You will explore the latest theories and current practices and develop the skills required for a successful career in accounting and finance or a wider managerial role.

You will attain a comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance principles and their practical application in both national and international organisations. You will develop a critical awareness of the role finance plays in operational and strategic decision making.

You will develop critical evaluation skills that will allow you to analyse financial data. Teamwork skills will also be emphasised, as you work collaboratively with fellow students experienced in a variety of disciplines. Your research and presentation skills will be developed throughout the taught modules and as you prepare your final dissertation.

This course can be studied for one year full-time or three years part-time.

Subjects IncludeAccounting Principles; Strategic Management Accounting; Financial Management; Research Methods; Dissertation; plus choice of three from Strategic Financial Management, Management Accounting Research Issues, Contemporary Issues in Financial Reporting, or Investment, Corporate Finance & Portfolios.

Career Prospects A postgraduate degree in Accounting & Finance can open the door to a wide range of careers, including general management opportunities and roles in accounting and finance leading to a professional qualification. These can be pursued within an accounting firm, a commercial organisation or a public sector body.

Entry RequirementsA recognised Honours degree at 2:2 or above or equivalent. Holders of UK degrees in Accounting and Finance will not be admitted to this course.

For international entry and English language requirements see page 190.

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School of Accounting, Financial Services & Law

MSc Banking & Financial Regulation

In order to maintain stable financial systems, academics, policy-makers and practitioners need to be able to address the rationale and structure of micro- and macro-prudential regulation of modern banking.

This course will offer you the opportunity to specialise in the area of bank regulation in an international context, and become an expert in how ethics and corporate governance practices underpin banking regulation and practice.

You will develop the theoretical foundation to analyse key issues in regulatory risk management in modern banking, ethics, bank failures, international financial regulation and emerging financial markets. Upon graduation you will be equipped to provide invaluable leadership to financial institutions, having acquired the knowledge and skills to critically analyse the latest regulatory trends and their impact upon global financial markets.

Subjects IncludeFinancial Management; Financial Markets, Institutions & Banking; International Economic Law; Principles of Financial Regulation; Ethics & Corporate Governance; plus one option module; Research Methods; Dissertation.

Career Prospects The world of international finance is a fascinating and lucrative one. This higher degree will offer you a valuable head start in your chosen career. Students graduating with an MSc in Banking & Financial Regulation would normally seek to further their career in the field of international banking regulation.

Entry RequirementsA recognised Honours degree at 2:2 or above, or an Ordinary degree and two years work experience, or equivalent.


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Whether you are currently in or planning a career in business, this course in Finance and Corporate Strategy will provide you with the key skills you need to progress.

This course has been designed to address both theory and practice, and will give you the tools you need to shape strategic and financial directions within business. You will learn about finance and corporate strategy principles that can be applied to both manufacturing and service organisations in the public or private sector giving an invaluable boost to your career, no matter what your background.

This course can be studied for one year full-time or three years part-time.

Subjects IncludeAccounting Principles; Contemporary Issues in Strategic Management; Financial Management; Organisational Change Management; Leadership, Strategy & Innovation; Research Methods; Dissertation; plus one option from Strategic Financial Management, Management Accounting Research Issues, or Contemporary Issues in Financial Reporting.

Career Prospects A postgraduate degree in Finance and Corporate Strategy can offer you a valuable head-start in your chosen career, and open the door to a wide range of opportunities within an accounting or financial services firm, commercial organisation, or the public sector; including finance, accounting, banking and general management positions.

Entry RequirementsA recognised Honours degree at 2:2 or above or equivalent. Holders of a UK degree in Accounting and Finance will not be admitted to this course.


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MSc Global Investment Banking

The MSc in Global Investment Banking offers you a practical approach to investment analysis within the environment of a truly globalised industry. This programme is designed to provide you with the theory, concepts and methods needed to raise your profile with marketable skills in high demand by employers in the banking sector. The disciplines covered in this course are of special interest to international institutions that wish to attract professionals who understand the fundamentals of finance and investments.

The course aims to develop your understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of investment banking and will provide you with the skills necessary to analyse the risks and returns of securities portfolios in global markets. The course explores the characteristics of investment banking within global financial markets, alongside the analysis and valuation of portfolio investments and securities.

Subjects IncludeFinancial Management; Financial Markets, Institutions & Banking; International Economic Law; Investment, Corporate Finance & Portfolios; Strategic Financial Management; plus one option; Research Methods; Dissertation.

Career Prospects Graduates with an MSc in Global Investment Banking would normally seek to further their career in the areas of international investment, particularly in a banking context. If you are already working in this field, you can expect to advance your personal development in this field.



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Whether you are contemplating a career in business, or currently working and looking to upgrade your qualifications, this course will give you the tools you need for successful banking institution management. Covering issues that range from creativity in business to the global economic environment and organisational behaviour, it addresses the essentials of modern business and opens doors to increased employment opportunities at a postgraduate level.

The MSc in International Banking and Finance will familiarise you with the most current developments in global financial markets from the unique perspective of banking institutions. The programme aims at preparing you for a career in banking and finance by enabling you to develop expertise in key areas of international banking institutions management.

Subjects Include Financial Management; Financial Markets, Institutions & Banking; International Economic Law; International Banking & Insurance; Strategic Management in Global Banking; plus one option; Research Methods; Dissertation.

Career ProspectsGraduates with an MSc in International Banking & Finance would normally seek to further their career in the areas of international banking. If you are already working in banking, you can expect to advance your personal development in this field.



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MSc International Finance

Designed for students from a wide variety of non-financial disciplines and employment backgrounds, this course combines mathematical and communication skills to offer you a rounded approach to the world of international finance.

