Heriot-Watt University (number SC000278) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Heriot-Watt University do?
From a pioneering institute born out of the Scottish Enlightenment in 1821, to a leader in transnational education, Heriot-Watt has become a global university through a commitment to its vision, mission and ethos. Our vision is to be world leading within all our areas of specialism. Our mission is to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society and ethos. We put our community of students, staff and alumni at the heart of everything we do. Our distinctive strengths will continue to build a global university that pioneers innovation in education, research and enterprise Our Values Inspir…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Heriot-Watt University
Answers Heriot-Watt University gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 July 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does Heriot-Watt University's money come from?
Heriot-Watt University reported £306m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £258m (84%), trading and fundraising events £45m (15%), investments £3.8m (1%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£258m · 84%
Trading and fundraising events£45m · 15%
Investments£3.8m · 1%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
City of Edinburgh
What causes is Heriot-Watt University registered for?
the advancement of education
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The register data used for this profile lists Heriot-Watt University as a registered charity (number SC000278) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Heriot-Watt University's charity number?
Heriot-Watt University's charity number is SC000278. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Heriot-Watt University do?
From a pioneering institute born out of the Scottish Enlightenment in 1821, to a leader in transnational education, Heriot-Watt has become a global university through a commitment to its vision, mission and ethos. Our vision is to be world leading within all our areas of specialism. Our mission is to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society and ethos. We put our community of students, staff and alumni at the heart of everything we do. Our distinctive strengths will continue to build a global university that pioneers innovation in education, research and enterprise Our Values Inspir…
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How can I donate to Heriot-Watt University?
Heriot-Watt University's website listed in our register data is http://www.hw.ac.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Where does Heriot-Watt University's money come from?
Heriot-Watt University reported £306m total income for the year ending 31 July 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £258m (84%), trading and fundraising events £45m (15%), investments £3.8m (1%).
When was Heriot-Watt University registered as a charity?
Heriot-Watt University was entered on the register on 15 January 1934.