Edinburgh Napier University
Total, Scotland
How much do Edinburgh Napier University graduates earn by subject?
Edinburgh Napier University graduates earn a median salary of £30,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £40,500, while Performing arts graduates earn £25,600.
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How competitive is Edinburgh Napier University?
In 2024, Edinburgh Napier University received 33,035 applications and accepted 5,835 students, giving an acceptance rate of 17.7%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Edinburgh Napier University?
90% of Edinburgh Napier University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 15 subjects with median salaries ranging from £25,600 to £40,500. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 85.8% | £40,500 |
| Engineering | 88.2% | £35,000 |
| Law | 84% | £35,000 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.8% | £33,900 |
| Business and management | 85.4% | £32,500 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 88% | £31,900 |
| Veterinary sciences | 71.4% | £29,700 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 88.2% | £28,700 |
| Biosciences | 90.1% | £28,300 |
| Psychology | 87.1% | £28,100 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 86.9% | £28,100 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 81.3% | £28,100 |
| English studies | 85.9% | £27,700 |
| Creative arts and design | 87% | £27,400 |
| Performing arts | 79.8% | £25,600 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £40,500
- 2 Engineering £35,000
- 3 Law £35,000
- 4 Nursing and midwifery £33,900
- 5 Business and management £32,500
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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