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Heriot-Watt University

QS#287•UK#34
Edinburgh, Scotland

Founded in 1821, Heriot-Watt University is a leading institution known for its focus on applied research, innovation, and industry collaborations. With campuses in Edinburgh, Scotland, and internationally, Heriot-Watt offers a wide range of programs in engineering, business, design, and science. The university has a strong emphasis on employability, with graduates being highly sought after by top global employers. It is particularly renowned for its strengths in technology, engineering, and business

#351 - 400
THE World Ranking
#301 - 500
QS Graduate Employability Rankings
World's Top 50
in 1 QS Subject Rankings
3,000
international students from 150 countries

Courses

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Featured Courses

Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $20,080
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
A-Level
from BCC
Fee / year
from GBP $20,080
Engineering and Technology
QS#254•UK#26
Engineering - Chemical
QS#201 - #250•UK#14
Engineering - Civil and Structural
QS#151 - #200•UK#17
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
QS#201 - #250•UK#22
Engineering - Mechanical
QS#201 - #250•UK#23
Engineering - Petroleum
QS#15•UK#4

Study Areas (8)

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Campuses

Heriot-Watt University's main campus is Edinburgh and has a total of 3 campuses.

Studying in Edinburgh(Main)

Living cost with rent
GBP $1,100 - $1,400
Rent / month
GBP £600 - £800
The James Watt statue outside the main reception is a central point to meet people on campus
The James Watt statue outside the main reception is a central point to meet people on campus
GRID Building is a state-of-the-art facility designed to support interdisciplinary innovation and collaboration
GRID Building is a state-of-the-art facility designed to support interdisciplinary innovation and collaboration
ORIAM is a key facility designed to support elite athletes, particularly those involved in Olympic and Paralympic sports
ORIAM is a key facility designed to support elite athletes, particularly those involved in Olympic and Paralympic sports
The Library is a central resource offering extensive support for academic study, research, and student life
The Library is a central resource offering extensive support for academic study, research, and student life
Hall Residence provides accommodation offering a variety of housing options to suit different preferences and budgets
Hall Residence provides accommodation offering a variety of housing options to suit different preferences and budgets
  • Location : City of Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Nearby : Home to the Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the city is a focal point for art, culture, comedy and drama.
  • Getting here : Public transport via train (From Edinburgh Waverley (city center), hop on the 25 Lothian bus from Princes St (Stop PP) to campus around 30 minutes); by bus (Lothian Bus routes 25, 34, 45, 63, and N25/N34 (night bus) serve the campus from the city center (30-40 minutes))
  • Faculties : Home to 6 faculties, including Edinburgh Business School.
  • Heriot-Watt was established as the School of Arts of Edinburgh by Scottish businessman Leonard Horner on 16 October 1821. Inspired by Glasgow’s Anderson’s College, Horner aimed to provide practical knowledge of science and technology to Edinburgh’s working men

Upcoming Intakes

Here are the intake periods and application deadlines for Heriot-Watt University.

2026 JanApply by
PostgraduateDecember
2026 SepApply by
Undergraduate14 January
Undergraduate30 June
PostgraduateJuly
*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.
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Programmes

Programmes (21)

MEng Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Architectural Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $20,080
MEng Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
BEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $20,080
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
MEng Structural Engineering
Structural Engineering
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BCC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
5 years
Sep
A-Level
BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $25,808
Edinburgh, Central Belt
4 years
Sep, Jan, May
A-Level
DEE
Fee / year
from GBP $20,080