Experience a university introduction like no other with Freshers Week 2023 at Heriot-Watt University. Find out more about events going on in Edinburgh and Galashiels.

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HI!

Welcome to Heriot-Watt's Freshers Week 2023!

We are your Student Union and we represent all 12,000 of you through your university journey at Heriot-Watt. And no great journey starts without a beginning... 

So, get ready for an unforgettable start to this new chapter of your life at Heriot-Watt's Official Freshers Week. It's time to immerse yourself in an exciting lineup of events, make new friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Starting from Saturday September 2nd until Sunday 11th September we will be kicking off the year in style with plenty of opportunities for you to meet your new course mates and to have fun. There will be a wide range of activities including the Watt Welcome Fair on Thursday, night time events and day trips.

Keep reading to find out more about Heriot-Watt's Freshers Week and how to make the most of your time here!

Much Love, your Full Time Officer Team


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