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.
Why Heriot-Watt?
Boost your employability
We're ranked 1st in Scotland for graduate outcomes 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.
Funding and Scholarships
At Heriot-Watt, we support ambitious students with a variety of scholarships and bursaries. Find out how we can help enhance your educational experience and support you while you study.
Your wellbeing
We're here to connect you with the right support and services during your studies. Find out what is available to you on our green, serene campus.
Climate 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 problems.
The planet
Imagine the answer: Combine fundamental and applied research with innovative technology to develop practiceal solutions to major global challenges. Find out more about The Lyell Centre – a global research institute for Earth and marine sciences.
Shape the future of business
Hear from our leading researchers and current students about how we are addressing real world problems, such as the emerging sustainability crisis. Learn more about how we offer students the opportunity to work with industry experts to gain real-world experience and help them tailor their degrees for their future careers.
The careers service helped me refine my CV, explore career paths, and gave me the opportunity to work part-time as a student helper. I learned how to navigate my own career, assist other students, and help with major employability events like the university’s career fair.
