Clearing information for International Students
Key dates for 2026
- 13 August – Our Clearing phone line opens for 7 days
- 29 August – Deadline for international applicants to apply via Clearing
Join a global community
Heriot-Watt University is a global institution. We have an international reputation, five global campuses, and a global community with over 27,000 students and alumni network of over 173,000.
Where is Heriot-Watt?
Our campus is six miles from Edinburgh city centre and buses take just 30 minutes, stopping outside our main entrance. It's easy to get to the city and there is a night bus service, so you have a safe route home if you're out late. Buses are free too – students under 22 can apply to the free bus travel scheme that covers all of Scotland.
Edinburgh is a very well-connected city so you can travel by plane, direct train or coach to most UK cities. Use our travel page to plan your journey.
Could Heriot-Watt be the place for you?
Explore Heriot-Watt through a virtual tour of our campuses.
3 Year honours degree option
Scottish degrees usually last four years, offering broader study, more electives, and opportunities for work experience or study abroad.
A three-year degree reduces costs and lets you graduate and enter the job market at the same time as students elsewhere in the UK. You’ll still enjoy full first-year benefits at Heriot-Watt, including Welcome Week, Freshers’ events, and a Personal Tutor.
Entry to the three-year honours degree depends on meeting requirements; if not, you’ll automatically be considered for first-year or foundation entry.
Study at our Global campuses
We are one of Scotland’s most international universities, with around a third of our students coming from outside the UK. With campuses in Dubai and Malaysia, you have the option to study your degree there for a semester, a year, or longer. This offers you the full benefits of being a Heriot-Watt student, including our high standards of teaching and dedicated student support services. Find out more about Go Global.
Reasons to choose Heriot-Watt University
1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for positive graduate outcomes (Graduate Outcomes, 2024)
You’ll also have lifelong access to our award winning careers service.
Top 2 best city for students (QS Best Cities, 2026)
A vibrant nightlife, eclectic food scene, designer retailers, beaches, mountains and plenty of green space – Edinburgh has it all.
Guaranteed accommodation
Stay on campus in modern and comfortable student rooms – all bills included.
A safe and green campus
Study and live on 380 acres of parkland campus all within walking distance of teaching buildings, sports facilities and our Student Union.
Information for International students
Chat to a student
Got a question about a course or student life at Heriot-Watt University? Send a message to one of our friendly student ambassadors.
Virtual tour
Take a virtual tour of our Edinburgh or Scottish Borders Campuses.
Foundation programme
An alternative and supportive route into our undergraduate programmes. Study a one-year foundation programme and gain direct entry into second year of your chosen undergraduate degree.