Heriot-Watt University Dubai

• Rank: 29th in Sunday Times Ranking 2021
• Address: Dubai
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• International Office Contact name: Meenu Sharma Shweta Kurar (admissions) Mohit Pharswan (Recruitment Manager)
• International Office Contact Email: meenu.sharma@hw.ac.uk (responsible for all campuses) s.kurar@hw.ac.uk (manager admissions) M.Pharswan@hw.ac.uk (recruitment manager)
• International Office Contact Telephone: +919311855116 (Shweta) +91 9311855118 (Mohit) +91 9321285638 +971 4 872 7000 (Admissions in UAE)
• Accommodation Office Contact Email:
• Accommodation Office Contact Phone:
• Tuition Fee Range: 58,000 - 136,000 AED (£11,600 - £27,200)
• Scholarships:

  There are a variety of scholarships such as: Merit Scholarships (for good grades) Full Advance Fee Payment Discount Covid Relief Scholarship 8000 AED Have a read of the PDF sheet on fee scholarships and course list. if you cannot read it because it is a PDF file (converted from excel) please contact Luke who will email you a direct copy which will be easier to read.

• Additional Info:

  Please watch the training video if you are not already familiar with HW Dubai, entry requirements,  admission process, visas, employment etc

  A copy of the zoom recording can be listened to by clicking the link below

  Zoom link to training video

   

  INTRODUCTION TO HW DUBAI

  HW Dubai has 4,400 students and a wide range of ug and pg courses.

  Located in a brand new building to top level facilities.

  Key Selling Points:

  1. No English language requirement

  2. Gaps in study allowed

  3. No financial documents required to apply for a student visa

  4. Students can work in Dubai part time and full time

  5. PG Students can transfer to part time study when in Dubai and work full time

  6. UG Students can transfer to the UK after foundation year, 1st year or second year.

  7. 24 hours for a ug decision

  8. 2 - 3 days for a pg decision

  9. Dubai is tax free for any earnings

  10. 25% automatic scholarship for Petroleum engineering students

  11. 8 instalments for PT students, 4 instalments for FT students

  Please refer to attached documents "Why HW Dubai" for further information Here is the zoom link to the latest C2C agent training recording held on 28 January 2022 Zoom Link (Passcode: W5%+WEHu)

   

  HOW TO APPLY

  Both UG and PG applications can be submitted online using the following log in and password

  Login Page: https://hwacuk.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login

  Email: applications@connect2counsellors.com

  Password: C2C2021$

  Select "Dubai" from the Location drop down menu

  Important Information from HW: when filling in applications please put the student’s details (email and phone number), If you input your own email address it will interfere with your ability to login to the system. When you submit applications through the agent portal, it will automatically tag to your account; you will also receive notification emails when there is an update on the status of the application.

  The application portal will ask for an agency code, please enter: "connect2counsellors"

   

  STEPS TO FOLLOOW FOR HW DUBAI APPLICATIONS (Message from University July 26)

  Application Submission

  1. Apply through CRM  portal and ensure that all documents marked with a red asterisk (*) are uploaded. Save the application number for future reference.

  2. Offer Letter Turnaround Time - The turnaround time for issuing offer letters is 2 to 7 working days. ( priority  offer on request is possible)

  3. Portal Updates - Regularly check your application portal for updates. The Admissions Team will update the portal if any additional documents are required. The offer letter, once issued, will also be reflected on the portal. Always check the portal first for updates.

  4. Delay in Offer Letter - If the offer letter is not issued within the stipulated turnaround time, please send an email to Shweta and Mohit with the student details requesting an update. You will receive a response within 24 to 48 hours after feedback is received from Dubai Admissions.

  • Shweta – s.kurar@hw.ac.uk

  • Mohit – m.pharswan@hw.ac.uk

  5. Further Updates (Post Offer)

  For any further updates related to:

  • Conditional to unconditional offer

  • Payment plan

  • Visa

  • Any other related queries

  Please write an email to Shweta and Mohit.

  6. Making an Offer Unconditional - If you upload the required documents on the portal to make the offer unconditional, immediately inform Shweta and Mohit via email. Once informed, the offer status will be updated within 24 to 48 hours.

