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Heriot-Watt University (Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh Heriot-Watt) is a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was established in 1821 as the School of Arts of Edinburgh, the world's first mechanics' institute , and subsequently granted university status by royal charter in 1966.
Heriot-Watt is a vibrant, forward-looking university. Our reputation for world-class teaching and leading research has made us one of the top UK universities for business and industry.
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Heriot-Watt University was established in 1821 as the worlds first mechanics institute. It went through a number of subsequent name changes and then in 1966, achieved university status and was named Heriot-Watt University. The university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the UK.
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