Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

With a history dating back to 1821, Heriot-Watt University has a longstanding tradition of academic excellence and a proven track record of educating, inspiring, and challenging future professionals. It is recognised as one of the leading universities in the UK for business and industry, with an established reputation for world-class teaching and practical, cutting-edge research. The university and its academic programmes have achieved strong rankings both in the UK and internationally. According to The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, Heriot-Watt University ranks 1st in the UK for Building, 5th in the UK for Mathematics, and 1st in Scotland for Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Building. In the QS World University Rankings 2027, the university is ranked 36th in the UK and 325th globally.According to the Guardian University Guide 2027, Heriot-Watt ranks 2nd in the UK and 1st in Scotland for Chemical Engineering. It also ranks among the top three universities in Scotland for Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Economics, Fashion and Textiles, Interior Design, Language and Linguistics, and Physics. Furthermore, 86.8% of the universitys research and 88.6% of its research outputs have been rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, reflecting its strong commitment to research excellence.Heriot-Watt Universitys degree programmes are designed to be career-focused and aligned with the evolving needs of business and industry. As a result, leading employers actively seek out its graduates. The university collaborates with professional organisations to develop and accredit its degree programmes, ensuring that students receive industry-relevant education and benefit from an environment that nurtures future leaders. Its objective is to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required to achieve their ambitions and excel in their chosen careers. For more than two decades, Heriot-Watt University has remained committed to delivering high-quality education to students worldwide. Its international education initiatives include:Distance Learning: The university pioneered its distance learning programme in 1990, enabling students across the world to pursue a Heriot-Watt University degree.Dubai Campus: Established in 2005, the Dubai campus was the first overseas university campus in Dubai International Academic City. Building on its success, the university opened the first purpose-built campus in 2011.Today, Heriot-Watt University has approximately 29,500 students studying its programmes across 143 countries, demonstrating its extensive international reach.The university continues to expand its global presence, with an exciting future in Malaysia following the recent opening of its new sustainable green campus.