Study at Heriot-Watt University Dubai
September intake is now open
Study our portfolio of research informed programmes designed for the future industry.
Tour our campus
The futuristic Heriot-Watt University Dubai campus is designed to offer interactive and collaborative learning experiences with innovative classroom designed to elevate the student experience
FutureMade for 200 years
Heriot-Watt University Dubai offers an extensive range of research-informed degree programmes with strong links to business and industry.
Announcements
Campus closure
In light of the current regional situation, the Dubai campus will be closed from Monday, 2 March 2026 up to and including Friday, 6 March 2026. All students will transition to remote learning during this time. Staff and students should check their university email for further guidance.
Open Day cancelled
Due to the current situation, we have taken the precautionary decision to cancel our upcoming Open Day previously scheduled for Wednesday, 4 March. The safety and wellbeing of our prospective students, guests, and staff remain our top priority. Once the situation has stabilised, we will confirm a new date and reach out to you directly with further details. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to welcoming you to our campus soon.
Study at our Dubai Campus
We offer a range of programmes at degree entry, undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Foundation
Our one-year Degree Entry (Foundation) Programmes are tailored to the Bachelor degrees that we teach, giving you a pathway into the first year of our degrees.
Undergraduate study
Our portfolio of undergraduate programmes covers a range of management, engineering, built environment and fashion subjects.
Postgraduate study
We offer an impressive range of postgraduate taught programmes.
PhD study
Research training in the form of PhD programmes is an important part of our offering at the Dubai campus.
Start your business journey this may
Kickstart your management and finance degree through our exclusive May intake for the International Business Management programmes. Study a degree with strong industry connections taught by leaders in the field
Learn moreWhy choose Heriot-Watt?
Heriot-Watt University enjoys an established reputation for world-class teaching and practical, leading-edge research.
Why choose us?
We were one of the first overseas university to set up in Dubai International Academic City, offering top quality British education to people from the Gulf area.
Go Global
As a global university, Heriot-Watt offers inter-campus transfers and the chance to experience our UK and Malaysia campuses.
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30,000
students worldwide
A truly international university with five global campuses, partners in 150 countries and 30,000 students studying worldwide.
Virtual Tour
Walk through our campus virtually and get a feel for the places where you will learn, connect, and grow.
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Peek into our state-of-the art campus
MoHESR
Our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes are accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the UAE.
Discover the new James Watt Building
Take a look at our newly launched 48,000 sq. ft. building that hosts brand-new learning and social spaces.
See moreScholarships and discounts
You may be eligible for a scholarship, bursary or discount that is available specifically to students studying at our Dubai campus.
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