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Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

London

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Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh · QS World #325

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

scored higher in 0 categories

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3/3

Heriot-Watt

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Heriot-Watt University leads in 3 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses, scholarship). Global Institute of Sport (GIS) does not lead in any category where both have data.

Global Institute of Sport (GIS) vs Heriot-Watt University at a glance

Global Institute of Sport (GIS) and Heriot-Watt University both teach 2 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences and Marketing. Global Institute of Sport (GIS) offers 8 courses across 3 subject areas; Heriot-Watt University offers 214 courses across 48 subject areas.

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £12,950 a year at Global Institute of Sport (GIS) and £24,180 at Heriot-Watt University: Global Institute of Sport (GIS) is about £11,230 a year cheaper.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

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QS World
#325
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THE World
#401
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Guardian UK
#41
2019
Established
1821
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

Heriot-Watt University

No data
82%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

No data
£35,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
31.2%

International

International student share

8
214

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
42

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

No published data on international students

    VS

    Heriot-Watt

    72 countries · 31.2% international

    • 🇮🇳India29.8%
    • 🇨🇳China17.1%
    • 🇫🇷France6.8%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%

    Subjects

    2 subjects you can study at both

    Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

    Heriot-Watt University

    Only at Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

    Only at Heriot-Watt University

    Fees

    What it costs international students

    The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

    Undergraduate

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS)
    No data
    Heriot-Watt University
    £20,080

    We do not have reliable international fee data for Global Institute of Sport (GIS) yet.

    Postgraduate

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS)
    £12,950
    Heriot-Watt University
    £24,180

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS) is about £11,230 a year cheaper.

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

    Women Onside Scholarship

    50%

    Deadline: N/A

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    Heriot-Watt University

    International Merit Scholarship

    £500,000

    Deadline: N/A

    MBA 20th Anniversary Scholarship

    £64,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)

    £21,800

    Deadline: N/A

    Future Planner Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    The Dunsmore Scholarship for MScR Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

    100%

    Deadline: May 2026

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS) vs Heriot-Watt University: common questions

    Is Global Institute of Sport (GIS) or Heriot-Watt University cheaper for international students?

    For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £12,950 a year at Global Institute of Sport (GIS) and £24,180 at Heriot-Watt University: Global Institute of Sport (GIS) is about £11,230 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

    What subjects can you study at both Global Institute of Sport (GIS) and Heriot-Watt University?

    Both universities teach 2 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences and Marketing.

    Does Global Institute of Sport (GIS) or Heriot-Watt University offer more courses?

    Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses on CourseOptions and Global Institute of Sport (GIS) lists 8 courses.

    What can you study at Global Institute of Sport (GIS) but not at Heriot-Watt University?

    Global Institute of Sport (GIS) teaches 1 subject area that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism.

    What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at Global Institute of Sport (GIS)?

    Heriot-Watt University teaches 46 subject areas that Global Institute of Sport (GIS) does not, including Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 38 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Global Institute of Sport (GIS)8 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    Heriot-Watt University214 courses · 42 scholarshipsBrowse Courses