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Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 7 datapoints
We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
5/7
Heriot-Watt
scored higher in 5 categories
2/7
Trinity Laban
scored higher in 2 categories
Quick Verdict
Heriot-Watt University leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (established, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Trinity Laban is ahead on satisfaction, employment.
Heriot-Watt University vs Trinity Laban at a glance
Heriot-Watt University and Trinity Laban have one subject area in common, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science. Heriot-Watt University offers 214 courses across 48 subject areas; Trinity Laban offers 36 courses across 4 subject areas.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Heriot-Watt University
Trinity Laban
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
Heriot-Watt
72 countries · 31.2% international
- 🇮🇳India29.8%
- 🇨🇳China17.1%
- 🇫🇷France6.8%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
- 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%
Trinity Laban
21 countries · 24% international
- 🇨🇳China34.9%
- 🇺🇸United States14.3%
- 🇨🇦Canada3.2%
- 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.2%
- 🇮🇪Ireland3.2%
Subjects
1 subject 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.
Heriot-Watt University
Trinity Laban
Health Sciences & Paramedic Science
Only at Heriot-Watt University
Only at Trinity Laban
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
- Heriot-Watt University
- £20,080
- Trinity Laban
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for Trinity Laban yet.
Postgraduate
- Heriot-Watt University
- £24,180
- Trinity Laban
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for Trinity Laban yet.
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveHeriot-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
Trinity Laban
GREAT Scholarship
£10,000
Deadline: N/A
The Evie Dee Inspiring Life Award
See details
Deadline: N/A
The Victoria Worsfold Griffiths Bursary
See details
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Heriot-Watt University vs Trinity Laban: common questions
What subjects can you study at both Heriot-Watt University and Trinity Laban?
Both universities teach 1 subject area: Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.
Does Heriot-Watt University or Trinity Laban offer more courses?
Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses on CourseOptions and Trinity Laban lists 36 courses.
What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at Trinity Laban?
Heriot-Watt University teaches 47 subject areas that Trinity Laban does not, including Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 39 more.
What can you study at Trinity Laban but not at Heriot-Watt University?
Trinity Laban teaches 3 subject areas that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Music, Dance and Personal & Professional Development.
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