Heriot-Watt University Scholarship in the UAE 2026 for Bachelor's Degrees with Up to 50% Tuition Fee Discount
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- Age18 - 60
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Job locationUnited Arab Emirates
- Deadline2026-12-31
Opportunity description
Heriot-Watt University Dubai offers an undergraduate merit scholarship for high-achieving students applying to its undergraduate programmes across all schools. The award is calculated from the net first-year tuition fee, and applications are open with no closing date stated; students can also browse undergraduate and other scholarships and more opportunities for youth.
About the Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
The scholarship is available across all undergraduate programmes at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Depending on the applicant’s qualification and results, the award covers 30%, 40% or 50% of the net first-year tuition fee, after any other scholarships or discounts have been deducted. The scholarship amount is distributed equally across annual instalments for the duration of study. Scholarships and discounts include 5% VAT, and the amount is reflected in the payment plan issued by Finance.
Who Should Apply
This scholarship is intended for students with strong academic results who are applying to an undergraduate programme at the Dubai campus. Applicants may be considered through a range of school-leaving qualifications, with award levels depending on the qualification and result achieved. Students seeking direct entry to the second year are assessed separately against relevant subject performance and English language requirements.
Key Highlights
- Undergraduate study across all Heriot-Watt schools at the Dubai campus.
- Scholarship levels of 30%, 40% or 50% based on academic results.
- Calculated against net first-year tuition fees and distributed across annual instalments for the duration of study.
- 5% VAT is included in the scholarship and discount calculations.
- Applications are open; no application deadline is stated.
Benefits
- A 30%, 40% or 50% scholarship, depending on the qualification and academic results.
- Calculated on the net first-year tuition fee after deducting any other scholarships or discounts.
- Distributed equally across annual instalments for the duration of study.
- Scholarships and discounts include 5% VAT and are reflected in the payment plan issued by Finance.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must intend to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at Heriot-Watt University Dubai.
Applicants must hold a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification accepted by the university.
Applicants must achieve the required academic grades to qualify for the corresponding tuition fee discount.
Applicants must meet the academic admission requirements and English language proficiency requirements for their chosen program.
Applicants must submit an application for their chosen degree program and complete the admission procedures.
Applicants must pay the tuition fee deposit to benefit from the scholarship discount.
Applicants must maintain an overall grade of at least C in each academic year to continue receiving the scholarship, in accordance with the university's requirements.
Scholarship Discounts Based on Academic Grades
The tuition fee discount varies depending on the secondary school qualification system. Examples include:
Qualification System 30% Discount 40% Discount 50% Discount Tawjihi or equivalent national curriculum qualifications 85%–89.9% 90%–94.9% 95% or above Indian CBSE 80%–84.9% 85%–89.9% 90% or above American High School Diploma 85% 90% 95% International Baccalaureate (IB) 28–32 points 33–36 points 37 points or above A-Levels BBB ABB AAB
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Heriot-Watt University Scholarship in the UAE 2026 for Bachelor's Degrees with Up to 50% Tuition Fee Discount