Heriot-Watt Universityis valued for its pioneering research, informed by the global needs of business and industry. With a rich heritage stretching back to 1821, they are a truly global university bringing together scholars who are leaders in ideas and solutions delivering innovation, educational excellence and ground-breaking research. Recently, Heriot-Watt has been shortlisted for University of the Year 2025 in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Awards - often described as the ‘Oscars of higher education’ - and is the only Scottish university to make the list. Heriot-Watt also placed as Scottish University of the Year runner-up in The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.
They are specialists in business, engineering, science, technology and design – subjects which make a real impact on the world and society.
With roots in Scotland, Heriot-Watt’s ambition and reach is truly international. They are a global university with around 27,000 students, five campuses and over 100 learning partners around the world. They are one of Scotland’s most international universities; around a third of Heriot- Watt students in Edinburgh are from outside the UK.
Their campuses are based in some of the world’s most inspiring locations in the UK, Dubai and Malaysia. Each offers superb facilities, safe surroundings and an international welcome. They have built connected and integrated learning environments close to the vibrant cities of Edinburgh, Dubai and Kuala Lumpur.
Heriot Watt’s Global Research Institutes are centres of excellence and collaboration created to translate their world-leading research into practical solutions. The National Robotarium, the UK’s leading centre for robotics and Artificial Intelligence, is a hub for robotic innovation and enterprise, improving efficiencies in areas such as offshore automation, human-robot interaction, soft robotics, assistive living, and health and social care.
iNetZ+, the Global Research Institute for Net Zero and Beyond, is dedicated to pioneering solutions for a carbon-neutral future, while the Lyell Centre leads in Earth and marine sciences and combines expertise in geology, ecology and marine biology. The Global Research Institute in Health and Care Technologies delivers innovations to address significant global health challenges and enhance healthcare quality and accessibility worldwide.