Showcase

Degree Show 2026

Experience the Degree Show 2026 at Heriot-Watt University, where our talented undergraduate and postgraduate students, across our fashion, textiles, and design programmes, have embraced the versatility of design to challenge conventions, drive innovation, and address global challenges with sustainable solutions.

Join us at the Scottish Borders Campus to celebrate the achievements of this year's graduating designers, as they present their final projects that reflect a commitment to both creativity and responsibility - exploring new materials, technologies and design practises that will shape the future.

Saturday 23 - Saturday 30 May

(Closed Sunday)

10am - 5pm

Free entry

Community Day

Discover the Degree Show and collaborate with the wider community in a unique disparse collage workshop, hosted by the school's talented technicians. Create your own patchwork piece that will be displayed in a large wall hanging, inspired by Bernat Klein. Bring friends and family, as this workshop is open to all ages (please note, children must be supervised).

Friday 29 May

Drop in from 12pm - 4pm

Free entry

Global Connectivity

In a truly global celebration, the Degree Show 2026 will connect our campuses in Scotland and Dubai through an interactive online portal, allowing you to explore and experience the talent and innovation of our students from both regions. This interconnected event highlights the importance of cross-cultural exchange and global collaboration in the design world.

Dubai

Since its establishment, Heriot-Watt's Dubai campus has been a hub for cutting-edge design education. This year’s showcase marks another significant milestone in its growing creative community, as the school presents an immersive, virtual Degree Show - showcasing their talented graduates across the Communication and Design, and Creative Environments programmes.