Next Steps

To matriculate as a student with Edinburgh Napier University you must complete the essential steps IN ORDER below before the start of your programme. Please note that you must have set your Edinburgh Napier password before you begin the online matriculation process.

Step 1 - Matriculation

Matriculation Information

You need to register officially as a student - this is known as matriculation.

Please login using your 8 digit Edinburgh Napier number and the password that you've created for all of your online services at the University.

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Step 2 - Photo Manager

Photo Manager - Upload your photo

You need to submit a photo that will be printed on your student card.

Use a mobile device with a camera or have a photo ready to upload.

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Step 3 - Edinburgh Napier App

Download the Edinburgh Napier App

The Edinburgh Napier University app, also known as My Account, gives you personalised access to the University’s online services via your Mobile Device or any browser.

Step 4 - Introduction to Computers and Library

Complete this online process

Before you start, you’ll need to make sure you can use the computing systems and libraries.

This step-by-step overview includes important items for your coursework like accessing Wi-Fi on campus, checking your university emails, printing online resources and finding books on your reading list.

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Step 5 - Health and Safety

Student Health and Safety

Before you come to campus you must:

Read the Covid-19 return to campus life Student Health and safety guidance.
Complete the student safe return to campus Covid-19 Checklist

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Step 6 - Consent Matters

Online Consent Matters Course

This is an online course designed to help all of you understand sexual consent and promote positive change in our university community. We encourage you to complete this course as we think it will make a positive contribution to tackle and prevent sexual violence and misconduct.

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Step 7 - Academic Integrity

Online tutorial

This is a short online tutorial to help you understand how to complete your assessments at university with honesty and integrity. You will learn about the importance of acknowledging your sources in your work and referencing accurately. Completing this course is important in helping you avoid plagiarism in your assignments.