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What to pack | International guide
Key items you'll want to consider bringing
Opening a bank account as an International Student
It's crucial to establish a solid financial foundation
Your 2026/2027 Residence Handbook
The Residence Handbook is a great resource...
Budgeting tips to know before you move in
Our top 5 tips to help you manage your money
Important Guidance on Lithium Batteries in Halls
Simple Steps to Stay Safe
Get discounted bus travel with a Young Scot Card
You're eligible for free bus travel!
What to bring to Heriot Watt
Your packing list
Complete your Student Welcome Induction and Win!
Arrive Prepared and Be in with a Chance to Win!
Beat the heat: summer safety
Put your shades on!
Summer activities near Borders
Get outdoors and have fun!
Is it a scam?
Everything you need to know to help stay safe
Keeping connections after you leave
Staying in touch with each other ❤️
How to prepare for university
Simple tips that could help you out big time!
Why you should call campus ‘home’ for another year
Apply now and secure your spot
Quiet spots on campus
For sensory overload days
Studying abroad at Scottish Borders
Kaci’s experience at Heriot-Watt University
Celebrate Pride near you
Edinburgh Pride and Scottish Borders
A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls
Keeping your residences clean is super important...
Private rented accommodation FAQs
Essentials you need to know
What you're responsible for in halls
Everything you need to know
Wild swimming spots around The Borders
Fancy doing something a little different?
5 steps to self-care
Remember to look after yourself both mentally and physically
Applications for 2026/27 are now open!
Lock in your accommodation application
Noise levels in halls
Keep it down to keep the peace
Resources and tools to help you study for exams
Make studying fun! 📚
Your Arrivals Day at Heriot-Watt Scottish Borders
Move in, meet neighbours and start campus life
House Hunting 101
When to start looking and where to look
3 easy 'clear your fridge' recipes
Moving out of uni? Don't waste what's in your fridge.
What if it's meningitis?
Knowing the symptoms and what to do if you think you have it
Little things to consider whilst living on campus
Top tips on becoming the best flatmate
JMSV Community Fridge
🥕Share more, waste less! 💚
Cleaning tips – room inspection edition
Having a tidy space boosts our productivity and mood too
Room and kitchen Inspection
What to Expect
Rosie's Blog: How I manage my mental health
Everyone should feel they can talk about their mental health
Smoking and vaping at Heriot-Watt
Important information
Need comfy bedding? Get a Heriot Watt bedding pack
Available to purchase from your main reception
Galashiels Guide: Cafes
Couple hot ones with the boys
Download the SafeZone App
What it is and why you should use it
UniKitOut
UniKitOut is here to make your move smooth & stress-free
Staying safe during the darker nights
What to do, who to call, and when to use SafeZone
Carolina's what to pack
As an international student 🧳
How to keep warm in halls
It's time to get cosy🧣
Damage charges in halls
Keeping halls in top shape
Studying abroad at Heriot Watt
Rilian from Seattle tells us why she's loving SBC
Report + Support
Creating a safer, more inclusive Heriot-Watt community
Dealing with homesickness
Moving to uni is meant to be an exciting time
Struggling to make your student loan stretch?
Here's some easy tips on how to budget better💰
The best movies to watch this Halloween
Your spooky movie marathon picks 👻🍿
Free things to do in Galashiels
Get out of your room and have some free fun!
How to get from the Borders campus to the city
By train and bus
Isaure's tips on how to make friends at uni
From joining societies to just being brave
Follow Tweed Valley Blogger for local guides
Helping you get to know the Scottish Borders
A day out at the Donkey Sanctuary
Donkeying around in the Borders countryside
Top five Heriot-Watt merch to settle you in
So fresh, so clean
Social spaces at Jean Muir Student Village
Your go to hang out spots at halls!
What is an Advance Rent Payment (ARP)?
(And why it's important you pay it)
Local supermarkets at Scottish Borders Campus
A guide to food shopping in Galashiels
Should I Get a Job at Uni?
Is it the right choice for me?
Shopping in Galashiels
Students essentials on your doorstep
Jean Muir Student Village Video Tour
Watch Lou's complete guide for Border's accommodation
Join TriFitness at Borders
Your local gym right on your doorstep!
Our halls guest policy
Want to have guests over? Here's what you need to know
Moving to the UK for the first time
Here's how my experience went...
Kitchen assisted cleaning
The University provides assisted cleaning of each kitchen
Essential items for International Student
plus some simple tips from a current student!
