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Heriot-Watt Online

Earn while you learn. Online programmes designed to enhance your career.

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Our online programmes are running as normal during the COVID-19 pandemic except for some changes to exams and assessments.

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Why choose Heriot-Watt?

A pioneer of online learning to professionals for over 20 years, we offer a wide range of specialist programmes.

Top 10

We are ranked in the top 10 universities in the UK and 1st in Scotland for research impact.

Research Excellence Framework 2014

Why Heriot-Watt Online

A pioneer of online learning to professionals for over 20 years, we offer a wide range of specialist programmes.

How online learning works

Find out more about the Virtual Learning Environment and the support available to online students.

Fees and funding

Find out more about the financial support available, the cost of fees and payment methods.

MBA module bursary

Studying our MBA? Find out about our Skills Scotland Scholarship for selected modules until 31 July.
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Webinars and virtual events

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Register to take part in one of our webinars and virtual events, or find out more about studying with us.

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Join our online community

As a Heriot-Watt Online student you’re able to work at your own pace and choose when and where you study.

Global

There are over 8,000 students from 135 countries studying our online programmes.

Application process

Find out how to apply for our programmes

Meet our students

See what our students say about their online experience

FAQs

We answer the most popular questions about studying online.

Information for employers

Find out more about how Heriot-Watt online can benefit your organisation.