Why Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh

Campus

Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh sprawls across 380 acres of parkland, yet Edinburgh’s center remains within easy reach. Its grounds bring together academic buildings, a library, sports facilities, medical services, and cafes—everything students need without leaving campus. Around 10,500 people study here, with international students making up roughly a third of this community.

Housing

Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh guarantees accommodation to every first-year student—a commitment the university takes seriously. Two options are available: standard rooms of roughly 12 square meters at £189 weekly, or more spacious quarters of around 16 square meters for £224. These rates already cover:

• 100 Mbps internet
• heating and electricity
• basic contents insurance
• 24/7 SafeGuarding security service

Sport at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh

The campus houses Oriam, Scotland’s £33 million national sports center, which welcomes student use. Beyond its boundaries lie the Pentland Hills, offering cycling paths and Parkrun routes, while newcomers can join the Sports Mates program to ease into campus athletics.

City

Edinburgh ranks among Europe’s most culturally vibrant cities, and Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh students take full advantage of what it offers. Between the Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe, medieval wynds, museums, and nightlife, boredom simply isn’t an option—any day of the week.