Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Putrajaya, Malaysia • World Rank #2865
Overview
English Name: Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Control Type: Private
World Rank: #2865
Rank in Malaysia: #31
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Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, a university based in Putrajaya, Malaysia, operates as a higher-education provider contributing to higher-education provision in Malaysia.
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's academic offerings include a broad programme catalogue, structured across multiple qualification levels and delivered through its academic units. Each unit operates with its own admissions criteria within institutional standards.
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's standing — captured by #2865 globally and #31 within Malaysia — places it within Malaysia's academic hierarchy. The institution participates in Malaysia's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.
Location & Contact
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.
Programs Offered
Every programme Heriot-Watt University Malaysia currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable. Status and intake details vary by programme — verify with the institution before committing to applications.
Bachelor's Degree
54 programmes
These 54 programmes make up Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Robotics & Automation 4 years On-campus
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 180,000 MYR/total
International tuition: 216,000 MYR/total
MA Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing 3 years On-campus
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 109,680 MYR/total
International tuition: 128,544 MYR/total
MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering 4 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) and the worldwide Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Project-based learning, where you will engage and get hands-on experience with real-world industry projects during your first year A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 180,000 MYR/total
MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering 4 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) This programme contextualises mechanical engineering science principles with mini-projects and encourages working in groups to produce solutions to engineering problems Project-based learning, where you will engage and get hands-on experience with real-world industry projects during your first year A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 180,000 MYR/total
MEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering Robotics & Automation 4 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) and Engineering Council UK Project-based learning, where you will engage and get hands-on experience with real-world industry projects during your first year A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 180,000 MYR/total
MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction 4 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) and the Joint Board of Moderators (UK) for the purposes of meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer Project-based learning, where you will engage and get hands-on experience with real-world industry projects during your first year A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 180,000 MYR/total
MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance Accounting 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Exemption of up to the maximum number of papers from the professional bodies – 9 papers for ACCA, 8 papers for ICAEW, 6 papers for CPA and 8 papers for CIMA Industry linked projects and global projects with other campuses Standardised learning and teaching materials across the three campuses A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BBA (Hons) Business Administration Business Administration 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Flexible modules for you to choose from Industry-linked projects and global projects with other campuses Standardised learning and teaching materials across the three campuses A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Information Systems with Data Analytics Data Science & Analytics 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Learn the combination of business analytics and information systems Empowers you with practical data analytics skills for impactful, data-driven decision-making in today’s business and tech landscapes A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 119,880 MYR/total
MEng Robotic and Mechatronic Engineering Robotics & Automation 4 years On-campus English
Course Highlights This programme combines a broad range of multidisciplinary knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, with intelligent embedded control to solve complex engineering problems Select appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools to estimate, model, simulate and solve complex robotic and mechatronic engineering problems with an understanding of the limitations Participate in workshops and laboratory activities as well as different project modules that will give you hands-on experience and help you apply what you learn into building and designing robotic and mechatronic systems A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 144,000 MYR/total
MA (Hons) International Business Management with Marketing (IBMM) Advertising & Digital Marketing 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years Future proof yourself through Heriot-Watt's EmPOWER programme, which helps students hone their soft skills
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 91,560 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Finance with Data Analytics Finance, Banking & Insurance 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc Psychology with Marketing Psychology 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science Data Science & Analytics 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society, UK, allowing for some exemptions from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA)'s professional examinations Provides a blend of theoretical and applied elements of modern statistics and aims to give you the training in modelling, analysing and interpreting real data that is required in the economy, industry and research A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 131,760 MYR/total
MA (Hons) Business and Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Combination of technology and data collection for analysing and problem solving Positions you to obtain the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter Industry-linked projects and global projects with other campuses Standardised learning and teaching materials across the three campuses
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Quantity Surveying 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Board of Quantity Surveyors Malaysia (BQSM), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) Internationally recognised for the quality of its research and teaching and is Scotland’s top-rated construction management department A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Management Psychology 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights The psychology component of the programme (70%) covers the core domains of psychology, namely biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, individual differences, social psychology, conceptual and historical issues in psychology and research methods The management component of the programme (30%) introduces a range of topics that are relevant to workplace psychology such as consumer behaviour, marketing, human resource management and project management Teachings and assessments emphasise application to real-world issues, and enhance transferable employability skills such as numerical and computer literacy, communication and teamwork A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
MA (Hons) Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing English
B.Sc.(Hons) Construction Project Management Civil Engineering & Construction English
BSc (Hons) Psychology Psychology 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights The programme covers the core domains of psychology, namely biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, individual differences, social psychology, conceptual and historical issues in psychology and research methods Teachings and assessments emphasise application to real-world issues, and enhance transferable employability skills such as numerical and computer literacy, communication and teamwork A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BBA (Hons) Bachelor of Business Administration Business Administration English
BEng (Hons) / MEng Chemical Engineering Chemistry English
MA (Hons) Accounting & Business Finance Accounting English
MA (Hons) International Business Management International Business 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights You can choose 5 different Streams, which are tailor-made for specialisation Industry-linked projects and global projects with other campuses Standardised learning and teaching materials across the three campuses A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 114,450 MYR/total
BSc (Hons) Computing Science Information Systems & Technology 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Option to specialise in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence or Graphics and Visualisation Focuses on software development and algorithms, with the aim of constructing robust and usable systems for industry and commerce Industrial Training is the compulsory internship during the summer break between Years 2 and 3 A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 119,880 MYR/total
Master of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction English
BEng (Hons) / MEng, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Robotics & Automation English
MEng Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering English
BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science Actuarial Science 3 years On-campus English
Course Highlights Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society and the Society of Actuaries (SOA) under UCAP-AC, which is the highest level of recognition in Malaysia Mirrors the highly successful BSc Actuarial Science degree offered in the UK, which is accredited by the UK Actuarial Profession Full accreditation from IFoA with the maximum exemptions of 6 papers in the new IFoA curriculum A truly global university with an option to transfer to campuses in the UK and Dubai
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 131,760 MYR/total
Master of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering Previously known as : MEng Petroleum Engineering Chemical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Previously known as : MEng Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Previously known as : MEng Chemical Engineering with Oil and Gas Technology Chemical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Previously known as : B. Eng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Robotics & Automation On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Business Administration Sarjana Muda Pentadbiran Perniagaan Management & Leadership 3 years On-campus
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 109,680 MYR/total
International tuition: 128,544 MYR/total
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Computing Science Computer Sciences On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Psychology Psychology On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Management Psychology On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying Quantity Surveying On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Statistical Data Science Applied Mathematics & Statistics On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Previously known as : BEng Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
BEng Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering Previously known as : BEng in Petroleum Engineering Chemical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Previously known as : BSc Actuarial Science Applied Mathematics & Statistics On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Bachelor of Science in Construction Project Management Previously known as : BSc Construction Project Management Engineering & Technology On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in Business and Finance Previously known as : MA Business and Finance Business Administration On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Electrical Engineering On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in International Business Management with Marketing Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in International Business Management with Human Resource Management Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in International Business Management with Enterprise Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in International Business Management Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in Accounting and Business Finance Accounting On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Master of Arts in International Business Management with Year Abroad Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
23 programmes
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers 23 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.
MSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying Business & Management English
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Business Administration 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 58,050 MYR/total
International tuition: 62,100 MYR/total
MSc Construction Project Management Civil Engineering & Construction English
Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering Chemical Engineering 1 year
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: 47,058 MYR/total
International tuition: 53,272 MYR/total
Master of Science in Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying Previously known as : MSc in Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying Quantity Surveying
Master of Science in Business Strategy, Leadership and Change Previously known as : Msc in Business Strategy, Leadership and Change Management & Leadership
Master of Science in Construction Project Management Previously known as : MSc Construction Project Management Engineering & Technology
MSc Business Psychology Psychology English
Master of Science Renewable Energy Engineering Electrical Engineering 1 year
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: 47,576 MYR/total
International tuition: 54,090 MYR/total
Master of Science in Strategic Project Management Management & Leadership 1 year
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: 47,176 MYR/total
International tuition: 53,272 MYR/total
Master of Science in International Business Management with Marketing Management & Leadership 1 year On-campus
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 47,057 MYR/total
International tuition: 53,272 MYR/total
Master of Science in International Business Management with Finance Management & Leadership 1 year
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: 47,458 MYR/total
International tuition: 53,672 MYR/total
Master of Science in Energy Electrical Engineering
Master of Science in Advanced Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Master of Business Administration Sarjana Pentadbiran Perniagaan Management & Leadership On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
MSc Strategic Project Management Business & Management 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc Renewable Energy Engineering Energy Engineering 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc Petroleum Engineering General Engineering 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc International Business Management with Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc International Business Management with Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc Business Strategy, Leadership and Change Business & Management 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering 1 year On-campus English
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
MBA 1 year English
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: 10,008 MYR/total
International tuition: 11,361 MYR/total
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
6 programmes
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's 6 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.
Doctor of Philosophy Doktor Falsafah Engineering & Technology On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
PhD Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 24,782 MYR/total
International tuition: 27,223 MYR/total
PhD Social and Behavioural Science Natural Sciences 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 24,782 MYR/total
International tuition: 27,223 MYR/total
PhD Engineering and Engineering Trades General Engineering 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 24,782 MYR/total
International tuition: 27,223 MYR/total
PhD Building 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 24,782 MYR/total
International tuition: 27,223 MYR/total
PhD Business and Administration Business & Management 3 years On-campus English
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 24,782 MYR/total
International tuition: 27,223 MYR/total
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
3 programmes
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia lists 3 programmes outside the standard bachelor-to-doctorate ladder — vocational and pathway awards that often carry credit toward a later full degree.
Foundation In Business Business & Management 1 year On-campus English
Course Highlights Tailored program that will transition you into a wide range of degrees including Business, Actuarial Science and Statistical Data Science Innovative challenge-based learning approach providing you with an enhanced and engaging experience A member of the academic staff will be assigned as a mentor to provide general guidance and support Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 25,710 MYR/total
Foundation in Business Previously known as : Foundation in Business and Design Business Administration On-campus
Delivery: On-campus
Foundation in Science Asasi Sains Natural Sciences 1 year On-campus English
Course Highlights Tailored program that will transition you into a wide range of degrees including Engineering, Computer Science, Actuarial Science and Statistical Data Science Innovative challenge-based learning approach providing you with an enhanced and engaging experience A member of the academic staff will be assigned as a mentor to provide general guidance and support Pioneer in education and innovative research for over 200 years
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 28,500 MYR/total
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Below is a five-step path through the application process at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, useful for first-time applicants and international students.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's catalogue includes 86 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's admissions process.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
- 4 Submit your application
Submit your completed application through Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's official website at www.hw.ac.uk. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at 60 3 8894 3888. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Frequently asked questions about Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.
In which city is Heriot-Watt University Malaysia?
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is based in Putrajaya, Malaysia.
Is Heriot-Watt University Malaysia public or private?
It is a private higher-education institution.
Where does Heriot-Watt University Malaysia stand in university rankings?
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia holds rank #2865 globally and #31 in Malaysia.
How do I find Heriot-Watt University Malaysia online?
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's official website is www.hw.ac.uk.
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MO
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TA
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UN
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