Heriot-Watt

University Dubai
Heriot-Watt University
• Founded in 1821, Heriot-Watt has a rich heritage and is
valued for its pioneering research informed by the global
needs of business and industry.

Leaders in ideas and solutions

• Our heritage dates back to 1821 and, ever since, our
community of scholars has been developing
transformational solutions to specific global problems. We
are specialists in engineering, business and science and
leaders in innovative global education for a future world.
New Dubai Campus 2021

Brand new 220,000 sq. ft campus opening in Dubai’s Knowledge Park early 2021 with a
modern and futuristic outlook for a more engaging and interactive learning experience.

The modern campus is set to further enhance the student experience with a digitally
enabled learning environment supporting the delivery of the University’s portfolio of
programmes including in data science, computing and AI, business, accounting and
finance, psychology, architecture and design, construction and engineering.
State-of-the-art facilities
• Dedicated student hub
• Central student services centre
• In-house recording studio
• Enhanced library and social learning spaces
• Digitally enriched classrooms, seminar rooms,
studios, and laboratories
Why choose us?
By choosing to study at Heriot-Watt today you will become part of a community working across
boundaries and cultures

Largest and most

200 years Successfully educating and

No.1 successful international

university in the UAE STRONG HERITAGE
inspiring tomorrow’s professionals
for almost 200 years

Awarded Best University in We offer inter-campus transfers

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the Middle East (Forbes and the chance to experience our
Higher Education Awards – GLOBAL UK and Malaysia campuses
2019)

Awarded a 5-star rating by

KHDA two years in a row
Go Global
As a global university, Heriot-Watt offers you the
opportunity to become a global student by taking
part in an inter-campus transfer, and the chance
to experience our UK and Malaysia campuses.
Edinburgh Campus

Studying abroad is a unique opportunity and

likely to provide some of your most memorable
life experiences.

• Broaden your horizons

• Experience new culture
• Build your global network
• Enhance your career Malaysia Campus
prospects
Undergraduate
School of Mathematics and School of Engineering and School of Energy,
Computer Sciences Physical Sciences Geoscience, Infrastructure
and Society
• Computer Science • Automotive Engineering
• Architecture
• Computer Science • Chemical Engineering
(Artificial Intelligence) • Architectural Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic
• Computer Science Engineering • Civil Engineering
(Cyber Security)
• Mechanical Engineering • Real Estate Management
• Computer Science and Finance
(Data Sciences) • Robotics, Autonomous
and Interactive Systems
• Computer Science
(Software Engineering)
• Computer Systems
• Computer Systems
(Computer Games
Programming)
• Statistical Data Science
• Data Science
Undergraduate
Edinburgh Business School of Social Sciences | School of Textile and
School Psychology Design
• Accountancy and Finance  • Psychology • Fashion Marketing and
Retailing
• Business Administration  • Psychology with
Management • Interior Design
• Business and Finance 
• Communication Design 
• International Business
Management
Entry requirements
There are different entry requirements for programmes offered at Heriot-Watt University
Dubai and vary accordingly for foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate applications.

• GCE A-Level • A recognised first or second-class

• CBSE or equivalent honours degree, or equivalent
• American High School Diploma + SAT • Post-qualifying full-time professional work
• UAE Tawjihiyya experience
• International Baccalaureate • English Proficiency Test
• BTEC
• Foundation year
• African WAEC / NECO / WASSCE
• FBISE
• Curriculum Russian/Kazakhstan (Attestat)
Fees and funding

Undergraduate
Degree Entry Programmes
• AED 45,864 to 76,440 per year

School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society

• AED 67,704 to 73,164 per year

School of Engineering and Physical Sciences |

School of Mathematics and Computer Sciences |
School of Textile and Design
• AED 67,704 per year

School of Social Sciences | Edinburgh Business School | Psychology

• AED 61,152 per year
Student experience and learning support
Heriot-Watt University, Dubai encourages
students to take part in activities, sports,
community services, and networking to develop
leadership skills, positive interpersonal
relationship skills, and to encourage exposure
to various cultures, ideas, arts and styles of life.

Open sessions for student development

support are planned to encourage student
development and support them through their
learning programme. Workshops shall range
from plagiarism, exam stress management,
time management to wide range of other
developmental areas.
Life at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai
Graduate Career Destinations
 Contact us
To book an appointment with our Recruitment and
Admissions team, please call +971 52 213 9432 or email
v.thanki@hw.ac.uk.

For general enquiries, please contact +971 4 277 4500 or

+971 52 201 9031.

https://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/
Join a university that’s truly international.
https://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/