Founded in 1821 in Edinburgh, Scotland, Heriot-Watt University is one of the UK's leading technical universities. He is known for his international approach to teaching and strong research base in fields such as engineering, business, mathematics and natural sciences.
The university's main campus is located on 380 acres, just 12 km from the center of Edinburgh. The second campus, Scottish Borders, is located in Galashiels, an hour's drive south of Edinburgh. The university also has a campus in Dubai, UAE, where undergraduate students can complete 1-2 semesters. The Faculty of Oil Production cooperates with Tomsk Technical University, and Russian students can receive a double diploma. In addition, Heriot-Watt University is a leader in online education, with 12,000 students from 150 countries worldwide.
One of the distinctive features of the university is its international composition: almost a third of the students come from abroad. The university attracts those who want to receive a high-quality Scottish education that meets modern technological trends. It is widely known for training specialists in the field of oil and gas extraction and refining. The modern programs of the Faculty of Textiles and Design are also becoming increasingly popular among students from all over the world.
Heriot-Watt University is recognized as a leader in the use of computers and modern equipment in the educational process, as well as in scientific, engineering and language laboratories. The University has established itself as an advanced center for scientific research. As a result of the last Commission for the Evaluation of the quality of Scientific Research (Research Assessment Exercise 2008), the university received top marks in most academic disciplines.
At the University's International Study Center, international students can complete the Foundation preparatory program for admission to bachelor's degrees in the following areas: Business and Management, Mathematics, Computer Science and Information Systems, Engineering, as well as the Pre-Masters program for Master's degree and English Language Preparation courses.
Heriot-Watt University ranks 7th in the Scottish University rankings (according to The Sunday Times, 2011) and is renowned for its high quality teaching. The university diploma is highly appreciated by employers: 94% of graduates find a job immediately after graduation.