Heriot-Watt University

Midlothian · UKPRN 10007764

9,845students enrolled

3,785female students

5,895male students

Sponsor Licence Status

Checked against the Home Office register on 26 July 2026.

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Licence statusStudent Sponsor - Track Record

Visa routeStudent

Registered asHeriot-Watt University

This institution can issue the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) you need for a Student visa application.

Quick Facts

Official website: hw.ac.uk
Address: Riccarton
Currie
Midlothian
Eh14 4As
UKPRN: 10007764 · UKRLP record

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About Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University is a UK higher education provider based in Midlothian, with around 9,845 enrolled students according to the latest HESA data, making it a mid-sized higher education provider.

It currently holds a Home Office student sponsor licence with Student Sponsor - Track Record status on the Student route, which means international students can obtain a CAS and apply for a UK Student visa to study here. Check the live status above before accepting any offer, as the register changes regularly.

Compare more options in our full sponsor list or see every licensed sponsor in Midlothian. To budget for your application, try the visa fee calculator.

Sources: Home Office register of licensed student sponsors (checked daily), UK Register of Learning Providers (address details), HESA student statistics and Wikidata (official website). Page rebuilt on 26 July 2026.