Heriot-Watt is a specialist university focused on science, technology, engineering, and business. It ranks among the UK's top 20 for graduate employability and holds strong ties to the energy, finance, and engineering sectors. Campuses in Edinburgh, Dubai, and Malaysia give students genuine global study options.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Top 40 (Complete University Guide 2025)
Top 20 in the UK (Times Higher Education)
Top 601–800 (QS World University Rankings 2025)
AACSB, AMBA & EQUIS triple-accredited Business School
Top 10 UK for Petroleum Engineering (QS 2025)
MSc International Business Management
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
BEng Mechanical Engineering
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 79
MSc Data Science
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MSc Finance
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
BSc Computer Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 79
MSc Oil and Gas Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
Triple-accredited Business School — one of fewer than 100 globally holding AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.
Energy sector specialism — longstanding research and industry ties to North Sea oil, gas, and renewables.
Three-campus global network — study in Edinburgh, Dubai, or Malaysia on the same degree programme.
Founded in 1821 — the UK's first mechanics institute, with a strong applied-learning tradition.
Engineering graduates regularly enter BP, Shell, Wood Group, and Subsea 7 within six months of graduation.
Business School alumni work in investment banking, consulting, and fintech across London, Dubai, and Singapore.
MSc Data Science graduates pursue roles in AI, analytics, and tech firms including Scottish-based fintechs.
Over 90% of Heriot-Watt graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating.
Undergrad
31st July 2025
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
N/A
Postgrad
Rolling
The Edinburgh campus sits at Riccarton, a self-contained 380-acre site 6 miles from the city centre. It has its own shops, sports facilities, and student accommodation on campus.
Edinburgh is Scotland's capital, home to a major finance and tech sector and roughly 50,000 students. Rent is lower than London, and the city is compact enough to navigate without a car.
Unconditional university offer letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
Valid CAS number from Heriot-Watt
Valid passport (6+ months remaining)
IELTS or approved English test results
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
