Heriot-Watt University
Scholarship
For
Native (UK) Undergraduate Students
- Scottish Access Bursaries
- For Scottish-domiciled students from low-income or
care-experienced backgrounds.
- Amount:
~£500–£3,000+ per year.
- Eligibility:
Automatic consideration; based on household income and widening
participation criteria.
- No-Strings Travel Bursary (England, Wales & NI)
- For first-year students from England, Wales, or
Northern Ireland.
- Amount:
£1,500 total, paid in 3 installments of £500.
- Eligibility:
No application required; supports travel or other personal needs.
For
International Undergraduate Students
- International Merit Scholarships
- Amount:
25%–75% tuition fee reduction (first year only).
- Eligibility:
Academic excellence, offer-holder status, and fee-paying international
student.
- Note:
Competitive and region-specific quotas may apply.
- Undergraduate Overseas Scholarships
- Award Tiers:
- 25% fee reduction
("Merit")
- 50% fee reduction
("Excellence")
- 100% fee waiver
("Distinction")
- Eligibility:
Outstanding academic records and justification of financial need.
- Limit:
Small number of high-value scholarships available annually.
Campus-Specific
Scholarships (Dubai & Malaysia)
- Malaysia Campus – High Achiever’s Scholarships
- Amount:
Up to RM12,000 per year.
- Eligibility:
Excellent SPM, STPM, or A-Level results.
- WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) Scholarship –
Malaysia
- For female students pursuing STEM degrees.
- Encourages gender diversity in tech and engineering
fields.
- Partner-Funded Scholarships
- Examples: Sin Chew Education Fund (Malaysia).
- Amount:
Varies by donor.
- Eligibility:
Based on academic merit and local partner criteria.
Extra
Information
- Only one university-funded scholarship can be held at a
time.
- Scholarships are usually applied to Year 1 tuition
fees only.
- Some awards are automatically considered; others
require an application.
- Additional external scholarships and
country-specific funding options may be available.
- Check campus-specific websites for updates
(e.g., Dubai, Malaysia).
Postgraduate
Taught (Master’s) Scholarships
- Postgraduate UK Merit Scholarship
- Value:
20% tuition fee discount.
- Eligibility:
UK-fee-status students achieving a 2:1 undergraduate degree applying
full-time in specific schools (e.g., Engineering & Physical Sciences,
Real Estate, Business)
- Closing Date:
29 August 2025.
- Heriot-Watt Postgraduate Scholarships (International)
- Value:
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver, with tiers of Distinction,
Excellence, Merit.
- Eligibility:
Offer-holders for taught Master’s programmes (UK campus), based on
academic merit; usually up to five full-value awards per intake
- Post grad Solutions Study Bursary
- Value:
£2,000 each.
- Eligibility:
Open to all postgraduate students (full‑time, part‑time, online,
blended), regardless of subject. Five awards for 2025
- Closing Date: 30 September 2025.
- Emerging Economies Scholarship (Edinburgh Business
School)
- Value:
Over £3,000 off programme fees.
- Eligibility:
Students from selected emerging economies enrolled through Edinburgh
Business School.
Postgraduate
Research (PhD) Scholarships & Bursaries
- EPS (Engineering & Physical Sciences) Scholarship /
James Watt Funded
- Value:
Tuition fees + annual stipend (≈ £18,622/year) for 3+ years
- Eligibility:
Doctoral candidates in engineering-related schools; application via
department-specific process.
- PhD Scholarships (e.g., Psychology)
- Value:
Tuition waiver + maintenance stipend (~£14,553/year) + £2,250 research
support
- Eligibility:
Specific to department (like Psychology); limited awards (e.g., up to
three).
- Fully Funded PhD Scholarships
- Value:
Full tuition + stipend between £13,000–£20,226 annually
- Eligibility:
Competitive, based on research project proposals and academic excellence.
Funding
Overview
- Total Disbursements:
Over £6 million annually in postgraduate fee and stipend scholarships,
benefiting 400+ students
- Primary Criteria:
Academic merit (undergraduate results, research potential),
UK/international fee status, and specific programme or department.
- Additional Funding:
- UK students may also be eligible for a £10,000
Postgraduate Loan (PGL)
- External funding bodies and partner institutions may
offer supplementary bursaries.
Tips
& Important Notes
- One award rule:
Only one university-funded scholarship can be held at a time.
- Taught vs Research:
Taught scholarships are discounts; research scholarships include stipends
and fees.
- Department-specific:
Some awards (e.g., EPS James Watt, Psychology PhD) require applying
through academic departments.
- Apply early:
Deadlines vary (e.g., Merit ‑ 29 Aug, Solutions Bursary ‑ 30 Sep).
- International students: Competitive global scholarships (like Merit up to 100%) are often limited in number.
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Eligibility criteria
Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria
Academic
Qualifications
- General Requirement:
Applicants must have completed secondary/high school education equivalent
to the UK A-Levels or Scottish Highers.
