Heriot Watt University campus
UK, United Kingdom
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Heriot Watt University

UK·public

25%

Acceptance rate

$29,210

Tuition/yr

14,500

Enrollment

About Heriot Watt University

Heriot-Watt University is a research university founded in 1821, located in Edinburgh, Scotland. Heriot-Watt is renowned for engineering, sciences, business, and computing with strong research reputation. The university emphasizes hands-on learning, practical application, and innovation across all programs. Heriot-Watt maintains partnerships with leading technology and engineering companies. The university combines academic excellence with focus on graduate employment and industry connections. Heriot-Watt offers modern facilities and a supportive student environment. International students experience practical education approach, good mentoring, diverse community, and career services. Graduates enter positions in engineering, technology, business, and professional sectors. The university has strong reputation for technology and engineering education.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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