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Heriot-Watt University: Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering
www.hw.ac.uk/uk/schools/engineering-physical-sciences
Areas of expertise
Heriot-Watt University has been pushing new frontiers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, business, and design since 1821. Home to prominent researchers and academics from across the world, we are driven by innovation, educational excellence, and ground-breaking research.
At the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, our teaching is directly informed by the research expertise and professional experience of our faculty. We offer world-class postgraduate programmes in seven key disciplines:
- Brewing and Distilling
- Chemical Sciences
- Energy and Renewables
- Food Science, Health and Nutrition
- Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics
- Sensors, Signals and Systems
Employability
Heriot-Watt University is ranked as one of the top universities in the country for postgraduate outcomes for a reason: we produce the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in the UK and have recently been ranked 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for Postgraduate Outcomes, with almost 90% of our graduates being in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.
At the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, our degrees are career-focused and designed to meet the needs of business and industry. Our curriculums are modern and industry relevant, formed to respond to global industry demands. Your learning will be informed by our research-active engineers and scientists who have years of practical and professional experience in their chosen specialisms. This will ensure you gain the relevant knowledge, skills, and expertise to set you up for life after graduation, and ensure you are highly sought after in the workplace.
From the moment you arrive at the university, you will benefit from our award-winning career service. The team will support you every step of the way, from helping with application forms and CV’s to practicing interview questions, and will offer professional, impartial, and life-long career advice.
Scholarships, Fees and Funding
Heriot-Watt provides postgraduate students with a variety of scholarships to help you achieve your highest academic potential. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.
At the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, we have a number of programme-specific postgraduate scholarships in the form of a £1,000 tuition fee reduction:
- Postgraduate Scholarship for Academic Excellence in MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
- Postgraduate Scholarship for Academic Excellence in MSc Brewing and Distilling
- Postgraduate Scholarship for Academic Excellence in MSc Renewable Energy Engineering
Find out more about fees and funding or view our full range of postgraduate scholarships.
Available courses
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