The School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University. Apply now

At the School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment, we’re building the future, creating an impact, and making a difference.

According to the Research Excellence Framework in 2021, we are the number one Scottish Modern University for research in Computer Science & Informatics, Engineering and for Architecture, Built Environment and Planning.

The way we work as a school is intrinsically linked with industry, to ensure our world-leading research and teaching has an impact in all areas of life; on where we live, how we get around, how we share information and keep it safe, and even how we protect the future of our planet.  

We are proud of our top rankings and achievements:

·         We are the top UK modern university for Computer Science - The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024-2025

·         Our Cybersecurity & Forensics course is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) - the first undergraduate course in the UK to achieve this.

·         We are the top UK Modern university for Building - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024

·         We are a top 5 UK modern university for Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024-2025

·         Our Energy & Environmental Engineering course was the first in Scotland to focus specifically on energy, renewables and carbon accounting.

·         Strong industrial links and input mean our programmes are highly relevant and up to date, ensuring all our graduates are work ready.

·         We pride ourselves on our one year paid work placement and study abroad options on our Computing courses

Courses

Learn more about our NEW postgraduate courses offered this September.  

Building & Surveying

·         Architectural Technology & Sustainable Building Performance - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Construction Project Management - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Construction Project Management - MSc Online learning

·         Environmental Sustainability - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Facilities Management - MSc Distance learning

·         Real Estate Management & Investment - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Real Estate Management & Investment - MSc Distance learning

Engineering

·         Advanced Materials Engineering - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Advanced Structural Engineering - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Automation & Control - MSc Full-time

·         Digital Technologies for Smart Cities - MSc Full-time

·         Environmental Sustainability - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Renewable Energy - MSc Full-time

·         Transport Planning & Engineering - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Transport Planning & Engineering - MSc Online learning

Computing

·         Cyber Security - MSc Full-time | Part-time 

·         Cyber Security Distance Learning - MSc Distance learning 

·         Business Information Technology - MSc Full-time | Part-time 

·         Computing - MSc Full-time | Part-time

·         Computing with Professional Placement - MSc Full-time

·         Data Engineering - MSc Online learning

Visit our website to discover more about postgraduate study at the School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment,