Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier traces back to 1964 as Napier Technical College, became a university in 1992, and took its current name in 2009. Music and sound courses run from the Merchiston campus, built around Merchiston Tower, birthplace of the university's namesake John Napier in 1550.

BA (Hons) Music lets students follow a production-focused pathway alongside performance or composition, with modules including Recording Studio Theory and Practice and Music Technology and Live Performance, taught across four recording studios and a networked music lab running Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton and Sibelius. A separate BSc (Hons) Sound Design covers audio for film, games, VR and other interactive media rather than music production specifically, using a dedicated Digital Media Lab.

Both are four-year degrees. Scottish students pay £1,820/yr, paid by SAAS for eligible residents; rest-of-UK students pay £9,790/yr and overseas/EU students £21,120/yr for 2026/27 entry. Year 1 entry to BA Music needs Scottish Highers ABBB (or equivalent) plus a portfolio; Sound Design needs BBBB.

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At a glance

Price: From £1,820/yr
Location: Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh EH10 5DT
Subjects: Music production, Sound engineering, Ableton, Logic
Formats: Degree
Established: 1964 as Napier University
Accreditation: None published

Course structure

The formats Edinburgh Napier University sells, and how long each one runs.

BA (Hons) Music (production pathway)	4 years full-time
BSc (Hons) Sound Design	4 years full-time

Worth knowing

Merchiston Tower, birthplace of mathematician John Napier (inventor of logarithms) in 1550, stands at the centre of the Merchiston campus where the university's music courses are taught.

Frequently asked

What does Edinburgh Napier University cost?

Edinburgh Napier University's prices start from £1,820/yr, correct as of our last check.

Where is Edinburgh Napier University based?

Edinburgh Napier University is based at Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh EH10 5DT.

What does Edinburgh Napier University teach?

Edinburgh Napier University teaches Music production, Sound engineering, Ableton, Logic, in these formats: Degree.

Is Edinburgh Napier University accredited?

Edinburgh Napier University does not publish any formal accreditation or certification claims.

When was Edinburgh Napier University founded?

Edinburgh Napier University was established in 1964, originally as Napier University.

Sources

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