  7. For details related to MOE Equivalency: https://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/study/apply/uae-mohesr-institutional-license/obtaining-equivalency

   

  *Steps to Follow While Making Payment*

   1. Initial Deposit - A 10% deposit must be paid to register at Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus.

   2. Payment Intimation Email - After the payment is made, please send an email to Shweta and Mohit informing them of the payment. Ensure the student’s offer letter is attached to the email. • Shweta – s.kurar@hw.ac.uk • Mohit –m.pharswan@hw.ac.uk 

  3. Bank Details & Payment Mode Bank details can be found at the link:https://www.hw.ac.uk/dubai/study/fees/fees.htm

  Payment can be made either online or via bank transfer. 

  4. Sharing Payment Proof - Please email the payment transaction receipt along with the offer letter to Shweta and Mohit. 

  5. Official Payment Receipt from University - Once the amount is credited to the university’s account, the university will send an official payment receipt to the student via email. Please ask the student to regularly check their email (including spam/junk folder). 

  6. Payment Plan Issuance Along with the payment receipt -  the university will also send a payment plan for the remaining instalments. 

  7. If Payment Plan Is Not Received -  If the payment plan is not received, please email Shweta and Mohit requesting the same. Ensure that the updated offer letter is attached to the email. 

  8. Visa Process (September 2026 Intake) - The visa process will be handled by the university for the September 2026 intake. Visa processing is expected to start by the end of July (approximately). Please ensure that the required instalments are paid on time, as the university can initiate the visa process only after the necessary payments are received. The student will receive the visa-related documents once the university initiates the visa process.

  MBA APPLICATION PROCESS

  MBA programme application process, you’ll need to submit a separate application through the website. It won’t reflect on the CRM portal.

  Once you’ve submitted the application, email the application details to dubaimba@hw.ac.uk and keep Shweta (s.kurar@hw.ac.uk) and Mohit (m.pharswan@hw.ac.uk) in loop.

  While filling out the application, mention your agency details wherever required. Also, mention in your email that the application has been submitted through your agency.

  All further MBA-related follow-ups should continue on the same email thread.

  Thank you for your continued support.

  Regards,

  Meenu Sharma,

   

  OFFERS LETTERS SENT TO AGENTS

  Offer letters will be uploaded onto the application portal and are not sent automatically to the student.  If you submit an application please check the HW application portal DAILY.  Decisions are quick.  The student will receive an email to say check with your agent but it will not give them the decision.

   

  SUMMARY OF TRAINING INTRO HELD ON 6 JANUARY 23

  • Studying at the HW Dubai campus is 30% cheaper in tuition fees than HW UK
  • The Dubai team can assist with all the visa counselling and support
  • UG students can transfer to the UK campus at the end of 1,2 or 3 year and then qualify for the Graduate Route
  • There is a foundation programme for UG students who do not meet the entry requirements.  Would still need 50% in 12th std
  • Estimated living costs for the year is US$ 3900 (in shared accommodation)
  • PG students can work full time and study part time at the weekends.  Average earnings are Rs 2.5/3 lakhs per month/£2500/3000
  • There are UG scholarships for well qualified students up to 50%
  • There are PG scholarships for well qualified students up to 15%
  • Open school qualifications are accepted
  • HND applicants can be considered for year 2
  • 10+2+3 diploma holders can be considered for year 2
  • There is a free PTE English test that students can do, lasts 50 minutes and is on line.
  • There are students from African countries studying at HW Dubai.  
  • Open school qualifications from India will be considered on a case by case basis.

   

  
  A LEVEL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • DEP Engineering- British GCE/IGCSE Five Cs (4s)
  • ADEP Engineering -British GCE/IGCSE Three Bs + 2 Cs

   

• Commission(%): 15-17.5%
• Commission(Additional Information):

  Degree entry programmes = 17.5%

  All other UG and PG courses  = 15%

  5% Dubai VAT has to be deducted. 

  Payment will be made in AED

  UK VAT does not need to be added.

  Commission paid on the gross fee