Heriot-Watt University states that it generally accepts a four-year bachelor's degree average of 68 as equivalent to a UK 2:1 for universities ranked 1–250 in the 软科 China university rankings, and an average of 72 for universities ranked 251 and beyond. For a UK 2:2 equivalent, the university lists an average of 65 for universities ranked 1–250 and an average of 70 for universities ranked 251 and beyond.
Bachelor's Averages Accepted as UK 2:1 Equivalent
- Universities ranked 1–250 in the 软科 China university rankings: four-year bachelor's degree average of 68
- Universities ranked 251 and beyond: four-year bachelor's degree average of 72
Bachelor's Averages Accepted as UK 2:2 Equivalent
- Universities ranked 1–250 in the 软科 China university rankings: four-year bachelor's degree average of 65
- Universities ranked 251 and beyond: four-year bachelor's degree average of 70
Other Factors the University Lists
The university states that work experience in a relevant field may also be considered as a supporting factor in an application. It also states that the specific degree subject, classification and additional entry conditions depend on the course.
Supporting Documents
The university lists the following documents for postgraduate applications:
- Scanned degree certificate and related transcripts, or a graduation certificate, or proof of current study if the applicant has not yet graduated
- Proof of English language ability, if the applicant's first language is not English or the applicant has not previously studied a degree taught in English
- Scanned personal information page of the passport
The university states that applicants can track their application online and see whether they have been offered a place. It recommends accepting an offer as early as possible, so there is enough time to request a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which it describes as the document needed for a visa application.
Contacts
For general enquiries, the university lists studywithus@hw.ac.uk. For the China office, it lists ChinaEastAsia@hw.ac.uk.