What courses are offered at Heriot-Watt University?

Heriot Watt Dubai offers 81 courses. The courses offered at Dubai campus are at UG, PG and PhD levels. Study areas at this university are Architectural Engineering , Business and Management, Computer Science, Civil and Structural Engineering, Communication and Design, Data Science and more. Popular courses of Heriot-Watt Dubai are MSc in AI, MSc in Petroleum Engineering , MSc in Finance and Management, etc.

What is the duration of Heriot-Watt Dubai MSc Petroleum Engineering course?

MSc Petroleum Engineering course of Heriot University Dubai is one-year. This course allows students to study specific-courses and take a field development project (with fellow students) and an individual research project. Also, this course is accredited by the QAA in the UK and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the UAE. For Sep 2026 intake, the fees for this course is AED 172,484 (Around INR 42.4 lakh).

Is Heriot-Watt Dubai expensive?

Tuition fees to study at Heriot Watt Dubai is between INR 4.78 L - 80.94 L. Housing cost in Dubai is about INR 135,318 - INR 425,724 as per Numbeo. Course wise fees are mentioned below for Indian students- Course Tuition MS INR 27 L - 44 L M.Arch INR 26 L - 27 L MIM INR 26 L - 29 L B.E. / B.Tech INR 5 L - 15 L B.Arch INR 5 L - 6 L B.A. INR 6 L - 14 L B.J.M.C. INR 5 L UG certificate INR 21 L

What is the application fees for Heriot Watt University- Dubai campus?

Students must pay application fees of AED 300 (INR 7.8 K) to confirm seat in university. Apart from this, it is mandatory for Indian students to pay refundable security amount of AED 1,000.

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Heriot Watt Dubai is a leading provider of online courses, offering a wide range of programs designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge. With years of experience in the industry, Heriot Watt Dubai has established a reputation for delivering high-quality, online training. Their courses cater to diverse learners and are delivered through various formats to suit different learning styles. Students benefit from hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Heriot Watt Dubai`s team of experienced instructors brings industry expertise to the classroom, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. With a high satisfaction rate among past participants, Heriot Watt Dubai remains a trusted choice for individuals seeking to advance their careers through targeted education.

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Heriot Watt University-Dubai Campus Fee Breakdown 2027

For Indian students, the total cost of studying at Heriot Watt University-Dubai Campus is a critical factor to make an admission decision. Of the total cost, tuition fee makes up for the large portion. Apart from tuition, there are other expenses that an Indian student has to incur. These additional expenses are housing, transport, food and grocery, books and supplies, etc.

The full cost of studying at the Heriot Watt University-Dubai Campus can be seen in the table below:

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range
MS	INR 2,715,005 - 4,531,155	-	-	-
MBA/PGDM	INR 2,863,430 - 3,467,640	-	-	-
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 540,269 - 2,161,075	-	-	-
M.Sc.	INR 2,614,601 - 2,935,620	-	-	-
MIM	INR 2,614,601 - 2,935,620	-	-	INR 564,805
BBA	INR 488,359 - 8,264,542	-	-	INR 564,805
M.Arch	INR 2,614,601 - 2,717,054	-	-	-
B.Arch	INR 540,269 - 583,982	-	-	-

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Q: How much does it cost to study at Heriot Watt University Dubai for Indian students?

Heriot Watt University Dubai is one of the most esteemed universities in Dubai. Heriot Watt University Dubai tuition fee may vary from one programme to another. Heriot Watt University Dubai annual tuition fee for Indian student for both UG and PG programme is listed below-

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 4.78 L - 80.94 L
PG	INR 25.56 L - 44.47 L

Q: What is the ranking of Heriot Watt University Dubai?

Heriot Watt University Dubai is one of the finest universities in the Dubai. Though Heriot Watt University's Dubai campus is not ranked by QS, but as per QS Rakings, Heriot Watt University UK ranks at #325 under the category of “QS World University Rankings 2027”.

Q: What are the fee components of MSc courses at Heriot Watt, Dubai?

There are many different fee components to take care of when students plan on getting a degree abroad. Some of them are –

· Accommodation

· Insurance

· Transportation

The breakdown of fee components is given below:

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition	INR 13 L – 50 L
Hostel	INR 7.61 L – 10.26 L
Insurance	1 L
Others	INR 38.7 K – 4.64 L
Total Fee	INR 22.67 L – 66.47 L

Q: What are the MS rankings by THE at Heriot Watt, Dubai?

The Heriot Watt Dubai University offers only one single MS Course for international students. The University has been ranked # 276 in the world, #40 in UK and #27 for its MS Courses as per Shiksha's Popularity Ranking.

The MS Rankings by THE (Times Higher Education) are given below:

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
THE (Times Higher Education) - Engineering	176	201	251
THE (Tines Higher Education) – PG Computer Science	251	301	301
THE (Times Higher Education) – Life Sciences	401	401	501

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Tips: Before joining Heriot Watt, expect a self-directed learning style and fast academic pace; cultural shifts include independent living and diverse classmates, and adapting to UK academic expectations and teaching style are more discussion- and application-based rather than memorization. Overall it's a strong university.

Likes (Indian Food): You likely found good restaurant variety and reasonable availability of your cuisine, eating out is convenient, there are so many restaurants nearby which we can get our food and many areas have also ethnic grocery and street food spots that makes home style cooking easier and more affordable.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The biggest issue is usually that the visa pathways are incredibly confusing and the rules for staying long-term keep changing. Honestly, your chances of staying permanently completely depend on your specific job skills, what’s in demand, and how well you fit into the current immigration policies. Without those pieces aligning, settling down here is technically possible, but you definitely can't bet on it. If you don't have a bulletproof plan or a really strong route to qualify, the whole thing is honestly a gamble rather than a safe bet.

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Is MBA good at MDX Dubai or Heriot-Watt?

Answered 3 days ago

MUD offers about 23 MBA courses for international students while Heriot-Watt University has an availability of 41 MBA courses but Middlesex, Dubai is more affordable with tuition fee of INR 20 L – 30 L with not much difference in the acceptance rates.

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Are Scholarships available for Indian students at Heriot Watt?

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, there are many Scholarships and Bursaries available at Heriot Watt University for International students. They are generally based on the merit of the student. There is an availability of 11 Scholarships for international students. The total scholarship amounts to INR 15.4 Cr.

The table given do

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Why is Heriot Watt, Dubai popular among Indian students?

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The Heriot Watt, Dubai University is popular for all the right reasons for Indian students-

· The University provides quality STEM Courses – Mathematics, Physics, Architecture and Engineering

· It is accredited by UK quality Assurance Agency.

· The University has the Research Excellen

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What are the most opted MSc Courses at Heriot Watt, Dubai?

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Heriot Watt University Dubai offers a huge range of MSc courses, around 91 of them for a time-period of 12 months to 21 months. The tuition fee of MS Courses are INR 14 L – 51 L.

Popular MSc Courses are –

· Data Science

· Sports Psychology

· Finance and Management

· Civil Engineer

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Is MS Course worth it at Heriot Watt, Dubai?

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The Heriot Watt University offers only 1 course in MS for international students for a duration of 2 years. The specialisation is in Fashion and Textiles Management. The MS courses are ranked at #27 as per Shiksha. The tuition fee for MS Course is INR 25.98 L. There is a strong return on investment

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