Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Heriot-Watt University is a university in Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh, United Kingdom, ranked QS #QS World University Rankings 2027 (position 325 per topuniversities.com profile); 29th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2027.. 118 courses listed, scholarships available. Intakes: January and September.
Heriot-Watt University, founded in 1821, is a public university with its main UK campus in Edinburgh (Riccarton), plus Scottish Borders and Orkney campuses and campuses in Dubai and Malaysia. It has around 27,000 students from 154 countries and over 182,000 alumni. It is known for engineering, sciences and business, and its Chemical Engineering is ranked 2nd in the UK and 1st in Scotland (Guardian 2027); the university is 29th in the UK overall. Pre-sessional English is available. Bangladesh-specific entry rules (SSC/HSC grades, CGPA thresholds) are not published on the official pages; UnifinderAi will confirm the exact Bangladesh requirement with the university for your chosen course.
- Founded 1821; around 27,000 students from 154 countries
- Campuses in Edinburgh, Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia
- Chemical Engineering ranked 2nd in the UK and 1st in Scotland
- 29th in the UK, Guardian University Guide 2027
- BALEAP-accredited Pre-sessional English (PSE6, PSE10, PSE14) with 98% pass and progression
- International Merit Scholarship (over GBP500,000 pool for 2027 entry) for overseas-resident students
- Over 182,000 alumni in over 190 countries
Courses (118)
- MSc Artificial Intelligence — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Computer Science for Cyber Security — Postgraduate, 1 year
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- MSc Data Science — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc International Business Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Investment Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Petroleum Engineering — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Civil Engineering and Construction Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Business Strategy, Leadership and Change — Postgraduate, 1 year
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering) — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BSc (Hons) Mathematics — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- MA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BEng (Hons) Engineering — Undergraduate, 4 years
- MA (Hons) Business and Finance — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- MA (Hons) Professional Accountancy — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering — Undergraduate, 4 years
- MA (Hons) Finance — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BA (Hons) Design for Textiles (Fashion, Interior, Art) — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BA (Hons) Fashion — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BA (Hons) Fashion Branding and Promotion — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design — Undergraduate, 3-4 years
- MSc Computing (2 years) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Energy — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Marine Renewable Energy — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Biomedical Engineering — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Project Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Robotics — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Mathematics — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Actuarial Science — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Actuarial Management with Data Science — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences (2 years) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Applied Data Science — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Information Technology (Software Systems) — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Software Engineering — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Finance — Postgraduate, 1 year
Frequently asked questions
Where is Heriot-Watt University located?
Heriot-Watt University is in Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
What courses does Heriot-Watt University offer?
Heriot-Watt University lists 118 courses on UnifinderAi, such as MSc Artificial Intelligence, MSc Computer Science for Cyber Security, BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science and MSc Data Science. You can filter them by level, intake and fee.
What are the tuition fees at Heriot-Watt University?
Published fees at Heriot-Watt University: MSc Computational Data Science, full-time, international (annual, as listed on programme page) £24,496; MSc Investment Management, full-time, international (September 2027 intake) £22,528; Visiting/study-abroad undergraduate, two semesters (UK campuses) £19,000; Pre-sessional English PSE14 (14 weeks) £6,344. The exact annual fee depends on the course — check each course's page.
What English language score do I need for Heriot-Watt University?
The minimum is an IELTS overall score of 6. Accepted English tests include IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT and Cambridge English.
When are the intakes at Heriot-Watt University?
Heriot-Watt University runs intakes in January and September. The intake currently open for applications is January 2027, September 2027.
Does Heriot-Watt University offer scholarships?
Yes. For example: International Merit Scholarship (Varies by region (over GBP500,000 pool for 2027 entry); partial fee abatement for first year only).
How do I apply to Heriot-Watt University?
The steps are: 1. Apply only through UnifinderAi — our counsellors check your eligibility, shortlist the right Heriot-Watt University course and submit your application to the university for you (including the UCAS application for undergraduate courses) 2. Please do not apply directly to the university or through any other agent, portal or platform — duplicate applications can be delayed or withdrawn, and UnifinderAi can only support applications it submits 3. Upload your passport, SSC & HSC certificates and transcripts (plus Bachelor's certificate/transcript for Master's), IELTS/English proof, CV, Statement of Purpose and two references to your UnifinderAi dashboard 4. Receive your offer — UnifinderAi helps you meet any conditions and accept the offer 5. Prepare for the university's credibility / pre-CAS interview with UnifinderAi mock interviews 6. Pay the tuition fee deposit stated in your offer letter — only through the university's official payment method, as guided by UnifinderAi 7. Receive your CAS, then apply for the UK Student visa with UnifinderAi visa support (28-day bank statement, TB test at an approved IOM clinic in Bangladesh, IHS payment) 8. Arrange accommodation and flights, then travel to the UK and complete enrolment