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544 Student reviews
18-24 years
First gen student
The traveling is the a difficult aspect as I live in mussleburgh. So traveling to the sighthill campus is a long journey. Would be good if they kept it online for the people who struggle to travel in. The best aspect would be the actual course itself. It has been very interesting and the lectures have been very helpful.
25-34 years
First gen student
- Interesting classes, nice classmates, the location/campus (Merchiston), the library, the societies (fun). - When attendance is really low in the classes. Not finding your classrooms in the beginning (a map?).
The accommodation team makes me feel very taken care of and the course is detailed, engaging, and rewarding. I’m learning so much so fast and it’s a very friendly environment.
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The uni really cares about their students, they constantly check up on students about their mental health, providing free breakfast so you can relax and chat to your friends before you start your uni day. The facilities are handy as some of the libraries are open 24/7 meaning you can get your work done whenever it suits you. The facilities are all top tier too with laptops and pcs readily available for students. The accommodations are very well kept with our RAs providing snacks and drinks for free at the reception of student accommodation and hosting events to help students mix for instance a pizza night in the common area of a student accommodation. To improve the university could attempt to make the students Union more student friendly as it is rather expensive.
25-34 years
First gen student
The campus is really well located, with lots of bus connections nearby. I am a Music student and the music facilities - rehearsal rooms and studios - are amazing, spacious and well equipped. Also, lecturers and student services never lack support and make me feel at ease: I was a direct entry and they provided me with the help necessary to make the transition from College to Uni.
25-34 years
There are some really fantastic lecturers here, but there’s also some pretty bad ones. There are way more good modules than bad ones, though. The equipment on campus is pretty good, especially the specialist stuff, but the labs are fairly impressive too. There isn’t a student union on campus or even close by - it’s in a pub in town, and honestly isn’t that great. But the location of the uni itself is pretty good, and there are plenty of places other than the student union to drink and socialise.
What makes it a great place to study is that majority of the lecturers are extremely helpful and will go over things in lectures that we are unsure about or go over the exam. For it to be improved- having to travel to another campus for exams which is a bit of a pain to try to get to
18-24 years
The university itself is amazing after joining uni I feel a lot more comfortable with my studies and the people around me. The location is fantastic just a little far from the train station but the surrounding areas of the university are so pleasant and friendly. Edinburgh Napier provides plentiful support for students in all areas of need. By providing exceptional opportunities to students such as internships, international trips and studying abroad facilities. I am very happy that I choose to go Edinburgh Napier University
The feedback given on assessments is Leah’s professional and helpful, allowing personal development. The staff are approachable and always willing to help.
25-34 years
First gen student
Wide range of courses and content. Academic staff have a wide range of abilities and attitudes.
25-34 years
First gen student
All lectures are great and friendly. Lots of support team
Great university for nursing, good clinical skills centre. Lack of preparation for being in a real ward. Decent student support
The Uni is very appealing for students as it has very good facilities and offers multiple areas for students to work. With the use of the large library on the lower ground it makes it very accessible for finding books/having a place to study. The lecturers are also very nice and helpful as they are very good at explaining the modules and also reassure you that they are there for any support you need. The only thing that comes to mind which could be improved is by having the lectures recorded as this helps a lot of students. I find it particularly useful as I like to go back and take notes from it because it can be hard to keep in in the class, therefore I go back to the recording to pause and play it.
I think napier is a great place to study however the three campuses being so spread out makes it feel almost unsociable. I wish there was more chance to meet people from the whole university rather than just the people on your campus.
Great top rated uni, live in Glasgow but chose to study in edinburgh because I couldn’t turn down the chance at this amazing uni
Would definitely advertise student Union more
The lectures are all very knowledgeable, kind, fun and caring. Classes are engaging One of the only things I would love regarding my classes is some more practical elements, class trips etc
Napier is a great place to study as it doesn’t have that many students, so classes and tutorials actually feel like a one to one class as teachers are eager and easily approachable. Student life is good, but societies are not the best, so you might want to join societies from other universities instead. Despite this, I think they have great student support and are there when you need them, always being quick to reply to any questions, which in my opinion is essential. The student association could be improved by setting better regulations and training for societies. And the lectures could be improved by having more in depth knowledge on the subject, not just what the power point says.


I love the city as it’s very friendly and inviting however it’s been somewhat difficult to adjust to the uni life.
we have lots of contact hours however I still feel that i don’t know the professors. I like how hand on the course is although I wish we could have had more explanation before jumping into projects.
I really enjoy living in halls, it’s a good experience, there isn’t much I’d change about it, I was just somewhat unlucky as I don’t get on with my flatmates too well