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About Heriot-Watt University

1. Heriot-Watt University distance from the City Centre:

• Bus -  25-30 minutes
• Taxi - 15-20 minutes
• Walking -  30-40 minutes

2. Heriot-Watt University has on-campus student accommodation options with an average rent of £4,000–£8,000/semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security.

3. Heriot-Watt University follows a two-semester academic year system. Each semester has around 12-14 weeks.

4. The best month to book Heriot-Watt University on-campus accommodation after the university offer to study is accepted is in February/March (for new undergraduates). University accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally start with:

• New undergraduate -  February/March

• New postgraduate -  April/May

• For returning students -  May/June

5. Other Campuses of Heriot-Watt University

• Galashiels

• Orkney

• Heriot Watt University - Dubai Campus

• Malaysia 

Heriot-Watt University Off-Campus Student Housing Options 

PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in Edinburgh. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:

1. Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £450-£750/month

• Generally located within walking distance from the university.

• Popular Heriot-Watt University student accommodation options include  Gorgie, Vita Fountainbridge, The Bridge House, Westfield, and iQ Fountainbridge.

2. Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £300-£1,500/month.

• Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.

• Recommended Heriot-Watt University private lets include Sensational 4 bedroom Apartment in Summerside Place and Charming flat in West End. 

Secure a Private Student Room Near Heriot-Watt University Without a University Offer Letter

Student Roost, Student Luxe, Capitol Students, and other providers accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.

Popular Student Areas to Live Near Heriot-Watt University

1. Haymarket

Haymarket’s average rent is around £550-£700/month. It’s a 20-25 minute walk from campus. Some options close to Haymarket and the campus include IQ Grove.

• Bus -  10-15 minutes
• Taxi -  5-10 minutes
• Walking - 20-25 minutes

2. Dalry

Dalry’s average rent for nearby Heriot Watt University housing options is around £450-£600/month. It’s a 30-35 minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to the area and the campus include Silk Mill.

• Bus - 15-20 minutes
• Taxi -  10-15 minutes
• Walking - 30-35 minutes

3. Tollcross

Tollcross' average rent for student accommodation options is around £600-£750/month. It’s a 40-45 minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to the area and the campus include The Bridge House.

• Bus -  20-25 minutes
• Taxi -  15-20 minutes
• Walking -  40-45 minutes

4. Gorgie

Gorgie’s average rent for nearby options, including rooms within Heriot Watt University apartments, is around £500-£650 /month. It’s a 45-50 minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include The Keel Houses.

• Bus -  25-30 minutes

• Taxi -  15-20 minutes

• Walking 45-50 minutes

5. Slateford

Slateford’s average rent is around £400-£550 /month. It’s a 60-70 minute walk from campus. Some Heriot Watt University dormitory options close to campus include Westfield.

• Bus -  30-35 minutes

• Taxi -  20-25 minutes

• Walking 60-70 minutes

Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation

• Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally offer discounts or early booking offers.)
• Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.
• No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.
• Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.
• Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.
• More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.
• Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.