Study at the School of Applied Sciences at Edinburgh Napier University. Apply now

At the School of Applied Sciences, the applied nature of our courses, combined with specialist facilities, empowers our students to explore their passions and make a difference; whether it's experimenting in the lab, getting up to speed with the latest in sports science or developing knowledge in the classroom. 

We equip students with hands-on skills, scientific knowledge, and industry experience to tackle real-world challenges. Our diverse study areas include biological sciences, psychology, criminology, sport, and teaching, designed to empower impactful careers through innovation and applied research. 

We are proud of our top rankings and achievements:

• Edinburgh Napier is ranked the top modern university in Scotland (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026)
•  We are a top 5 UK modern university for graduate prospects and entry standards (The Complete University Guide 2026)
• Edinburgh Napier held the NSS top spot in the capital for student satisfaction five years in a row (2020-2024)
• We are #1 for learning resources in the UK for Biomedical sciences (NSS 2025)

Learn more about our new and updated postgraduate courses offering September 2026 entry:

•  MSc Applied Sport Science - Full-time | Part-time
• MSc Crime & Justice in Practice – Full-time
• MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology - Full-time | Part-time
• MSc Social Research and Policy - Full-time