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With a rich heritage stretching back to 1821, we are a truly global university bringing together scholars who are leaders in ideas and solutions delivering innovation, educational excellence and ground-breaking research.
They are committed to continuous improvement and development in all our activity. Their focus is on responding to the changing needs of business, industry and society and finding solutions to the global challenges of the 21st century.Building on established expertise in key, specialist areas, their aim is to produce the next generation of leaders and thinkers who make a difference in the world.They are already leading the way in areas as varied as energy, the environment and climate change, risk and modelling, infrastructure and transport, and the interface between life and physical sciences.
At Heriot-Watt they've created an environment that nurtures innovation and leadership - where the researchers, staff and students can realise their potential and develop their ambitions.They're proud of our collegiate atmosphere and integrated teaching and research approach which has helped to build a community of committed academics and highly motivated students. They focus on careers delivers results and they've an excellent reputation for graduate employability.
Careers Advisory ServiceThe Universitys award winning Careers Advisory Service provides one of the most extensive and comprehensive careers education and professional development programmes of any higher education institution in the UK.
The Careers Advisory Service can also help you to find part-time work and vacation employment.
Student supportComing to university is one of the biggest moves you'll ever make. The years ahead will be fun, exciting and fulfilling but there may be times when you'll need some help and advice.
They have a range of support services with friendly, approachable staff that are there to listen and provide you with the advice, support and information you need throughout your time at with us.
Student Support is an important first port of call for practical advice and support on all kinds of issues including settling into university life, money, accommodation, disability and personal safety.
We have new, state-of-the-art halls of residence on our Edinburgh Campus which provide spacious student accommodation.
Supporting research, learning, teaching and administrative activities by providing Library, Information and Learning Technology services to Heriot-Watt students and staff.
The Disability Service can provide support and advice with study skills if you have a specific learning difficulty, such as dyslexia, in addition to assistive technology to help students overcome any barriers to learning.
They have campuses in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia where they aim to provide stimulating, supportive environments conducive to effective learning and research, and where staff and students can excel.
The campuses offer a great student experience. You'll meet others who share your interests and people from all over the world, discover new sports and activities, and make lifelong friends. And they'll support you all the way, through a range of services and facilities that will help you make the best of your time as a student.Edinburgh is also a city for sport. You'll find athletics at Meadowbank Stadium, swimming at the Commonwealth Pool, two top Scottish Premier League football teams, world-class rugby at Murrayfield, skiing and snowboarding at Hillend, climbing at The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena and an array of top golf clubs.
There’s more to university life than simply getting your degree, and Heriot-Watt University Student Union is all about helping you to have the best possible experience while you study here.
The Geological Society accredits to our MSc Petroleum Geoscience programme.
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, StudyPortals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
