Established in 1966, the Heriot-Watt University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Edinburgh (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Scotland. This institution also has branch campuses in Dubai, Putrajaya, Galashiels and Orkney. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Heriot-Watt University (HW) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Heriot-Watt University (HW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 58-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. HW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Heriot-Watt University |
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Name (Non Latin) | Oilthigh Heriot-Watt |
Acronym | HW |
Founded | 1966 Origins date back to 1821 as the School of Arts of Edinbourgh |
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Address | Edinburgh Campus Riccarton Edinburgh EH14 4AS Scotland United Kingdom |
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Other locations | Dubai, Putrajaya, Galashiels and Orkney |
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The following Heriot-Watt University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Heriot-Watt University's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Heriot-Watt University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
Heriot-Watt University's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Heriot-Watt University has more than 3600 international students.Tip: search for Heriot-Watt University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Heriot-Watt University.
Heriot-Watt University has an enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).
Heriot-Watt University is a public higher education institution.
Heriot-Watt University is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.
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Heriot-Watt University does not have any religious affiliation.
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This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Heriot-Watt University's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Heriot-Watt University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1966
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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