Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

Malaysia. The Malaysian campus of Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University, in Putrajaya, awarding the same UK degrees.

Programmes, intakes and fees

ProgrammesFoundation (science or business), bachelor’s, master’s and PhD in business, finance, built environment, engineering, computing and psychology

Official site: hw.ac.uk. Checked October 2026.

Programmes in the PAL course finder

ProgrammeLevelSubject area
Built EnvironmentFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDEngineering & technology
BusinessFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDBusiness & economics
ComputingFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDComputing & IT
EngineeringFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDEngineering & technology
FinanceFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDBusiness & economics
PsychologyFoundation, Bachelor's, Master's, PhDEducation & languages

Open these programmes in the course finder to compare them or start an application.

Studying in Malaysia

Typical figures for international students in Malaysia. The university's own fees are above.

Tuition (bachelor's)$4,000–6,000 a year
Tuition (master's)$4,000–6,000 a year
Living costs$400–700 a month
LanguageEnglish widely used in teaching
Work while studyingUp to 20 hours a week, only in semester breaks of more than 7 days, with approval
After graduatingNo general post-study work visa; an employer applies for an employment pass
Usual intakesJanuary, May and September (varies by university)

Sources: Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS); PAL Malaysia guide.

How PAL helps you apply to Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

  1. Free first conversation. A PAL counsellor checks your grades, English level and budget against the entry requirements.
  2. Documents. We tell you exactly which documents Heriot-Watt University Malaysia asks for, and check each one before it is sent.
  3. Application. PAL submits your application and follows up with the university until you have a decision.
  4. Visa and travel. We help you prepare your student visa application, accommodation and arrival.

PAL Education is an independent study abroad consultancy, not Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. Fees, programmes and dates change, so always confirm them with PAL or on the university's official website before you apply.