Boost your career with a January 2027 start
Boost your employability by choosing Heriot-Watt for your postgraduate degree. Our academic staff are leaders in STEM, business and design. We support ambitious students with a variety of scholarships and bursaries that you do not need to repay. We are home to Scotland’s largest one-day Careers Fair and support your career with our industry connections and tailored advice.
In addition to our September intake, we offer a number of postgraduate programmes with entry available in January 2027.
Why choose Heriot-Watt?
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We produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in Scotland (Novuna Business Cash Flow, 2025).
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Students ranked us top in Scotland (Uni Compare 2027).
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We are 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for positive graduate outcomes (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).
Meet our students
The skills and knowledge I gained during my masters were instrumental in securing my role. One of the greatest benefits of a postgraduate programme is the access it provides to experts in your field. Take every opportunity you can to engage with them, seek out volunteer or research experiences and build the career you aspire to have.
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Fees and funding
Find out how we can enhance your university experience and support you while you study.
Postgraduate scholarships
We provide postgraduate students with a variety of scholarships to help you achieve your highest academic potential.
Virtual guided tour
Immerse yourself in the facilities and teaching spaces at our Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney Campuses.
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