Heriot-Watt University Dubai
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Quick facts
- Location
- Dubai International Academic City
- Levels
- Foundation · Undergraduate · Postgraduate · PhD
- Intakes
- September, January
- Tuition (AED)
- AED 82,264/yr (e.g. BSc CS)
- IELTS
- Foundation 5.5 · Undergraduate 6.0 · Master's 6.0
- Parent ranking
- QS 2027: #325
Tuition: Varies by programme — e.g. AED 82,264/year (BSc Computer Science) and AED 113,685 (MSc Data Science, full-time)
Scholarships
The main scholarships and discounts Heriot-Watt Dubai publishes, in one table.
| Scholarship | Value | Who it is for | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Merit Scholarship | 30%, 40% or 50% of first-year tuition (spread across your degree) | New undergraduates with strong school results (e.g. CBSE 80%+ for 30%, A Levels ABB for 40%, IB 37+ for 50%) | With your application Apply for your programme and pay the deposit — the university assesses you; keep at least a C average to renew |
| Postgraduate Merit Scholarship | 10% or 15% of tuition | Master's applicants with a strong degree (e.g. UK 2:1 for 10%, First Class for 15%) | With your application Apply for your programme and pay the deposit — assessed case by case |
| Future Made for Success Scholarship | AED 8,000 off tuition | Postgraduate students holding an offer letter | With your application Apply and pay the deposit before the deadline (31 October 2026) |
| Programme-specific scholarships | Varies | Selected programmes, e.g. Design, Computing & Mathematics, Petroleum Engineering, MBA | Apply separately Separate application — ask us which ones match your programme |
Scholarship information may change. Final eligibility and awards are decided by the university.
Programmes
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security)
- BSc (Hons) Data Sciences
- BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration
- MA Accountancy and Finance
- MA Business and Finance
- MA International Business Management
Selected programmes. Looking for something else?
Entry requirements
Undergraduate
- Example (BSc Computer Science): A Levels CCC including Maths
- IB Diploma: 24 points including Maths (for the same programme)
- CBSE / Indian boards: 65% including Maths; UAE: 80% (Elite/Advanced 75%)
- A foundation (Degree Entry) programme is available if you don't meet direct entry
Postgraduate
- A good Honours degree (first or second class) or international equivalent
- Many programmes need a related first degree (e.g. computing for MSc Data Science)
- Grade requirements are set per country — ask us to check yours
English language
- Foundation: IELTS 5.5, no band below 5.0
- Undergraduate: IELTS 6.0, no band below 5.5
- Master's: IELTS 6.0, no band below 5.5 (non-STEM: Writing at least 6.0)
- PhD: IELTS 6.5, no band below 6.0
About Heriot-Watt Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is the Dubai campus of Heriot-Watt University, a UK university founded in Edinburgh, Scotland. Students study the same programmes and assessments as in the UK and graduate with a Heriot-Watt degree.
The campus in Dubai International Academic City is strong in engineering, computing and data science, business and finance, psychology and design. Two intakes a year (September and January) give students flexibility on when to start.
It suits students looking for a practical, industry-focused British degree, especially in technical and business subjects, with generous merit scholarships for strong school results.
- Type
- International branch campus
- Degree awarded by
- Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh)
- Education system
- UK degree
- Emirate
- Dubai
- THE 2027
- 451–500
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