Study Undergraduate at Heriot-Watt University
Ranked 1st in Scotland by students, (Uni Compare, 2027) our career-driven undergraduate degrees are shaped by industry and designed to support your journey to success.
Study programmes in business, science, technology, engineering, design, fashion and textiles, with plenty of opportunities for industry experience and career development. Our graduates are highly sought after by top global employers as they build successful careers in industries including finance, healthcare, construction and product design. We also produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in Scotland (Novuna, 2025).
1st in Scotland
Students ranked us top in Scotland for 2027 with Uni Compare.
Why Heriot-Watt?
Graduate employment
As a career-focused university, we prepare undergraduate students for employment after study. 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for positive graduate outcomes, 84% of our graduates are in full-time employment or further study 15 months after graduation. (Graduate Outcomes, 2024).
Study abroad with Go Global
Expand your horizons with our student mobility programme that lets you study in our Dubai or Malaysia campuses for a semester, a year or longer.
Top Rankings
Committed to teaching quality, student experience, research quality and graduate prospects, we are proud to have been runner-up Scottish University of the Year (The Sunday Times Good University, 2026).
Edinburgh - where learning thrives
Enjoy student life in a world-class city. Edinburgh offers undergraduate students a great place to live, study and explore, with a rich cultural and social scene that attracts students from all over the world.
Open Days 2026
Tour our campuses in Edinburgh and Scottish Borders, and get to know our staff and students. Start here, go anywhere.
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3 Year honours degree
We offer flexible options for your studies, including completing an undergraduate honours degree in three years instead of four. Joining us in year two means you can enter the job market at the same time as if you studied in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, all while enjoying the same perks as those joining us in first year.
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Students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland
If you're living in the UK outside of Scotland, find out why Heriot-Watt could be the place for you.
Living in Edinburgh
Scotland's capital is within easy reach of campus and a great place to live and study. Find out more about what Edinburgh is like for students.
Campus accommodation
First year students are guaranteed accommodation. We have over 2,000 rooms on campus that are within walking distance of teaching buildings, the Student Union and gym.
Health and Wellbeing
We're here to connect you with the right support and services during your studies. Find out what is available to you.
Design and Textile Subjects
Learn more about studying design or textiles at our Scottish Borders Campus in Galashiels.
Clubs and activities
We have over 60 societies and 30 sports clubs. Learn more and find out what matches your interests.
International students
Access advice and support from our dedicated teams on applying and adjusting to living in the UK.
Fees and funding
Find out about our tuition fees, scholarships and other financial support available while you study.
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