Dubai

September intake is now open

Study our portfolio of research informed programmes designed for the future industry.

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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

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FutureMade for 200 years

Heriot-Watt University Dubai offers an extensive range of research-informed degree programmes with strong links to business and industry.

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Announcement

Campus closure and temporary transition to online learning

In light of the current regional situation, the Heriot-Watt University Dubai campus will remain closed from Monday, 2 March 2026 until Friday, 3 April 2026 (inclusive). During this period, all teaching and university services will continue remotely. For more details about the campus closure and academic schedule, please consult our FAQ.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Why 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.

Edinburgh Business School

The Edinburgh Business School offers premium business management education at both, undergraduate and postgraduate level, with programs in Accountancy, Business Management, Marketing, Enterprise, Finance, Logistics and Strategy.

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.

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.

Scholarships 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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Announcement

Campus closure and temporary transition to online learning