International Stage One Standalone – Computing
at Edinburgh Napier University
Designed to prepare you for undergraduate study in technology-focused subjects, the programme builds core academic, analytical and digital skills alongside English language development.
Course Overview
The International Stage One Standalone (IS1 Standalone) in Computing introduces you to core computing concepts and practices that prepare you for your future degree. You will study key modules designed to build your technical, analytical and academic skills, with the option to broaden your learning through an optional module in areas such as hospitality, festival and event management, or tourism.
Equivalent to the first year of a four-year Scottish undergraduate degree, this programme also helps you strengthen your academic study skills and English language ability. On successful completion, you will progress directly to the second year of your chosen computing-related degree at Edinburgh Napier University.
Edinburgh Napier University International College
Edinburgh Napier University International College (ENUIC) is a dedicated college for international students to start their studies. We offer integrated and standalone pathway programmes which develop your academic and English language skills.
Our international college is part of the university campus so you will have access to all the same university spaces, facilities and community so you will feel like you are part of the university from the day you start.
- Located on the main university campus
- Small classes offering a high-quality academic experience
- Supportive college staff who will help you settle into life as a student at Edinburgh Napier University
- University student status from day one with access to sports, societies, campus facilities and the university student services.
Course modules
The ESUS module raises your awareness of the critical importance of English language competence in all four language skills areas within an academic context and provides English language preparation for continuing study onto the later stages of an undergraduate degree programme. Emphasis is also placed on developing the study skills you require for success, for example, research, critical assessment of sources, academic writing, team working, and your understanding of the conventions of higher education and of the need for good academic practice. (30 Credits)
This module introduces you to the role and function of management accounting within a business and shows its importance in terms of costings, financial control and decision making. It introduces computerised systems in accounting and shows how these support the accounting function in informing and advising a companys senior managers. (30 Credits)
The module aims to introduce students to the role and purpose of the accounting function within business, considering primarily the key concepts and activities associated with financial accounting. You learn how to record transactions using double entry bookkeeping and to prepare the financial statements which provide companies and their investors with a financial health check (20 Credits)
This module sets out to improve your practical and life skills as you adapt toa new environment. Its early classes focus on advice about the access to the world of workand alsohelp you to budget effectively. The latter part of the modules enables you to enhance your basic IT skills in terms of use of preparation and use of documents and spreadsheets using Microsoft 365 (Office), and presentation skills using PowerPoint. It further helps you both to develop your research skills throughappropriate useof the Internet and todemonstratehow using the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and social media can support effective communication with your tutors and fellow students during your studies. (20 Credits)
The aim of the module is to provide you with a broad appreciation of a number of key economic principles. You will study, for example, resource allocation and scarcity, supply, demand and elasticity, the drivers for economic growth, market structures and the consideration of alternative economic systems. (20 Credits)
This is an introductory module intended to help you understand, in an international context, the hospitality, tourism and events sectors which have become vital to the overall economic and socio-cultural development of worldwide destinations. The module discusses the boundaries of tourism, hospitality and events, their inter-relationship and inter-disciplinary nature. Definitions and terminologies of tourism, hospitality and events will be provided as will information on the structure of these sectors. The measurement of tourism, hospitality and events in terms of quantitative or statistical data and their interpretation are key components of the module. You also examine demand and motivational factors for consumers of tourism, hospitality and event products. (30 Credits)
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Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh Napier University is one of Scotlands top modern universities, recognised for career-focused teaching, world-class facilities and strong links with industry. Based in the heart of Edinburgh, the University offers the perfect balance of academic excellence and practical experience in one of the United Kingdoms most dynamic and inspiring cities.
You will learn from experts who bring real-world experience into the classroom and benefit from courses designed to develop the skills employers value most. Edinburgh Napier is a university that supports your ambition, helping you gain confidence, build connections and prepare for a successful future.
Why choose the Edinburgh Napier University
Student satisfaction in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Napier University has been rated top in the city by the National Student Survey five years in a row.
UK modern university for Biosciences
Ranked 4th in the UK for Biosciences in The Daily Mail League Table 2025, reflecting our strong reputation for teaching, research and career prospects.
Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism
Ranked 5th in the UK among modern universities for Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism by The Guardian University Guide 2025.
