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Applying for a place at the International Study Centre

Application to both the Undergraduate Certificate and Pre-Masters is fast, streamlined and straightforward. We are accepting applications for September 2010 and January 2011 entry.

How to apply

If you haven't contacted us before 
Start your application now by completing an online enquiry form.
Be as detailed as possible about your requirements.
Our Student Enrolment Advisers will respond and counsel you towards the best choice of programme.
If you have all the information you need 
Complete the application form.
Return your form to us by post or fax.
Note that you will be required to submit copies of all relevant academic transcripts and certificates of English language qualifications together with the completed application form.

The direct application process

An expert Student Enrolment Adviser will support you through the whole process. Your admission to the International Study Centre will follow these simple steps:

  1. Submit your application (either online, by post or by fax)
  2. A Student Enrolment Adviser will contact you if we have queries about your application
  3. We carefully review your application and check you have suitable academic qualifications and level of English language (you will be asked to complete our English Test if you do not have an IELTS or TOEFL grade)
  4. If your application is successful we will send you a formal offer of a place
  5. To accept your place you need to send us a confirmation payment and your completed Acceptance Form. Please note that for programmes starting in September 2010 you will need to confirm by the 20th August to ensure you have a place in one of the recommended Halls of Residence. 
  6. Upon receipt of your payment we will reserve a place for you in University accommodation. Please note that for September 2010 entry accommodation cannot be guarunteed after 20th August. Please contact us to check accommodation availability or alternative housing.  
  7. We will send you a Certificate of Enrolment, confirming that you have a reserved place at the ISC and, if you need a visa, a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference number.  
  8. You then need to apply for a visa if necessary
  9. One month before the start of term you need to pay your remaining fees (either in full or your first instalment)
  10. Before the start of your course we will ask you for details of your flight to the UK, and will send you confirmation of your accommodation.
  11. You arrive in the UK the weekend before your programme starts – you will be met at the airport if you have booked a taxi transfer - to settle into your on-campus accommodation

Application deadline

We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible (and at least one month before the start of the course), because the visa application process can cause delays.

However, subject to availability, we do continue to consider applications up to 2 weeks after the start of an academic programme.

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Heriot-Watt University International Study Centre
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 339333 Fax: +44 (0) 1273 339398