Postgraduate degrees that inspire change
The world is at a crossroads, with the planet and its species facing a range of existential challenges. At Heriot-Watt, we believe a better future is possible - one that relies on human ingenuity. We need your help – to unlock your ideas and nurture your potential, to help tackle these problems and achieve the unimaginable.
The Island Scholarship
Get up to 100% off your tuition fee to study marine science, renewable energy, and sustainable industries in Orkney. Register your interest today.
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Boost your employability
We’re ranked 1st in Scotland for postgraduate employability two years in a row (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024) and produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in Scotland (Novuna 2025) thanks to our programmes led by industry experts and the award-winning Careers Service.
Your postgraduate study environment
At Heriot-Watt, we are proud to boast five global campuses with facilities that support your studies as well as provide a safe and secure campus environment to make the most out of your postgraduate journey. We guarantee an offer of accommodation to all new students for a full academic year starting from September.
Shortlisted for University of the Year
Our University has been shortlisted in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Awards - the only Scottish university to make the list. This reflects Heriot-Watt’s pioneering research and commitment to shaping the future.
Applications now open for January 2026 entry
Find out moreClimate change and Net Zero
Inspire change
The planet is in crisis, time is running out. We need innovative, practical solutions that combine groundbreaking research and industry expertise to deliver tangible impact.
Find out more about iNetZ+ – a global research institute focused on achieving Net Zero and beyond.
Robotics and automated future
Shape the future
Technology is driving the future. Harnessing the potential of pioneering science, develop tech-driven solutions to real-world problems.
Find out more about The National Robotarium – a global research institute for robotics and artificial intelligence.
Quality of life
Push the possibilities
Put patients at the heart of every piece of work and advance research while collaborating with industry to deliver impactful solutions into health and social care settings.
Find out more about Health and Care Technologies – a global research institute dedicated to solving health challenges.
The planet
Imagine the answer
Combine fundamental and applied research with innovative technology to develop practical solutions to major global challenges.
Find out more about The Lyell Centre – a global research institute for Earth and marine sciences.
Shaping the future of business
Financial Times award for climate research
Climate change research led by Dr Patrycja Klusak at Heriot-Watt Edinburgh Business School has won a major award from the Financial Times.
Heriot-Watt is top in Scotland for CEOs and Managing Directors
Novuna Business Cash Flow analysis of over 120 UK universities and more than 10 million alumni ranks Heriot-Watt 1st in Scotland for top business roles.
Heriot-Watt economists contribute to landmark energy industry publication
A prestigious energy industry publication, often referred to as the bible of energy statistics, is published with expert input from economists at Heriot-Watt.
Major leadership role in Latin America for Heriot-Watt economist
Dr Claudia Aravena at Heriot-Watt Edinburgh Business School, who specialises in how to manage the world’s resources sustainability, to lead the Latin American Association of Environmental and Resource Economists.
Postgraduate scholarships
Postgraduate study is an investment into your future. We award ambitious students with merit-based, subject-specific and other scholarships each year.
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Heriot-Watt is firmly focused on delivering a first class educational experience that equips you for life and career.