Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh Living

A vibrant nightlife, eclectic food scene, designer retailers and plenty of green space – Edinburgh has it all. It’s a safe and friendly city and a great place to be a student.

Edinburgh is 1st in the UK for culture (Time Out 2023) and the 2nd most student-friendly city in the UK (QS Best Student Cities 2024). It is home to the world’s largest arts festivals, like the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Edinburgh International Festival, as well as lots of free museums and art galleries.

If you need some time out, you can wander through the Meadows, climb Arthur’s Seat or head to the beach – Edinburgh is really near the coast and has its own beach just a short bus ride from the city centre.

Shape Your Future in Edinburgh with Heriot-Watt University

Living on our beautiful Edinburgh campus is a great way to meet others from all over the world and make lifelong friends. Our student accommodation is conveniently located within easy reach of the teaching buildings, sports facilities, catering venues and the Student Union.

We have 2,000 residential places available at our Edinburgh campus with a range of room types and prices. Please note all of our accommodation is self-catered and single occupancy.

You will have your own study bedroom, the majority of which have en-suite bathrooms, and access to broadband and laundry facilities. We have a friendly Residences Life team who are there to help you settle in and sort out any problems you might encounter during your time living on campus. There is also 24-hour SafeGuarding on campus to assist with any issues that may arise.