One of the most fascinating and engaging global student projects is occurring right now. As COP-26 gathers in Glasgow for discussions, at Heriot-Watt a global student team working with staff from across the University are displaying exemplary collective leadership and strong sense of purpose in creative design. But going beyond talking they are turning new concepts into reality by producing sustainable housing through smart construction. This is the […] Read More
Last week saw a plethora of events to celebrate our Bicentenary, kicking off the Bicentenary Year that will run through to next summer. We welcomed hundreds of guests in-person and online at the Chancellor’s Installation, an Anniversary Dinner & Exhibition, Global Alumni Gathering, an International Conference Celebrating the Mechanics Institutes and exhibitions and tours of St Cecilia’s Hall and Panmure House – all of this culminating in an […] Read More
It has been a hectic week as we prepare for our Bicentennial celebration this weekend. Thank you everyone who has been involved in planning these wonderful events. The Festival of Research has now started and so do take a look in at some of the great topics and work of our research leaders and teams. It runs through until 21 October so there’s plenty of time! Thank you […] Read More
Over the weekend I was able to take my first visit to the new campus in Dubai, located in Knowledge Park alongside many other business and corporates in the digital sector and adjacent to the well-known ‘The Palm’ island landmark. It was inspirational for many reasons. Firstly, it has been a major change project that has progressed magnificently despite COVID due to the leadership, ingenuity, and sheer teamwork of staff across the […] Read More
Our Bicentennial celebrations have allowed us the privilege of looking back over our 200-year history and to the key milestones and characters that have shaped our University. Do take a look at the online exhibition and other event information on our website. There are several events coming up in October and throughout the rest of our celebratory year, both in-person and virtual. It is an opportunity to take […] Read More