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Career-focused degrees

We push new frontiers in the fields of STEM, business, fashion and design. Our graduates are highly sought after by employers – we placed 1st in Scotland for postgraduate employability two years in a row (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024). We also produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in Scotland (Novuna 2025), thanks to our lifelong career advice and industry connections. It’s time to make your future at Heriot-Watt.

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"Heriot-Watt offers a unique blend of academic excellence, practical experience, and a genuinely inclusive environment. The faculty are not only knowledgeable but also incredibly supportive, encouraging students to push boundaries and explore interdisciplinary research."

- Vijabalan Jagadeesan, Artificial Intelligence

Scholarships, fees and funding

Heriot-Watt provides postgraduate students with a variety of scholarships to help you achieve your highest academic potential. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.

Funded scholarships 

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