- Accepted Qualifications:
- A-Levels (UK)
- Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- High School Diploma (US) + SAT/ACT
- Indian Standard XII (CBSE/ICSE/state boards)
- Other recognized international qualifications
depending on country of origin
- Typical Grade Requirements:
- Varies by programme (e.g., ABB–BBB at A-Level, or 30+
IB points)
- Some engineering or science degrees may require
specific subjects (like Math or Physics)
English
Language Proficiency
Applicants must meet English
language requirements, typically:
- IELTS Academic:
6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
- TOEFL iBT:
78 overall (minimum 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, 17 in
writing)
- PTE Academic:
54 overall (minimum 51 in each section)
- Cambridge English:
B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency – minimum score depends on
program
Applicants from English-medium
schools or specific English-speaking countries may be exempt.
Additional Requirements
- Portfolio:
Required for creative programs like Design or Architecture.
- Interviews:
Some programs may conduct interviews or ask for a Statement of Purpose.
- Math/Science prerequisites: Needed for Engineering, Computing, and Science
degrees.
International
Students (Extra Notes)
- Must meet equivalent qualifications to UK
A-Levels (evaluated case-by-case).
- University has dedicated country-specific pages
outlining entry requirements.
- Foundation or pathway programs available for those who
don’t meet direct entry requirements.
Graduate Eligibility Criteria:
General
Academic Requirements
- Taught Master’s Degrees (e.g., MSc, MA, MBA):
- A good honours bachelor’s degree (equivalent to
UK 2:1 or 2:2) from a recognized university.
- Some programs may accept a 3rd class degree with
significant relevant work experience.
- Research Degrees (MPhil, PhD):
- A relevant Master’s degree or a first-class
or upper-second-class honours undergraduate degree.
- A well-defined research proposal is usually
required.
- Candidates may need to contact a supervisor before
applying.
English Language Proficiency
All postgraduate applicants must
meet minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS Academic:
Minimum 6.5 overall (no component below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT:
90 overall (with 20 in each component)
- PTE Academic:
Minimum 58
- Cambridge English:
C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
Some programs (e.g., Business, Law,
Engineering) may have higher language requirements.
Work Experience (for certain
programs)
- MBA and some professional Master’s degrees require:
- 3+ years of relevant managerial or professional
experience.
- A detailed CV/resume and personal statement.
Documents Typically Required
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- English language test scores (if applicable).
- CV/resume (especially for MBA or work-based programs).
- Statement of purpose or personal statement.
- References (academic or professional).
- Research proposal (for research degrees only).
International
Applicants
- Must hold qualifications equivalent to a UK bachelor's
or master's degree.
- Heriot-Watt evaluates international degrees using UK
ENIC/ECCTIS standards.
- Pre-Master’s or pathway programs are available for students who don’t meet direct
entry.
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For
Native (UK) Undergraduate Students
- Scottish Access Bursaries
- For Scottish-domiciled students from low-income or
care-experienced backgrounds.
- Amount:
~£500–£3,000+ per year.
- Eligibility:
Automatic consideration; based on household income and widening
participation criteria.
- No-Strings Travel Bursary (England, Wales & NI)
- For first-year students from England, Wales, or
Northern Ireland.
- Amount:
£1,500 total, paid in 3 installments of £500.
- Eligibility:
No application required; supports travel or other personal needs.
For
International Undergraduate Students
- International Merit Scholarships
- Amount:
25%–75% tuition fee reduction (first year only).
- Eligibility:
Academic excellence, offer-holder status, and fee-paying international
student.
- Note:
Competitive and region-specific quotas may apply.
- Undergraduate Overseas Scholarships
- Award Tiers:
- 25% fee reduction
("Merit")
- 50% fee reduction
("Excellence")
- 100% fee waiver
("Distinction")
- Eligibility:
Outstanding academic records and justification of financial need.
- Limit:
Small number of high-value scholarships available annually.
Campus-Specific
Scholarships (Dubai & Malaysia)
- Malaysia Campus – High Achiever’s Scholarships
- Amount:
Up to RM12,000 per year.
- Eligibility:
Excellent SPM, STPM, or A-Level results.
- WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) Scholarship –
Malaysia
- For female students pursuing STEM degrees.
- Encourages gender diversity in tech and engineering
fields.
- Partner-Funded Scholarships
- Examples: Sin Chew Education Fund (Malaysia).
- Amount:
Varies by donor.
- Eligibility:
Based on academic merit and local partner criteria.
Extra
Information
- Only one university-funded scholarship can be held at a
time.
- Scholarships are usually applied to Year 1 tuition
fees only.
- Some awards are automatically considered; others
require an application.
- Additional external scholarships and
country-specific funding options may be available.
- Check campus-specific websites for updates
(e.g., Dubai, Malaysia).
Postgraduate
Taught (Master’s) Scholarships
- Postgraduate UK Merit Scholarship
- Value:
20% tuition fee discount.
- Eligibility:
UK-fee-status students achieving a 2:1 undergraduate degree applying
full-time in specific schools (e.g., Engineering & Physical Sciences,
Real Estate, Business)
- Closing Date:
29 August 2025.
- Heriot-Watt Postgraduate Scholarships (International)
- Value:
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver, with tiers of Distinction,
Excellence, Merit.
