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Heriot Watt University Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Heriot-Watt University Dubai is a renowned satellite campus of the esteemed Heriot-Watt University (established in the UK in 1821), and it became the first overseas university campus to launch in Dubai International Academic City in 2005.
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Yes. The university has a dedicated Visa Office to help international students through the visa application—students must submit the official visa form and provide or purchase medical insurance for visa approval.
Absolutely. All students on a University Student Residence Visa must submit valid medical insurance. Alternatively, students can opt for university-provided insurance at an additional cost.
Students are encouraged to complete a Pre‑Arrival Checklist, which includes tasks like applying for a visa, securing accommodation, paying fees, setting up a university account, and preparing for welcome induction—assisted by regional personal advisors.

Heriot Watt University Dubai Application Statistics

Students
4000
International Students
1200
Undergraduates
2400
Postgraduate
1600
Faculty Strength
100
International Faculty
100
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Acceptance Rate
24 %
Tuition Fees
AED 57000
Living Cost
AED 36000
Other Fees
AED 2000
Avg. GPA
3
Avg. IB
30
Avg. Percentage
75 %
Avg. SAT
1250
Avg. ACT
28
Avg. IELTS
6
Avg. GMAT
590
Avg. GRE
300
Avg. GRE Quantitative
150
Avg. GRE Verbal
150

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