Heriot-Watt University

Shape your future in Edinburgh with Heriot-Watt University

We are known for our world-leading programmes and research excellence in Business, Science, Technology, Engineering and Design - subjects that we feel make a real impact on the world and society.

We’re Scotland’s most international university, collaborating with global business and industry to tackle the major challenges faced by the world we live in. Our graduates are highly sought after by the best organisations worldwide, as we produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in the country (Novuna, 2023).

Study at our 380-acre parkland campus in Edinburgh, a top 2 city in UK for students (QS Best Student Cities 2025), and join a community of over 27,000 students and an alumni network of over 166,000 members in the Watt Club – the oldest alumni association in the UK.