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Heriot-Watt University

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Overview

Established in 1966, the Heriot-Watt University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Edinburgh (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Scotland. This institution also has branch campuses in Dubai, Putrajaya, Galashiels and Orkney. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Heriot-Watt University (HW) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Heriot-Watt University (HW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 59-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Heriot-Watt University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Heriot-Watt University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Heriot-Watt University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Heriot-Watt University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) Oilthigh Heriot-Watt
Acronym HW
Founded 1966 Origins date back to 1821 as the School of Arts of Edinbourgh
Motto
Colours
Mascot
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University Location

Address Edinburgh Campus Riccarton
Edinburgh
EH14 4AS Scotland
United Kingdom
Heriot-Watt University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Heriot-Watt University Phone Number (131) 449 5111
Heriot-Watt University Fax Number (131) 449 5153
Other locations Dubai, Putrajaya, Galashiels and Orkney

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Heriot-Watt University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Heriot-Watt University's academic range and degree level offering.



Heriot-Watt University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Heriot-Watt University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Heriot-Watt University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Heriot-Watt University.



Heriot-Watt University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Heriot-Watt University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Heriot-Watt University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Heriot-Watt University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Heriot-Watt University has more than 3600 international students.

Heriot-Watt University's Admission Office Admission Office



(131) 451 3376


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Heriot-Watt University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Heriot-Watt University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Heriot-Watt University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Heriot-Watt University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Heriot-Watt University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Heriot-Watt University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Heriot-Watt University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Heriot-Watt University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Heriot-Watt University's Library


Heriot-Watt University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Heriot-Watt University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Heriot-Watt University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Heriot-Watt University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Heriot-Watt University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Heriot-Watt University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Heriot-Watt University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Heriot-Watt University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Heriot-Watt University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of International Accountants (AIA)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Energy Institute (EI)
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • National Register of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind people, the (NRCPD)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • Royal Statistical Society (RSS)
  • Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Heriot-Watt University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Heriot-Watt University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • Universities UK


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Heriot-Watt University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Heriot-Watt University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Heriot-Watt University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Heriot-Watt University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Heriot-Watt University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Heriot-Watt University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Heriot-Watt University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Heriot-Watt University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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