Overview

The Publishing MSc programme from Edinburgh Napier University works with industry and will open doors for you. Our team has strong relationships with thought leaders across industry, commerce and academia which helps to ensure you are at the forefront of the latest thinking, processes and technology. The expansion of digital media has created a need for highly specialised skills in publishing.

This course will give you the specialist training and experience demanded by publishing employers. You'll develop skills in critical thinking and problem solving, and will graduate with an excellent understanding of the industry in an international context.

Career opportunities:

This comprehensive programme designed for aspiring publishers and media professionals will let you explore the art and business of publishing and immerse yourself in the world of books, magazines, and digital media. Through a blend of theory, practice, and industry insights, you'll learn the skills and strategies needed to navigate the ever-changing landscape of publishing and media. Career opportunities include:

Book, magazine or journal publishing (editing, design, production, sales or marketing)
Consumer and corporate publishing
Online and digital publishing
Publishing entrepreneur

Accreditation

Edinburgh Napier is the only University to have doubly-accredited postgraduate publishing provision.

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Fiction and the Fiction Market

Publishing Placement and Professional Development

Publishing Production

Publishing in Context

Publishing in Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

56

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:1 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

19750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19750 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

7650 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7650 GBP per year during 12 months.

The course fees you'll pay and the funding available to you will depend on a number of factors including your nationality, location, personal circumstances.

Living costs for Edinburgh

725 - 1167 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Edinburgh

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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