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British Guardianship at Heriot-Watt University
Nominated Guardian for Heriot-Watt University. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for Heriot-Watt University? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at Heriot-Watt University, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for Heriot-Watt University start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at Heriot-Watt University before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
Heriot-Watt University traces its origins to 1821, when the School of Arts of Edinburgh was founded as the world's first mechanics' institute, and it was granted university status by Royal Charter in 1966. Its main campus is set in extensive parkland at Riccarton on the western edge of Edinburgh, and the university also has a campus in the Scottish Borders at Galashiels, home to its long-established textiles and fashion provision. Overseas campuses operate in Dubai and Malaysia.
Across its global campuses the university educates around 31,000 students, with close to 10,000 based in Edinburgh. Heriot-Watt is known as a specialist institution with a strong focus on science, engineering, technology and business. It is particularly well regarded for petroleum and energy engineering, actuarial science, civil engineering, and building and construction, and it hosts the Edinburgh Business School, known for its MBA. The university reports that the large majority of its research was rated world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2021, and it has close links with industry.
Information for International Students
Heriot-Watt University has a highly international community, with about a third of its students coming from outside the UK. As a licensed student sponsor, it issues the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) needed for a Student visa and provides guidance on visa and immigration matters, together with an introductory academic programme that helps new students understand UK academic culture and expectations.
The typical English language requirement is IELTS 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5, for most undergraduate programmes, while some subjects, such as actuarial science and interpreting and translation, ask for higher scores. Research degree applicants typically need IELTS 6.5. The university has run BALEAP-accredited pre-sessional English programmes for over 25 years, offered in 6, 10 and 14 week formats, online or on the Edinburgh campus, with entry typically from IELTS 5.0 or 5.5 depending on the course. These programmes are also accepted by several other UK universities. Additional in-sessional support is available through one-to-one academic English tutorials. Graduates may be eligible for the UK Graduate Route.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official Heriot-Watt University website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with Heriot-Watt University is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for Heriot-Watt University start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. Heriot-Watt University may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of Heriot-Watt University and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Heriot-Watt University. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official Heriot-Watt University website for the latest university information and details.