Whether you are looking for a role in the provision and management of financial services, or planning to undertake research in the area, this course will equip you with the appropriate theoretical and practical learning.

As well as communication and presentation skills (vital in this complex industry) youll gain knowledge of accounting practices, statistics, financial management, banking and insurance, plus a thorough overview of the international financial environment. Youll graduate with the mathematical and informational analysis skills you need to create a rewarding career in the industry, and the means to apply your knowledge of research methods.

Based over one year full-time, the course will involve lectures, tutorials and independent study.

Subjects IncludeAccounting Principles; Statistics, Probability and Risk; Financial Management; Global Finance; Strategic Financial Management; International Banking and Insurance; Research Methods; Dissertation.

Career ProspectsThe world of international finance is a fascinating and lucrative one. This degree will enhance your employability, and open the doors to a global career. Youll be eligible for graduate level positions in areas such as banking, insurance and finance.

Entry RequirementsA recognised Honours degree at 2:2 or above, or equivalent. Holders of UK degrees in Finance will not be admitted to this course.


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This programme provides an opportunity to study at an advanced level a wide range of subjects related to international commercial law from a broad political and economic context. It will also develop various essential skills required for a career in the legal profession, international business, national or international governmental bodies or academic research.

A good understanding of international commercial law is one of the essential attributes of legal and business practices in any jurisdiction in the modern economic environment. An advanced degree in this area is now considered highly desirable for international legal and business professionals, as evidenced by the increasing number of students from overseas pursuing the LLM in commercial law in the UK.

The LLM in International Commercial Law at Edinburgh Napier University is designed for those students from law, business, management, politics or other social science backgrounds who intend to specialise in the international aspects of commercial law. It will particularly hold appeal for international students who wish to apply the legal knowledge to work in their home countries.

Subjects IncludeLegal Skills and Research Methods (Compulsory for non-law entrants and international students); International Economic Law; Human Rights Aspects of International Business; Dispute Resolution Methods; Contemporary Issues in Business Law; International Sports and Entertainment Law; Ethics and Corporate Governance; Principles of Financial Regulation; Contemporary Issues In Intellectual Property; Dissertation.

Career ProspectsThe LLM in International Commercial Law is a way of enhancing opportunities for entry into a range of careers related to international commerce and trade, either in private legal practice, in industry, or with a national or international regulatory body.

Entry RequirementsA recognised Honours degree in law or in other subjects with a substantial law component, at 2:2 or above, or an Ordinary degree and two years work experience, or equivalent.


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Academic Profile

Alun Fotheringham Senior Lecturer and Senior Teaching Fellow, Accounting, Financial Services & Law

Alun Fotheringham worked in the public sector before coming to Edinburgh Napier. His experience and use of real-life business examples help prepare students for the boardroom

In our postgraduate teaching, we use real-world examples. For example, we might have an ethical discussion on directors bonuses and link that to the banks. Are they doing anything wrong? Were getting students to think about how they would approach these issues from a theoretical perspective but using different models to think about them in different ways. This is particularly important when you come to the boardroom and youll have a number of people all coming from different perspectives.

Some of the scenarios I use in the ethics class are based on the public sector. Professional bodies publish case studies to get members to think about how they would approach accounting issues so I use some of these examples from current professional practice. Rather than it just being textbook-led, were drawing on real life.

Its great to be based in Edinburgh. We have the Scottish Parliament, from which Ive drawn examples, as well as the finance sector.

Many of the students in my class are international, including from China, Germany, Poland and the USA. These different backgrounds make for interesting classroom discussions. We also deliver our undergraduate programme in Hong Kong so were quite used to cultural differences and expectations.

Its great to be based in Edinburgh. We have the Scottish Parliament, from which Ive drawn examples, as well as the finance sector. Some students have already worked in that sector and have decided to top up and do a Masters, sometimes on a part-time basis, to give them opportunities for promotion. Some students have an undergraduate degree in physics but now want a finance focus to open up further job opportunities.

The feedback I get from students is that they feel the staff at Edinburgh Napier know them. Were approachable, we know what were doing and were using up-to-date real-life examples so were able to help students apply the theoretical aspects of accounting to real life practice.

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Im writing my dissertation about a company I worked for in Pakistan, where my father also worked. When he was working there, there was no proper HR department but when I started, HR was flourishing so I thought it would be a good idea to look at how it changed. My programme leader really liked the idea and said I should go ahead with it - Ive even interviewed my father for it as an ex-employee and employees who are there now. Its an opportunity to compare approaches to HR in the West to those in the East.

I was mentally prepared for the cultural shock of moving here and I had a fair idea that the educational system would be quite different so I coped well. Its great that almost all my fellow students are international students. There are only 11 of us in the group and they are from countries like the Netherlands, Nigeria, Angola, Greece, and Poland.

Some of my cousins have studied here so I knew the name Napier. The lecturers are very good and weve had interesting guest speakers including one who talked about criminal psychology and how criminals are inducted back into employment which was very interesting.

Ive enjoyed every moment of studying here at Craiglockhart. I dont have to wait for anything all the books have been readily available and the library staff are very helpful as well. Edinburgh is nice. The first time I came here it took me 20 minutes to get from the bus stop to here as I was stopping every step of the way to look at the greenery and the scenery!

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Zohra Iftikhar MSc International Human Resource Management

Zohra worked in Pakistan before following her cousins to Edinburgh Napier. Here, she is studying the different approaches to Human Resources around the world alongside international colleagues

There are only 11 of us in the group and they are from countries like the Netherlands, Nigeria, Angola, Greece and Poland.

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On graduation you will join our MBA Alumni community, giving you access to future master classes and networking. You may also be interested in our Global Online distance learning MBA.

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