- Eligibility:
Offer-holders for taught Master’s programmes (UK campus), based on
academic merit; usually up to five full-value awards per intake
- Post grad Solutions Study Bursary
- Value:
£2,000 each.
- Eligibility:
Open to all postgraduate students (full‑time, part‑time, online,
blended), regardless of subject. Five awards for 2025
- Closing Date: 30 September 2025.
- Emerging Economies Scholarship (Edinburgh Business
School)
- Value:
Over £3,000 off programme fees.
- Eligibility:
Students from selected emerging economies enrolled through Edinburgh
Business School.
Postgraduate
Research (PhD) Scholarships & Bursaries
- EPS (Engineering & Physical Sciences) Scholarship /
James Watt Funded
- Value:
Tuition fees + annual stipend (≈ £18,622/year) for 3+ years
- Eligibility:
Doctoral candidates in engineering-related schools; application via
department-specific process.
- PhD Scholarships (e.g., Psychology)
- Value:
Tuition waiver + maintenance stipend (~£14,553/year) + £2,250 research
support
- Eligibility:
Specific to department (like Psychology); limited awards (e.g., up to
three).
- Fully Funded PhD Scholarships
- Value:
Full tuition + stipend between £13,000–£20,226 annually
- Eligibility:
Competitive, based on research project proposals and academic excellence.
Funding
Overview
- Total Disbursements:
Over £6 million annually in postgraduate fee and stipend scholarships,
benefiting 400+ students
- Primary Criteria:
Academic merit (undergraduate results, research potential),
UK/international fee status, and specific programme or department.
- Additional Funding:
- UK students may also be eligible for a £10,000
Postgraduate Loan (PGL)
- External funding bodies and partner institutions may
offer supplementary bursaries.
Tips
& Important Notes
- One award rule:
Only one university-funded scholarship can be held at a time.
- Taught vs Research:
Taught scholarships are discounts; research scholarships include stipends
and fees.
- Department-specific:
Some awards (e.g., EPS James Watt, Psychology PhD) require applying
through academic departments.
- Apply early:
Deadlines vary (e.g., Merit ‑ 29 Aug, Solutions Bursary ‑ 30 Sep).
- International students: Competitive global scholarships (like Merit up to 100%) are often limited in number.
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Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria
Academic
Qualifications
- General Requirement:
Applicants must have completed secondary/high school education equivalent
to the UK A-Levels or Scottish Highers.
- Accepted Qualifications:
- A-Levels (UK)
- Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- High School Diploma (US) + SAT/ACT
- Indian Standard XII (CBSE/ICSE/state boards)
- Other recognized international qualifications
depending on country of origin
- Typical Grade Requirements:
- Varies by programme (e.g., ABB–BBB at A-Level, or 30+
IB points)
- Some engineering or science degrees may require
specific subjects (like Math or Physics)
English
Language Proficiency
Applicants must meet English
language requirements, typically:
- IELTS Academic:
6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
- TOEFL iBT:
78 overall (minimum 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, 17 in
writing)
- PTE Academic:
54 overall (minimum 51 in each section)
- Cambridge English:
B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency – minimum score depends on
program
Applicants from English-medium
schools or specific English-speaking countries may be exempt.
Additional Requirements
- Portfolio:
Required for creative programs like Design or Architecture.
- Interviews:
Some programs may conduct interviews or ask for a Statement of Purpose.
- Math/Science prerequisites: Needed for Engineering, Computing, and Science
degrees.
International
Students (Extra Notes)
- Must meet equivalent qualifications to UK
A-Levels (evaluated case-by-case).
- University has dedicated country-specific pages
outlining entry requirements.
- Foundation or pathway programs available for those who
don’t meet direct entry requirements.
Graduate Eligibility Criteria:
General
Academic Requirements
- Taught Master’s Degrees (e.g., MSc, MA, MBA):
- A good honours bachelor’s degree (equivalent to
UK 2:1 or 2:2) from a recognized university.
- Some programs may accept a 3rd class degree with
significant relevant work experience.
- Research Degrees (MPhil, PhD):
- A relevant Master’s degree or a first-class
or upper-second-class honours undergraduate degree.
- A well-defined research proposal is usually
required.
- Candidates may need to contact a supervisor before
applying.
English Language Proficiency
All postgraduate applicants must
meet minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS Academic:
Minimum 6.5 overall (no component below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT:
90 overall (with 20 in each component)
- PTE Academic:
Minimum 58
- Cambridge English:
C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
Some programs (e.g., Business, Law,
Engineering) may have higher language requirements.
Work Experience (for certain
programs)
- MBA and some professional Master’s degrees require:
- 3+ years of relevant managerial or professional
experience.
- A detailed CV/resume and personal statement.
Documents Typically Required
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- English language test scores (if applicable).
- CV/resume (especially for MBA or work-based programs).
- Statement of purpose or personal statement.
- References (academic or professional).
- Research proposal (for research degrees only).
International
Applicants
- Must hold qualifications equivalent to a UK bachelor's
or master's degree.
- Heriot-Watt evaluates international degrees using UK
ENIC/ECCTIS standards.
- Pre-Master’s or pathway programs are available for students who don’t meet direct
entry.