Why choose Heriot-Watt?
Heriot-Watt University enjoys an established reputation for world-class teaching and practical, leading-edge research.
We were founded in 1821 as the world's first mechanics institute. In 1966 we were granted University status by Royal Charter.
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Find out more about us at Open Days. Visit our campus, see our facilities, speak to academics about programmes and meet current students.
Why choose us?
We were the first overseas university to set up in Dubai International Academic City, offering top quality British education to people from the Gulf area.
Smart Construction
The Centre of Excellence in Smart Construction fosters creative collaboration between research teams, industry and UAE government within the construction sector
Study at our Dubai Campus
We offer a range of programmes at degree entry, undergraduate and postgraduate level.
A truly international university with five global campuses, partners in 150 countries and 30,000 students studying worldwide.
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We are ranked 35th of UK universities.
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Our Dubai campus cultivates a truly multi-cultural environment