Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Heriot-WattUniversity
Heriot-Watt University, established in 1821, is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK. The university has three campuses in Scotland and ranks #287 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, home to over 30,000 students from more than 150 countries. Heriot-Watt is renowned for excellence in petroleum engineering, actuarial science, business management, and textile design. Its Edinburgh Business School MBA programme ranks among the world's best, with graduate employability rates in the top five in Scotland.See More
Campuses
Heriot-Watt University has three campuses in Scotland, each with unique specialisations and learning environments.
Location
Riccarton, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Nearby
Located in Riccarton, west of Edinburgh city centre, the campus spans 380 acres of beautiful parkland. Close to Edinburgh Airport, about 20 minutes drive from city centre, with shopping centres and nature parks nearby. The campus features a lake and golf course.
Getting Here
Just 15 minutes drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI), about 25 minutes by bus from Edinburgh Waverley Station. Regular shuttle buses connect to the city centre, with free campus shuttle services available.
Schools
The main campus houses key schools including: Edinburgh Business School, School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences, School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure & Society, School of Social Sciences, and more.
About
Edinburgh Campus is Heriot-Watt University's main campus, featuring modern teaching facilities, research laboratories, library, and student accommodation. The beautiful campus includes a sports centre, restaurants, shops, and Students' Union. This is the primary learning location for engineering, business, science, and social science students.
| Season | Months | Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Mar - May | 5-13°C |
| Summer | Jun - Aug | 12-19°C |
| Autumn | Sep - Nov | 6-13°C |
| Winter | Dec - Feb | 1-7°C |
Flights to/from Malaysia
Location
Galashiels, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
Nearby
Located in Galashiels town in the Scottish Borders, a picturesque countryside setting. About 1 hour drive from Edinburgh, surrounded by peaceful Scottish countryside with rich historical heritage and natural beauty.
Getting Here
About 1 hour by train from Edinburgh Waverley Station via the Borders Railway line to Galashiels Station. About 1 hour 15 minutes drive from Edinburgh Airport.
Schools
Scottish Borders Campus is home to the School of Textiles & Design, specialising in: Fashion & Textile Design, Interior Design, Fashion Marketing & Management, and other creative industry-related programmes.
About
Scottish Borders Campus focuses on textile and fashion design education, continuing Scotland's textile industry heritage. The campus features professional textile laboratories, design studios, and fashion showcase spaces, with students accessing industry-leading equipment and technology. Graduates are highly regarded in the global fashion industry.
| Season | Months | Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Mar - May | 4-12°C |
| Summer | Jun - Aug | 11-18°C |
| Autumn | Sep - Nov | 5-12°C |
| Winter | Dec - Feb | 0-6°C |
Flights to/from Malaysia
Location
Stromness, Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK
Nearby
Located in Stromness on the Orkney Islands, northern Scotland, a core area for European marine energy research. Surrounded by spectacular coastlines and UNESCO World Heritage Neolithic sites, with pristine natural environments.
Getting Here
Fly from Edinburgh or Inverness to Kirkwall Airport (KOI), about 1 hour flight. Alternatively, take a ferry from Aberdeen (approximately 6 hours). The campus is about 20 minutes drive from Kirkwall.
Schools
Orkney Campus specialises in marine renewable energy research, including: Marine Energy Engineering, Tidal Energy Research, Wave Energy Technology, and Marine Environmental Science.
About
Orkney Campus is Heriot-Watt's marine energy research centre, working closely with the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC). It is a world-leading testing site for tidal and wave energy, offering unique field research opportunities for postgraduates and researchers. Ideal for students interested in renewable energy and marine engineering.
| Season | Months | Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Mar - May | 4-10°C |
| Summer | Jun - Aug | 10-15°C |
| Autumn | Sep - Nov | 5-11°C |
| Winter | Dec - Feb | 2-7°C |
Flights to/from Malaysia
Living Costs Estimation
Based on official estimates, living costs vary across the three Scottish campuses. Edinburgh as the capital has higher costs, while Borders and Orkney are more affordable.
Edinburgh Campus Area
Scottish Borders Campus Area
Orkney Campus Area
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