Overview
Location
Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
Institution Type
Public
Established
1821
Total Students
—
Popular Intakes
January, May, September
Average IELTS Requirement
UG: 6.0 · PG: 6.0
QS Ranking
287
Updated October 2026Source: hw.ac.uk
Fees & costs for international students
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per year (range across courses) | £20,456 – £21,192 | ₹25.8 – ₹26.7 lakh |
| Scholarship, per year (up to) | £4,000 | ₹5.0 lakh |
| Deposit to confirm your place | £1,000 | ₹1.3 lakh |
| Application fee | No Application Fee | – |
| Living cost, per month | £1,171 | ₹1.5 lakh |
INR at about 126 per £, approximate. Figures from our stored university data.
Admission requirements for Indian applicants
Backlogs accepted
0 - 30
IELTS
6, no band below 5.5
PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo
63 / 79 / 120
English waiver
Medium of Instruction and 12th English marks 70%
Deadline
ASAP
Intakes
January, May, September
How to apply
- Pick a course and check the entry rules above.
- Apply online or through AdmitKard.
- Pay the £1,000 deposit to receive your CAS.
- Apply for your UK Student visa.
Courses & Fees
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Updated October 2026Source: hw.ac.uk
Cost of Living
Monthly Living Cost
GBP 1,171
(UKVI financial requirement, outside London)
Estimated Total
GBP 10,539
(For up to 9 months)
Updated October 2026Source: gov.uk
Scholarships 2026
Merit
Heriot-Watt University International Scholarship
GBP 4000
International students with strong academic record
hw.ac.uk
Updated October 2026Source: hw.ac.uk
Rankings 2026
What rankings are available for Heriot-Watt University?
QS RankingSource: QS World University Rankings (university data sheet)
287
US News Best Global UniversitiesSource: U.S. News Best Global Universities 2026-2027 edition
1090
Cost & ROI Calculator
Subject (for salary lookup)
Arts, Design & Architecture
Tuition fee / year
GBP 20,456
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 27,724
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 30,508
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.1 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Graduate Job Prospects: Pay vs Competition
See what graduates in a subject typically earn in the UK, and how many Heriot-Watt University students graduate in it each year. Better pay with fewer graduates means less competition for jobs.
Subject
Arts, Design & Architecture
Figures are for the whole subject, not this single course.
Typical UK salary
£27,724
UK median for Arts, Design & Architecture (HESA 2023/24)
Graduates, 2024/25
465
Students who qualified in this subject at Heriot-Watt University
Opportunity score
8/10 Strong
Higher pay and fewer graduates score higher
Salary is the UK national median for the subject (HESA 2023/24). Graduates are Heriot-Watt University qualifiers in that subject (2024/25, HESA). The score is AdmitKard's own estimate, not an official statistic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Heriot-Watt University?
You can apply directly to Heriot-Watt University through their online application portal. There is no application fee. Once you apply you will receive a conditional offer within 2-3 weeks.
What is the cost of living in Scottish Borders?
What are the IELTS and entry requirements for Heriot-Watt University?
Most undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses need IELTS 6.0 overall with no score below 5.5 (writing at least 6.0 for non-STEM postgraduate courses). Some programmes ask for more, for example 6.5 for Actuarial programmes and 7.0 for Translating and Interpreting postgraduate programmes. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. hw.ac.uk
Source: hw.ac.uk
What scholarships are available at Heriot-Watt University?
Scholarships for international students at Heriot-Watt University vary by country, course and intake. Heriot-Watt's International Merit Scholarship varies by region and the published fixed awards cover other countries, so no India figure is stated. Check the official scholarships page for the current offer for your country. hw.ac.uk
Source: hw.ac.uk