Frequently asked questions
Heriot-Watt specialises in business, science, technology, engineering, and design, with career-focused degrees that allow its graduates to make a real impact on the world and society. Ranked in the UK top 25 for Graduate Prospects (4th in Scotland), the university has strong links to industry and an award-winning Careers Service who provide lifelong support to students. As a global research-led university, Heriot-Watt has five campuses located in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia. Students are encouraged to join the wide range of events, clubs, and societies to feel part of this global community.
Many Heriot-Watt graduates take up leading roles around the world, delivering a positive influence on communities and affecting change. Heriot-Watt produces the highest percentage of CEO and Managing Director roles in Scotland too (Novuna, 2025), with graduates securing professional roles in organisations ranging from large global multinationals to small or medium enterprises. Studying at Heriot-Watt also opens opportunities for entrepreneurial graduates to start their own business. The university has a distinguished history in enterprise and entrepreneurship with a range of academic programmes and key links with industry.
The university offers guaranteed accommodation to students in their first year who live outside Edinburgh and apply by the deadline. There are over 2,000 modern single occupancy rooms on campus, with WiFi and energy bills included. Undergraduate students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland are eligible for free accommodation for the first semester to help with the costs of starting university.