My first week at Scottish Borders
Andrea, a Textile Design student experience
A 10-minute mindful morning routine
To help put your wellbeing first every day
What to pack - essential guide
Essential items you need for university
Share chores without the chaos
How to keep your flat clean without the drama
Meals to make from your freezer
Healthy and cheap dishes to rustle up using freezer food
Top 6 stress-free study tips
Exams can be a stressful time
Free soup at Scottish Borders Campus
Delicious financial soup'port
Plant-based recipes for beginners
Kickstart the new year with these vegan recipes
Laundry at Scottish Borders Campus
Make laundry day a breeze
8 things to love about Scotland
Here's our pick of the bunch
Sustainable re-sale shopping apps
Shop and sell whilst saving the planet
Paddle boarding at Scottish Borders
Take a look at how it went
Contents insurance with Howden
The new name for My Endsleigh
Go Ape at Scottish Borders
Swinging through the trees
Stress busters
Essential tips and tricks to destress
How reading can improve your mental wellbeing
Take a moment for yourself
Where do I pick up my post?
Where to pick up your post at Jean Muir Student Village
TV Licensing - Don't risk a fine
When do you need a TV licence?
How to be the best flatmate
Living with new people at university can be a challenge
FREE bus pass for under 22
Where will free bus travel take you?
Top Student Photos around the Scottish Borders
We ran a Spring Photography Competition
Go Global Accommodation Options
There are a few accommodation options available
Undergraduate Room Types
Deciding on accommodation at University is exciting
Accommodation FAQs
You may have questions before you arrive at Heriot-Watt
Accommodation Guarantee
What Does it Mean?
Reporting Maintenance Issues - Scottish Borders
Help us by reporting any maintenance defects in your room
How to Dispose of Your Waste
Heriot-Watt's disposal policies
Bike Routes around the Scottish Borders Campus
Want to get out and fancy a bike ride?
Cycling and bike hire at Scottish Borders Campus
The Scottish Borders is a mecca for cycling
What to do in the event of a fire...
How and when to raise the alarm
Banned & Prohibited Items In Halls
Read this to ensure that you do not bring any contraband
Food shopping on a £20 budget
Food shopping is a necessity when becoming a student
What's in my bag? Ndulamo's essentials
Your guide to the accessories and essentials your bag NEEDS
Fire Safety in Halls
You need to know some important fire safety information
Weekly Fire Alarm Test at Scottish Borders
The University conducts weekly testing of the systems
What's provided in Jean Muir Student Village?
It's useful to know exactly what we provide in your halls
Packing for uni
The clothing essentials
The best student banks in the UK & Scotland
Put your money troubles to rest and bank the smart way
Scottish Borders Campus Map
Explore and figure out where everything is
How to find part-time jobs as a student
A comprehensive guide
Volunteering & work in Galashiels
give back to the community or earn some extra pennies
Societies, fitness & well-being in Galashiels
Find everything you need here!
Things to do in Galashiels
Lost on what sort of activities there are to do in the area?
Food & shopping in Galashiels
Hungry for some delicious food and bargains?
How to Connect to WiFi in Halls
The Wi-Fi in halls is managed by Glide
My morning routine
A morning routine to help you feel energised and prepared!
Togetherall - You're not alone
Need to chat?
What to do when you feel blue
It can be easy to get lost in all the hustle and bustle
Sophie's vegan stir-fry
My ugly, vegan stir-fried Yakisoba noodles with veg & tofu
Anshika's Egg Curry
Fed up with the same chicken curry?
Darshana's Umm Ali
Something quick and easy to rustle up when you get hungry
Harshita's tips for making friends at uni
Everybody is in the same boat
5 ways to jazz up your pasta dish
The standard go-to meal at uni is pasta
Maisa's turkey pasta
Super simple, budget-friendly pasta dish
Brush up on your Scots lingo
This might be the first time you hear many of these words!
A guide to living in the UK
Tips to help you prepare for your big move to Edinburgh
4 places to visit during your time at Heriot-Watt
Josh's blog
Heriot Watt Accommodation Tour Vlog
You have a range of choices when it comes to accommodation
5 simple indoor workouts
Not got a gym membership?
Heading into the city? Stay safe with these tips!
Make great memories on your nights out, while staying safe
Living away: Ways to adapt to independence
A new place, surrounded by unknown faces - how do you adapt?
How to avoid a fire alarm activation
Picture the scene...
Safety & First Aid - SafeGuarding Services
Safeguarding the Uni’s population, assets and reputation
Ways to Reduce Your Food Waste
33% of food produced globally is lost or wasted each year
Locked out at Scottish Borders campus?
Hopefully, it never happens to you...
5 things you can do to help save the planet
How to do your bit as a student in Edinburgh
First Aid Basics Guide
What to do when someone's in danger
