Complete your honours degree in three years
Fasttrack your studies through our 3 year honours degrees. Students eligible for a year 2 entry can take advantage of our direct entry option and complete their Scottish 4 year honours degree in just 3 years.
Why study a 3 year honours?
Degrees in Scotland typically take four years and include a broader range of study, allowing you to choose more elective modules, take time to gain work experience and study abroad. Advantages of completing your degree in three years include lower overall cost (one less year of tuition fees and accommodation funding) and you get to enter the job market at the same time as if you studied in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. Plus, you get to enjoy all of the same perks as those joining Heriot-Watt in first year, including Welcome Week and Freshers events, and introduction to your Personal Tutor.
How to Apply?
To apply for a 3 year honours degree, simply access our application portal and submit your documents, you will be automatically considered for the 3 year honours degree if you are eligible. Don’t worry if you think your qualifications might not gain you entry into year two as we will automatically consider you for first or foundation level entry. For entry requirements and further information, please see our individual programme pages on our website or contact us at dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk.
Apply NowFrequently asked questions
What is the 3 year honours degree option?
The 3 year honours degree option, sometimes referred to as advanced or direct entry, refers to degrees which may be able to accept students in second year of the degree programme. This means you would complete the typical Bachelor Honours degree in three years instead of four.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
To check if you are eligible, refer to the entry requirements set out in your chosen programme’s page on our website. Should you not meet the requirements, we would automatically consider you for first year and foundation entry levels.
Will I miss out on anything?
As a new student to Heriot-Watt, no matter which entry level you join us at, you will be entitled to all of the same activities, events and benefits as student starting in first year of a degree programme.
What support will I receive?
You will have access to academic support from your Personal Tutor and a tailored orientation for entrants into year two to help you settle into your chosen degree programme.