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Heriot-Watt University (Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh Heriot-Watt) is a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was established in 1821 as the School of Arts of Edinburgh, the world's first mechanics' institute, and subsequently granted university status by royal charter in 1966. It is the eighth oldest higher education institute in the UK. The name Heriot-Watt was taken from Scottish inventor James Watt and Scottish philanthropist and goldsmith George Heriot.
Known for its focus on science and engineering, it is one of the 39 old universities in the UK comprising the second cluster of elite universities after Oxbridge
In 1821 linen merchant Leonard Horner and clock maker Robert Bryson founded the Edinburgh School of Arts – the world’s first Mechanics Institute. With a remit to provide technical education for working class men, and ultimately also women, the School inspired a global movement to expand access to education. With subsequent additional funding from the George Heriot’s Trust and the James Watt subscription fund, the School became Heriot-Watt College in 1885 and became a University in 1966. The University continues to promote innovation in teaching and research in a global environment.
The University boasts multiple campuses, with three in Scotland, and one each in Malaysia and Dubai. Heriot-Watt won an award from the Scottish Council of Development and Industry because of its international focus and it also performs well in physical sciences, mathematics, business and management, engineering and the built environment. It won the 'International University of the Year' 2018 award from Times Higher Education.
95% of Heriot-Watt first degree graduates were in employment or further study within six months of graduating and it is the number 1 university in Scotland for the highest paid salaries (Times Higher Education).
Every year, nearly 4,500 students benefit from Plymouth’s work-based learning and placement opportunities. Plymouth’s growing global presence places it amongst the top universities for Transnational Education. It has won the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher Education three times.
The university’s high-quality interdisciplinary research caters to national, international and regional needs. It has received the European Commission HR Excellence in Research Award, for its commitment to the career development of its researchers. The university first received the award in 2011 and has retained it for a third time in 2017.
International Students
Guidance and support for international students is provided by Heriot-Watt University International Students Advice Office. They can help with practical advice such as setting up a UK bank account, driving in the UK, registering with the police for visa renewal, local travel arrangements, the details of embassies and consulates in Edinburgh and much more. The International Student Guide also provides useful information before departure.
The International Students Advice Office at Heriot-Watt also provides airport pickups at the start of each semester, followed by a series of welcome and orientation events.
On campus you’ll find one third of our 9,000 students are from countries outside the UK, bringing a real international flavour to our community. Along with our Scottish students, you will share your academic and social life with people from over 150 countries, giving you a great opportunity to learn about other cultures and build friendships that stretch across the globe.
Heriot-Watt graduates are offered some of the best starting salaries in the UK. In 2020, the university was placed at #35 in the UK (of 131 universities) for its campus placements. Companies like Cisco, Deloitte, KPMG, IBM were amongst the top recruiters and offered Heriot-Watt business graduates a starting salary between 30,000 to 70,000 GBP.
Location:
Edinburgh, Scotland
University address:
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland UK EH14 4AS
Entry requirements for Indian Students:
Undergraduate entry requirement:
For most majors, an overall score of 70% in Grade 12 is required, with at least 70% in the relevant subjects. Students taking the West Bengal State board examinations need to score at least 65% for admission consideration. Other specific requirements include:
Computer Science 65% in Grade 12 with 65% in Maths
Mathematics 70% in Grade 12 with 70% in Maths
Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics 75% in Grade 12 with 80% in Maths
Postgraduate entry requirement:
For the majority of master’s programmes, the university requires a first degree in a relevant subject, which usually means an overall score of 55% or above in the Indian context. Students with marginally lower grades (52 percent or higher) from the Universities of Delhi/ Mumbai/ Calcutta/ Madras/ Pune/ Bangalore/ Rajasthan can be accepted, depending on other considerations such as related job experience, references, and so on.
English Language Requirements
UG programs IELTS 6.0
Students require IELTS 6.0 overall* with 5.5 in each element or an acceptable equivalent (see below).
*Students for all actuarial mathematics and statistics programmes must have IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each element. Students for our interpreting and translating languages programmes must have IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each element.
PG programs IELTS 6.5
Students require IELTS 6.5 overall* with 6.0 in each element or an acceptable equivalent (see below).
*Students for the interpreting and translating languages programmes must have IELTS 7.0 with 6.5 in each element. Some of our postgraduate languages programmes also require additional interview and/or written testing; please refer to the relevant programme pages for further details.
Other programmes accept less than 6.5. Please see our programme pages for details.
Fee:
EU and International: £13,500-17,440
Accommodation:
Student accommodation is tailored to students' needs and priorities as well as providing space for you to meet and socialise.2,000 residential places available at Edinburgh campus with a range of room types and prices. Please note all of our accommodation is self-catered and single occupancy.
HWU has around 2,000 residential self-catering places for students, 450 of which are in our new student residence developments. All new students (UG freshmen) are guaranteed offer of accommodation, either on or off-campus, provided that they are full-time degree seeking students.
As an undergraduate enrolled at the Edinburgh campus, students will be living in a residence hall with other incoming first-year students or direct entrants into the second, third, or fourth year. All of the undergraduate residence halls are centrally situated near the Student Union, athletic fields, and academic buildings, helping students get the best out of their time
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