Study at Heriot-Watt University
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1st in Scotland
Students ranked us top in Scotland for 2027 with Uni Compare.
Scottish University of the Year 2026
We placed runner up for Scottish University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.
Shaping Futures
A Campaign for Global Impact
Student designs tartan marking 250 years
A Heriot-Watt student has won an historic competition to design a commemorative tartan to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.
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86.8% of our research is ranked world-leading and internationally excellent.
(Research Excellence Framework 2021)
Connected for global impact
Bringing together research disciplines, partners and citizens to solve complex global challenges, through our world-leading research and global research institutes.
Research excellence that shapes the world
Pioneering breakthroughs that drive social progress and strengthen economies worldwide.
Where ideas become impact
Turning research into real-world change through enterprise, partnerships and innovation.
We're first in Scotland for graduate outcomes, producing the highest percentage of CEO and Managing Director roles.
(Graduate Outcomes, 2024 and Novuna Business Cash Flow, 2025)
Our campuses
Our campuses in Edinburgh, Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia offer bespoke facilities and a distinctive learning environment.
Edinburgh
Set in 380 acres of beautiful parkland, opt to study at our Edinburgh Campus and you’ll find a wide variety of programmes and specialist facilities designed to help you reach your full potential.
Orkney
Heriot-Watt Orkney is one of the UK’s most stunning and unique university locations. For over 25 years the campus has supported a broad range of research, teaching and consultancy activities.
Scottish Borders
A countryside location, situated at the heart of Scotland's textile industry, Heriot-Watt's Scottish Borders campus provides access to specialist facilities and production equipment for textiles, fashion and design.
Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai offers an extensive range of research-informed degree programmes in a global study environment, with strong links to business and industry.
Malaysia
Heriot-Watt Malaysia University offers high quality British education with a range of courses and global study opportunities at our modern campus in Putrajaya.
Heriot-Watt Online
Heriot-Watt University offers a unique online learning experience that enables you to study flexibly online. Our programmes are designed for you to study at your own pace, providing flexibility around you and your lifestyle and commitments.
Personalised virtual tour
Immerse yourself in the facilities and teaching spaces at our Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney Campuses
Start your tourOur Sports
Our Edinburgh campus is home to Oriam, Scotland’s National Sports Performance Centre, with discount memberships available. Discover sports programmes at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
Sport at Heriot-WattShaping the future of Sustainability
We use our global reach and innovation in teaching, research and enterprise to make a significant impact towards becoming more sustainable as an institution and global community.
Sustainability progressEdinburgh Business School
Edinburgh Business School is a mission-led, global hub of business knowledge and research.
Study with EBSWhy Heriot -Watt?
One of the most progressive and international institutions based in Scotland, you will have the opportunity to thrive, both personally and academically during your time with us.
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