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Heriot Watt University Rankings 2025

Map Pin IconEdinburgh, Scotland, UK
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US News & World Report Ranking 2024

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The Guardian Ranking 2025

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University
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458566
Accounting and Finance
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335957
Business and Management
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8510477
Chemical Engineering
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121511
Civil Engineering
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142023
Economics9149
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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211617
Mechanical Engineering
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454545
Physics181817
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The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025

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UK University
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344440
Accounting and Finance
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232322
Art and Design626966
Biological Sciences554950
Business and Management Studies UK
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304136
Chemical Engineering
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121615
Civil Engineering
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182222
Computer Science
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273342
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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283934
Mechanical Engineering
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273028
Physics and Astronomy293229
Psychology726261
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QS Ranking 2025

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281235256
Accounting and Finance
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251251– / –
Architecture and Built Environment– / –101– / –
Biological Sciences451501– / –
Engineering and Technology
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260258– / –
Mathematics201151– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering201251– / –
Physics and Astronomy301301– / –
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THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024

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501501351
Arts and Humanities201176151
Engineering
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Life Sciences301301401
PG Business and Economics
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PG Computer Science
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Psychology– / –– / –301
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Course Ranking

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B.A.

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The Complete University Guide - Art and Design626966
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B.E. / B.Tech

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The Guardian - Civil Engineering
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142023
The Guardian - Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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211617
The Guardian - Mechanical Engineering
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454545
The Complete University Guide - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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283934
The Complete University Guide - Mechanical Engineering
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273028
The Complete University Guide - Chemical Engineering
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121615
The Complete University Guide - Civil Engineering
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The Complete University Guide - Computer Science
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B.Sc.

