
| MSc Smart Systems Integration (Erasmus Mundus) at Heriot Watt University Edinburgh | |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Tution Fees | £ 15,900 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 90 |
| PTE | 58 |
This Erasmus-Mundus-funded, two-year Masters programme is co-ordinated by Heriot-Watt University and involves two other partner universities: HSN University College of Southeast Norway and Budapest University of Technology and Economics in Hungary (BME). Students spend one semester at each institution: semester one at Heriot- Watt, semester two at HSN Norway, and semester three at BME, Hungary. In the final semester of year two a project is undertaken at one of the three partner institutions. The award to successful students is a joint degree bearing the seals of all three Universities.
Smart Systems are self-sufficient intelligent (sub)systems with advanced functionality, enabled by underlying micro-, nano-, and bio-systems and components. They enable and enhance products and services in every walk of life and are of strategic importance for the competitiveness of entire sectors and economies in Europe.
The programme aims to develop talented engineers with in-depth knowledge of Smart Systems, such as airbag crash sensors, miniaturised spectrometers, inkjet printer heads and smartphones, which operate through the integration of electronic processing with biological, mechanical or optical functions.
It is multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, requiring excellence in many traditional fields of engineering and science. It will be applicable to many industrial sectors, including the automotive, semiconductor, medical and biomedical industries, environmental monitoring, aerospace, consumer goods and telecommunications.
Through the programme students will have access to the research infrastructures in each of the three European countries and will benefit from learning in different settings. They will also experience three different regions of Europe, helping to prepare them for a multi-cultural career.
The SSI project is endorsed by the European Technology Platform EPoSS (European Platform on Smart Systems) whose membership includes major multinational European companies (Bosch, ST Microelectronics, Infineon, EADS) that manufacture or use integrated microsystems.
Specific tuition fees and other expenses at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh can vary based on several factors:
However, to provide a general idea:
For Undergraduate Students:
For Postgraduate Students:
Other Expenses:
Please note that these figures are approximate and could have changed after 2021. Fees can also increase annually due to inflation and other factors. For the most accurate, up-to-date information on tuition fees and other expenses, you should consult the official Heriot-Watt University website or contact their admissions or finance department directly.
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
| Expenses | Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Hall Fees | £500- £735 |
| Food/Toiletries/Laundry | £175 |
| Social | £140 |
| Mobile Phone | £25 |
| Books and Equipment | May vary |
| Travel | £1.80/per bus ticket |
| Total | £865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £ 14,800 |
| Postgraduate | 14,800 |
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | £ 11,600 |
| Campus accommodation | £ 6,890 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 90 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh University Contact Details |
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| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Address |
| Campus The Avenue,Edinburgh Campus The Avenue EH14 4AS |
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Email |
| studywithus@hw.ac.uk |
| Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Phone |
| +44 (0) 131 449 5111 |