Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"UK Heriot-Watt degrees in Dubai Knowledge Park"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#325 (QS)
PSW VISA
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
About Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Heriot-Watt University Dubai, opened in 2005, is the Dubai campus of Scotland's Heriot-Watt University. Its campus is in Dubai Knowledge Park and it awards the same UK degrees as in Edinburgh, in engineering, computer science, business, psychology, fashion and data science.
Rankings & Recognition
#325
Campus of Heriot-Watt University, UK.
Accreditations & Memberships
UAE Ministry of Higher Education / KHDA recognised
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Heriot-Watt University Dubai's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
2005
Opened
Heriot-Watt, Edinburgh
Parent
Dubai Knowledge Park
Location
UK (Heriot-Watt)
Degree
Sep, Jan, May
Intakes
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computer Science
Business
Psychology
Fashion
Data Science
Application Details
Application Route
University online application
Intakes
September, January (some)
IELTS
approx. 6.0-6.5
Alternatives
TOEFL / EmSAT accepted (by uni)
Part-time work
20 hrs/week with MOHRE permit
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS Academic
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approx. 6.0-6.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (uni-sponsored)
Post-Study Work
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Green Card Pathway
Golden Visa (GPA 3.5+, top grads)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Merit-based (university)
Career Outcomes
Job-seeker visa (60-120 days)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is in Dubai, UAE.
Campus Details
Dubai
UAE
Campus Forecast
Hot summers (40°C+
Jun–Sep)
Mild winters (20–25°C
Nov–Mar)
Very low rainfall
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel or private shared housing
Dining
Campus food courts; Indian food widely available
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for visa
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Varies by programme (see university)
UAE tuition range
approx. AED 20,000-100,000+ / year
Student visa costs
approx. AED 5,500-8,500 total
Visa maintenance (some)
AED 2,500 one-time
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake is September (Fall), with a January (Spring) intake for many programmes. Apply 2-3 months early for the visa.
Scholarships at Heriot-Watt University Dubai
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / state) with good marks, attested; IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5 or equivalent.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field (GPA / % by programme); IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
approx. 6.0-6.5Required Documents
Passport (6+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets (attested)
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL / EmSAT)
Passport photos
Medical fitness test (in UAE)
Health insurance
Equivalency (MoE) where needed
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme at Heriot-Watt University Dubai and check entry and English requirements.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with marksheets, passport and English scores.
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Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the seat / tuition deposit.
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Entry permit
The university sponsors your student entry permit.
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Arrive & residence
Do the medical test, Emirates ID and get the 1-year student residence visa.
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Renew yearly
Renew the student visa each year (at least 45 days before expiry).
Campus & Location
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is in Dubai, UAE.
Bachelor's
1
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
📍 Dubai
Bachelor's
BSc Computer Science
Master's
1
Heriot-Watt University Dubai
📍 Dubai
Master's
MSc Data Science
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