Undergraduate study
Our undergraduate degrees are shaped by industry and designed to support your journey to success in the areas of business, science, technology, engineering, design and textiles – subjects that make a real impact on the world. By choosing to study at Heriot-Watt, you will become part of a global community working to address real world challenges. Together, we shape your future.
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 graduate employability, 84% of our graduates are in full-time employment or further study 15 months after graduation.
Study abroad with Go Global
Expand your horizons with our inter-campus transfer 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 be placed 256th in the world, 32nd in the UK and 5th in Scotland (QS World University Rankings, 2025).
Edinburgh - where learning thrives
Enjoy world-class education 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.
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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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