Honorary Graduates

Heriot-Watt University has awarded Honorary Degrees every year since gaining university status in 1966. Since awarding its first honorary doctorate in that year, the University has recognised more than 400 exceptional individuals in this way.

Individuals from many different walks of life have been awarded Honorary Degrees by Heriot-Watt University. These have included: world leaders and royal figures; eminent scientists, engineers and inventors, individuals who have made significant contributions in branches of business and industry; those who have distinguished themselves in many fields across the creative and performing arts and sport; and others, who in their individual ways, have made a significant contribution to the greater good of society, or to the life of the University.

This link provides access to information on the individuals who have received honorary degrees from Heriot-Watt since 1966.

Honorary Graduates of the University information.