Go Global
You will be able to apply for accommodation when you receive your final approval for transfer – for more details you can check the FAQ's on AskHWU.
Please see our off-campus living page for guidance in finding alternative accommodation or short term accommodation in Edinburgh.
Please note we will open for semester 2 applications on the Monday 3 November 2025 and close on Monday 1 December 2025.
Applications for academic year 2026/2027 received after the deadline (20 July 2026) are not covered by the guarantee and offers will be made subject to availability.
| Semester | Application opening | Guarantee date | Contract length | Contract dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 (2025/2026) | 3 Nov 2025 | - | 22 weeks | 3 Jan 2026 - 06 Jun 2026 |
| Semester | Application opening | Guarantee date | Contract length | Contract dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full year | 2 Mar 2026 | 20 Jul 2026 | 40 weeks | 5 Sept 2026 - 12 Jun 2027 |
| 1 | 2 Mar 2026 | 20 Jul 2026 | 15 weeks | 05 Sept 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 |
| 2 | 2 Nov 2026 | 30 Nov 2026 | 22 weeks | 9 Jan 2027 - 12 Jun 2027 |
Additional information
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about our Edinburgh on-campus accommodation.
Related content
Off-campus living
Heriot-Watt's Edinburgh Campus Accommodation Office offers information, advice and guidance to help you find accommodation off campus that suits your needs.
Edinburgh Campus Open Days
Information about Heriot-Watt Open Days taking place in Edinburgh