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Engineering

Heriot-Watt University

Venues

Edinburgh Campus

Content

In the first year of the BEng Engineering course you’ll have the chance to study a range of subjects. Beyond this, you’ll be able to focus on a particular area of expertise to work towards your Engineering degree.

From a wide choice of subjects, you’ll select eight courses to match your interests – usually choosing from two or three subject areas. On the BEng Engineering course, most students choose subjects in Engineering. All subjects include some form of industrial design, whether Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Chemical Engineering.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at AABB including Maths and a science subject at BA plus English at National 5.

Widening access entry: 4 Highers at BBBC including Maths and a science subject at BB plus English at National 5.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BEng Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

H100

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

School of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.hw.ac.uk

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy