PhD opportunities

Funded

At Heriot-Watt we believe that a university education is an investment in your future. If you have the talent, ability and drive to study with us, we want to make sure you make the most of the opportunity, regardless of your financial circumstances.

Our scholarships & bursaries web page has general information on funding.

Specific Institute postgraduate research vacancies will be advertised here when they arise.

Self-funded

We have a continued interest in recruiting first class researchers to fill positions at all levels within the Institute. We welcome applications for self-funded PhD, MPhil and MSc places. Please contact the relevant research theme lead.