back to School Guide 95
Heriot-Watt University Dubai has played a central role in this evolution over the last two decades by shaping this dynamic educational landscape. Established in 2005 as the first overseas campus of a UK university in Dubai International Academic City, the university has continued to grow and consolidate its position as a pioneer in tertiary education, drawing on its origins as a university established to teach, train, and reskill the workforce in the jurisdictions in which it operates. Over the past two decades, it has played a critical role in shaping a future-ready workforce for the UAE and the wider Gulf region. With its strong British
heritage, global outlook, and unique globally integrated operating model, the university has consistently adapted its offerings to meet the evolving needs of the region’s dynamic economy. Bridging Global Education with Local Relevance At the core of the university’s mission is a commitment to delivering a world- class British education that is aligned with regional aspirations. The university’s portfolio of programmes spans key sectors, including engineering, business, data science, psychology, construction, architecture, sustainable finance, AI, Robotics, and related computing disciplines critical to the UAE’s national priorities, such as Vision 2031 and the Year of Sustainability. What sets Heriot- Watt University Dubai apart is its deep integration with industry. Programmes are designed in consultation with employers and professional bodies, ensuring that students are not only academically prepared but also equipped for ‘real life learning’ through attachments, internships, placements, and a range of collaborative learning arrangements within industry. An exemplar would be the establishment of our Centres for Doctoral Training, where industry- sponsored students conduct research within the relevant industry ecosystem.
Powered by FlippingBook