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Heriot Watt University

Edinburgh, UK

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Tuition / year
£19,456 – £28,056
Programs
20
Levels
Bachelor's · Master's
IELTS from
6.5

In short

Heriot Watt University (Edinburgh, UK) has 20 programs on iAdmission — 9 bachelor's and 11 master's. Listed tuition is £19,456 – £28,056 a year. English requirements start at IELTS 6.5.

Data checked: May 2026. Fees are indicative; the offer letter is final.

Programs (20)

All 20 programs

Programs by subject

  • Engineering and Built Environment6
  • Business and Management5
  • Computer Science and IT3
  • Health and Life Sciences2
  • Creative Arts and Media2

Costs

Tuition per year
£19,456 – £28,056

From 20 listed programs; confirm on your offer letter.

Living costs in UK
GBP 10,000-15,000 / year

Rent, food, transport and insurance; capital cities cost more.

Rankings

  • Webometrics: #513
  • QS World: #256
  • THE World: #351–#400
  • Complete University Guide: #42

As published by each ranking body (national rankings are labelled as such). Check the latest edition before relying on them.

Scholarships to ask about

  • Postgrad Solutions Bursary
  • Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence
  • Alumni Discount Scheme
  • International Merit Scholarship

Eligibility and amounts change each intake; a counsellor confirms what you qualify for.

Questions students ask

How much does Heriot Watt University cost per year?

Listed tuition for international students is £19,456 – £28,056 a year across 20 programs. Plan about GBP 10,000-15,000 a year for living costs in UK. The offer letter and invoice confirm the final amount.

What IELTS score do I need for Heriot Watt University?

Programs listed here ask for IELTS 6.5 overall; other tests (TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo) may be accepted. Check the program page for its exact requirement.

How do I apply to Heriot Watt University with iAdmission?

Choose a program, tell us where you studied last, and upload your documents. A counsellor checks them before anything is submitted to the university. Counselling is free.

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Official website: hw.ac.uk

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