Entry Requirements for
Academic qualifications for Afghanistan
Pass Baccalauria with a minimum of 60% overall
| Test | Requirements |
|---|---|
| IELTS | UKVI-approved SELT: IELTS 4.5 (with no component below 4.5). Some applicants may need to meet a higher English language requirement depending on their country or visa requirements. Please check your country-specific entry requirements or contact our Admissions team before applying. |
| For a full list of accepted English Language requirements for Afghanistan, visit the Entry requirements page | |
Student Tuition Fees
Tuition fees for available courses are shown below, with a breakdown by study option and
fee type where applicable.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) | Tuition Fees (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| International Stage One (Standalone) | Business – January, September, November – 瞿15,785 GBP Computing – January, September, November – 瞿16,475 GBP |
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| Pre-Master's | 2-terms – Business / Healthcare* – 瞿12,385 GBP 1-term – Healthcare* – 瞿9,445 GBP 1-term – Business – 瞿9,445 GBP 1-term – Creative Industries – 瞿9,445 GBP 1-term – Computing – 瞿10,075 GBP 2-terms – Computing – 瞿12,670 GBP |
2 terms – Computing – 瞿12,670 GBP 1 term – Computing – 瞿10,075 GBP 2 terms – Business / Healthcare – 瞿12,385 GBP 1 term – Arts and Creative Industries / Business / Healthcare – 瞿9,445 GBP |
| International Foundation Year (Nursing) | Nursing degree only – 瞿15,955 GBP | Nursing degree only – 瞿16,475 GBP |
| International Stage One | Biosciences / Engineering – 瞿17,425 GBP Business / Mass Communications – 瞿15,325 GBP Computing / Digital Media – 瞿15,645 GBP |
Business – 瞿15,785 GBP Engineering / Bioscience – 瞿17,955 GBP Digital Media / Mass Communications – 瞿16,115 GBP Computing – 瞿16,475 GBP |
| International Stage Two | Computing – 瞿16,375 GBP Business / Hospitality, Tourism, Festival and Event. – 瞿15,955 GBP |
Computing – 瞿16,875 GBP Business / Hospitality and Tourism – 瞿16,475 GBP |
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Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. Stated fees are for the study preparation pathway programme only and do not include tuition applicable to the degree courses continued at the university. All pathway fees are subject to annual review and may increase in line with policy, inflation, or regulatory changes.
Payment of Pathway Study Tuition Fees Your offer letter shows an initial fee that confirms your place on your chosen study preparation course and a link to Flywire so that you can make a secure payment. This initial fee is an instalment towards the overall cost of tuition fees for your study preparation course and includes a one-time non-refundable administration fee. After your CAS Letter has been issued, and before arrival or registration, you must pay your remaining first-year tuition fees in full. Admin Fee: All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin fee of 瞿225. Progression Degree Fees: For more information on the university progression degree fees, please visit the university website directly: |
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Scholarships at Edinburgh Napier University
Up to 瞿5,000 scholarships for 3-term pathway
Up to 瞿2,000 for Nursing undergraduate pathways (not eligible for the scholarships above)
Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
Up to 瞿5,075 scholarships for 1-term pathway
Up to 瞿7,170 scholarships for 2-term pathway
Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
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Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
Up to 瞿6,000 scholarship for 3-term pathways
Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
Up to 瞿3,500 scholarship for 1-term pathway
Up to 瞿4,000 scholarship for 2-term pathway
Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
瞿3,000 per year* for student who completed IS1 Business, Digital Media, Engineering, Computing and Mass Communications
*Available for all countries for all continuation degree options on the IS1 Business, Computing Digital Media, Engineering and Mass Communications programmes. Not available for the BA (Hons) Business Management programme and BA (Hons) Business Management with Entrepreneurship.
瞿3,000 per year* for student who completed IS2 Computing and Business
*Available for all countries for all continuation degree options on the IS2 Computing programme. Not available for BA (Hons) Business Management programme and BA (Hons) Business Management with Entrepreneurship.
瞿3,000 per year for student who completed IIM Arts and Creative Industries, Business, Computing and Healthcare
*Available for all countries for all continuation degree options on the IIM Arts and Creative Industries, Business, Computing and Healthcare programmes. Not available for the MSc International Business Management programme
Please contact your 51做厙 representative for more details on scholarships available to you. All scholarships are subject to availability and may be amended or withdrawn without notice.
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