Heriot-Watt University: Courses, Fees, Ranks & Admission Details | iSchoolConnect

Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh, Edinburgh

GBR

iSC Global Rank:

801

School:

All

About

Established in 1821, Heriot-Watt University is an internationally recognized public research institution in the UK. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research courses in multiple disciplines and is globally ranked for its Civil Engineering, Oceanography, and Mathematics programs.

Heriot-Watt University is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK, with its main campus situated in South West Edinburgh, Scotland. Its Scottish Borders Campus in Galashiels is home to the university's School of Textile and Design. Heriot-Watt's Dubai Campus was the first British university to be set up in Dubai International Academic City. £35 million were invested in the Malaysian campus of Heriot-Watt University. Finally, the Heriot-Watt's Campus in Stromness, Orkney, is home to the International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT), a specialist arm of the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society.

Heriot-Watt attracts brilliant minds from all over the world and is valued for its pioneering academic excellence and research. The institution’s notable alumni include former premiers of British Columbia - Gordon Campbell and Ujjal Dosanjh, the Vancouver Canucks NHL team owner, Francesco Aquilini, Prime Minister of Lesotho, Robert Turner, humanitarian and cancer research activist Terry Fox, and Pakalitha Mosisili, director at the Max Planck Institute. 

Ranking & Accolades

801   -  900

iSC Global

Regional

54 - 60

iSC Regional

U.S. News

725

U.S. News

QS

281

QS

Times

501 - 600

Times

    1. Heriot-Watt University ranks between “#351-400” in “World University Rankings 2022” by “Times Higher Education.”
    2. Heriot-Watt University ranks “#301” in “QS World University Rankings.”
    3. It is ranked “#508” in “Best Global Universities” by “U.S. News & World Report.

Admission

Here's what Heriot-Watt University looks for in a student during the selection process. Learn about Heriot-Watt University admission criteria, rate, and requirements below.

Acceptance Rate-

Undergraduate

Application Fee

-

Minimum GPA

-

SAT Range

-

ACT Range

-

IELTS Range

6

TOEFL Range

78 (iBT)

PTE Range

54

Graduate

Application Fee

-

Minimum GPA

-

GRE Range

-

GMAT Range

-

IELTS Range

6.5

TOEFL Range

90 (iBT)

PTE Range

60

Courses

Discipline:

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Degree:

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Accountancy

Masters

Degree

1 year

Tenure

16,728 GBP

Tuition Fee

Accountancy

Masters

Degree

-

Tenure

-

Tuition Fee

Accountancy

Masters

Degree

-

Tenure

-

Tuition Fee

Accountancy and Finance

Masters

Degree

4 years

Tenure

15,384 GBP

Tuition Fee

Fees

The cost is an important aspect of choosing your dream college. Get detailed information about Heriot-Watt University’s tuition fees, living expenses and financial aid opportunities below. 

Note: All the costs mentioned below are average costs annually

Undergraduate

Tuition Fee

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Cost of Attendance

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Scholarships

-

Accomodation

-

Graduate

Tuition Fee

-

Cost of Attendance

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Scholarships

-

Accomodation

-

Highlights

Find miscellaneous information about students, campus and faculty of Heriot-Watt University below.

Total Students

9733

International Students

37%

Student Gender Distribution

Male

Male

60%

Female

Female

40%

Student Faculty Ratio

Students

17

:

Faculty

8

Graduation Rate

-

Avg. Earning after Graduation (annually)

-

Accomodation for Undergrad

Available (On-Campus)

Accomodation for Grad

Available (On-Campus)

Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education

Approved

Additional Info

The Student Union at Heriot-Watt University has represented students locally and nationally since it was founded in 1966; and is a member of both the Edinburgh Students' Forum and the National Union of Students (NUS)

Application Process

Online

International Email

studywithus@hw.ac.uk

International Phone

+44 1314495111

Website

https://www.hw.ac.uk/

Location

Frequently Asked Questions

Most asked questions related to the university

Can I get a scholarship at Heriot-Watt University if I am applying for an undergraduate course?

Applicants may be eligible to apply for an undergraduate scholarship after being accepted into the university. We recommend visiting Heriot-Watt’s official website for more information.

Can I change courses at Heriot-Watt University?

Students are allowed to change their course in the first three weeks of the semester given that the course they wish to pursue is available and they fulfill all its prerequisites.

Is Heriot-Watt University good in athletics?

Yes. The Sports Union at Heriot-Watt University is responsible for over 30 sports clubs!

Does Heriot-Watt University have distance learning programs?

Yes. Heriot-Watt University offers distance learning programs to students from around the world through 53 approved learning partners.

Will I find a job at the end of my program?
Heriot-Watt is firmly focused on delivering a first-class educational experience that equips students for a successful career ahead. The degrees are niche-focused and relevant to the needs of business and industry, which is why employers actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates.
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