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The Complete University Guide - Biological Sciences554950
The Complete University Guide - Psychology726261
The Complete University Guide - Physics and Astronomy293229
The Guardian - Physics181817
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
  • Fun loving
Student Views
  • 60% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships4
Part time work4.3
Post study jobs4
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life5
Value for money4
Public transportation4.3
Safety5
Indian Food4.3
Permanent Immigration4
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Vaishnav Vijayakumar Sasikala Verified Icon
MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying - Batch of 2023
4.5
Heriot-Watt university where safety, peace and future lies ahead
Tips: First of all life and the thought process change after coming to a different country. Britain is a place where most people are open-minded hence coming from a religious background makes us think as normal human beings. I got a scholarship of 1500 pounds from my university for an interview that they conducted before providing CAS. University life was so good that never made me regret it during my entire course. United Kingdom is a place where nature is touched with development so the feel while living in Edinburgh is perfect. The course and the study structure are so good that enable us to get a deep understanding of the course as well as prepares us for the current engineering situation.
Likes (Student Life): I study at Heriot-Watt University at Edinburgh, the university is situated towards the countryside which has a nice view. This provides the peaceful experience that I and other students have at the university. Each day we would go to the university for our daily classes and is most enjoyable when we are friends with the professor. Our university conducts different events. The most fun is the beer festival which of course is one good experience. Participation in the events depends on our classes and the timing of the events. There are different student clubs that are active all throughout the year.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are wide variety of jobs here in UK which can obviously be found in the largest job-serving platform called "indeed". No matter what the job is the candidate must go through the interview process. The hiring people look into the candidate's capability of doing the work and the ability to adapt to their environment. The minimum wage in UK is 10.42 pounds so usually the starting salary range is around 21000 pounds. As we all know each job has its own value and the pay of the job lies in parallel to the nature of the work done. One thing I like to point out is about visa sponsorship, many companies offer work visa sponsorship and the number of companies that offer Tier-2 work visas is growing day by day. All the details of it can be found on the official website of UK Visa and Immigration. The chance of getting an offer for visa sponsorship depends on the candidate's performance in the company.
Reviewed on 10 May 2023Read more
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MSc in Construction Project Management - Batch of 2023
4.2
One of the best experience
Tips: There are scholarships provided at the start of the admission. You need to ask about those. The university is very particular about the assignments. Lots of skills are polished. Personality is developed overall. The country and university are really safe for students.
Likes (Student Life): There are lots of activities present in the student union. The library has an immense collection of books. The student union weekly has some other activities for students to keep them engaged. Games night, movies are also planned to make you feel less homesick.
Dislikes (Internships): The university helps in the preparation of CV and cover letter for applications. It helps you in interview preparation. They do not give interview opportunities. There are no on-campus placement options. The student has to take their own efforts to grab any internship.
Reviewed on 9 May 2023Read more
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Bachelor of Business Administration, BBA - Batch of 2015
4.4
Helpful teachers at Heriot Watt University.
Tips: Students can expect a great time studying here. The campus is amazing, classrooms are upbeat and equipped with modern technology. Faculty is up to the mark. Just hunt out for cheaper accommodation if you can near the campus to save on traveling cost.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The teachers are great here. Very helpful when it comes to taking special classes and attending student queries. They have a great sync-up with students and encourage doubts even after classes. Every professor is highly acclaimed and qualified to deliver great learning.
Dislikes (Value for money): The university is quite expensive when it comes to transportation and living. I am living with my relatives but still due to lack of time for pursuing part time opportunities, the cost goes way higher for students with a tight monthly budget. Fee is high as well.
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KRANTHI KUMAR SHOLINGAPURAM Verified Icon
BSc (Hons) Data Sciences - Batch of 2023
4.3
Best campus experience. Good opportunities at HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY.
Tips: With the number of international students here, it's a very easy transition just the weather is a little cold so be prepared for that. Other than that, feel right at home! Scholarships are available if you apply for them early on in the process. Overall, quite happy with my choice of course and the HERIOT WATT University is a beautiful place to live, would definitely consider studying here. Likes;- The university has a job board through which students can apply for part-time jobs and internships. However, they should also check LinkedIn regularly for any new openings. Often, professors and university staff post vacancies on LinkedIn as well as emails, so keep a tab on your emails as well. Dislikes;-Hostel may improve the taste of food.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2023Read more
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MSc Business Strategy, Leadership and Change - Batch of 2023
4.9
This university is worth for money and a respectable one in Edinburgh.
Tips: Do research about your course details correctly before selecting one, go through the entire website for courses, accommodation and the living culture. Talk to the seniors if have chance to contact them. Join groups in social media to find the information.
Likes (Safety): High safety rules and always monitored in the city and inside university. Good ethical safety culture maintained in the university. No need to worry on getting lost inside university as you can find security officials everywhere who can guide you.
Dislikes (Indian Food): If you can self cook, then you have no issues, if not then getting native food is expensive. You can still get ready to eat food inside university but not in large volume. If you have good baggage weight then pack good amount of packed foods from India itself.
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What is the employment rate at Heriot Watt University?

Answered 7 months ago

According to the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023, Heriot Watt University had a graduation rate of 84.2% where the students have either been employed or have chosen further studies within six months of their graduation. Some of the placement highlights at the university during 2022 are given as follows

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Tasneem Hoda

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Is Heriot Watt University hard to get into?

Answered 7 months ago

Heriot Watt University has an overall acceptance rate of around 80% which makes it somewhat selective for admissions of international students. Some of the general requirements to receive admission at the university are given as follows:

  • UCAS personal Statement 
  • Letter of Recommendations
  • Average GPA re

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Tasneem Hoda

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How valuable is MSc Finance from Heriot Watt University?

Answered 10 months ago

Heriot Watt University offers the MSc in Finance course for international students every year. Some of the features of the programme are given as follows:

  • The course has a duration of 1 year and is offered in the full-time or part-time modes for students. It mainly focuses on the principles and techn

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Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

Which is better; University of Strathclyde or Heriot Watt University?

Answered 11 months ago

The comparative QS rankings of University of Strathclyde and Heriot Watt University are given as follows:

Year University of StrathclydeHeriot Watt University
2019NANA
2020296314
2021300301
2022302270
2023325281
2024276235

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Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

Which is better; University of Dundee or Heriot Watt University?

Answered a year ago

The comparative world rankings of University of Dundee and Heriot Watt University are given as follows:

Year University of DundeeHeriot Watt University 
2020302314
2021319301
2022322270
2023354281
2024441235

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Contributor-Level 10

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