Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is a branch campus of the UK's Heriot-Watt University in Putrajaya near Kuala Lumpur. The official site says the campus opened to students in September 2014, and teaching is in English. Below is what we confirmed; anything unconfirmed is stated as such.
Fees, deadlines and requirements can change; confirm them on the university's official pages before applying. Information last reviewed: 3 October 2026
About
The campus opened in September 2014 and was formally launched on 12 February 2015. The university states a GBP 35 million investment and capacity for up to 4,000 students. Stated areas include business, finance, built environment and engineering, with foundation in science and business, plus master's and PhD. It is listed in the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR). Actual enrolment and the share of international students were not verified.
Location
The campus is in Putrajaya by the lake, close to Putrajaya marina, roughly 25 km from Kuala Lumpur. Address: No. 1, Jalan Venna P5/2, Presint 5, Putrajaya 62200.
World rankings
| Ranking body | Overall rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | Not verified at source | — |
| Times Higher Education (THE) | Not verified at source | — |
| U.S. News Best Global Universities | Not verified at source | — |
| ARWU / Shanghai Ranking | Not verified at source | — |
Figures are overall institutional ranks, not subject rankings, and change every year; check each ranking body for the latest edition.
Programmes
- Foundation: Science or Business
- Bachelor: business, finance, built environment, engineering and others
- Taught master's (including MBA) and PhD programmes
- The full programme list was not verified here; see the official course pages
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
Applications are accepted year-round through an online portal with certified transcripts and English proof. Undergraduate intakes are January and September, with May and July added for foundation. The equivalence required for the Saudi secondary certificate was not verified.
Postgraduate
Taught master's intakes are January and September (May for the MBA); research degrees January and September, per the apply page. Academic entry requirements were not verified.
English language requirements
Per the university's document dated 31 July 2024 (may have changed): IELTS 5.5 for foundation and year 1, 6.0 for year 2, 6.5 for year 3 and taught master's. TOEFL iBT 70, 70, 80, 90, 90 respectively; PTE 44, 44, 50, 58, 58. Duolingo is not listed. Confirm current scores before applying.
Fees and cost of living
2026/2027 fees for non-Malaysians in RM per the official page: Foundation Science 39,718.20 and Business 36,252 (total); undergraduate 49,046.20 to 59,529.60 per year; taught master's 63,875.60 to 73,935 (total); PhD 21,306 to 47,276 per year. A 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysians and fees may change. International application fee is RM530.
Application deadlines
Applications are open year-round; intakes are January, May and July (foundation) and September. Closing dates per intake did not appear on the page we read, which notes visa deadlines vary by intake. Check the official apply page.
Scholarships and financial aid
The Foundation Excellence Award gives RM15,000 per year through the undergraduate degree for Grade A (70% or above) and RM9,000 for Grade B (60%), for 2026 and 2027 foundation intakes, with the grade to be maintained. Other named awards (High Achiever's for foundation and undergraduate, PhD, Women in Science and Engineering) had no details on the page we read. International eligibility for each was not confirmed.
International students
International applicants pay a RM530 application fee and a student visa fee of RM3,900 for one year for most nationalities, per the apply page; a personal bond may apply via Education Malaysia. Confirm current figures before applying.
Campus life and housing
The university lists Antara Residence, 1 km from campus with three-bedroom apartments, plus off-campus residences in Cyberjaya and Putrajaya 10 to 15 minutes by car, with a free shuttle. Rental prices were not published on the page. Contact MYaccommodation@hw.ac.uk.
Why students choose it
- Campus opened in 2014 in Putrajaya with capacity for about 4,000 students, per the university
- 2026/27 fees published in RM for foundation, undergraduate, master's and PhD
- Official document gives English scores per level
- Nearby housing and a free shuttle, per the university
How to apply
- Choose the programme and level (bachelor's / master's / PhD) that fits your academic background.
- Check admission, language and deadline details on the university's official page (links under Sources).
- Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, English test result, and any essays or references required.
- Submit through the university portal, Common App or UCAS depending on the institution, and pay any fee.
- After admission: obtain the admission document (e.g. I-20 or CAS), then visa and housing.
Almorad helps prepare and follow up your application but cannot guarantee admission; the decision belongs to the university. Contact us or browse the universities list.
FAQ
What are undergraduate fees for international students?
Per the official 2026/27 page: RM49,046.20 to 59,529.60 per year, plus 6% service tax for non-Malaysians.
What IELTS score is needed?
From the university's July 2024 document: 5.5 for foundation and year 1 up to 6.5 for year 3 and master's. Confirm current scores.
When can I start?
Foundation and undergraduate: January and September, with May and July also for foundation. Taught master's: January and September (May for MBA).
Does the campus have its own world ranking?
We found no separate ranking for the Malaysia campus in QS, THE, US News or ARWU. The university's site only cites the parent university's UK rank in QS 2024.
Does Almorad guarantee admission?
No. Almorad prepares and follows up your application; the university decides.
Sources
- Official website — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/
- HWUM tuition fees 2026/27 — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/study/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees
- HWUM apply — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/study/apply
- HW English language requirements (31 Jul 2024) — https://www.hw.ac.uk/document-library/professional-services/registry-services/academic-registry/englishlanguagerequirements-malaysia.pdf
- HWUM scholarships — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships/heriot-watt-university-scholarships
- HWUM about the campus — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/campus/about-the-campus
- HWUM accommodation — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/campus/accommodation
- HWUM homepage — https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia
- MQA MQR listing (earlier pass; not re-opened) — https://www2.mqa.gov.my/mqr/english/eakrKPList.cfm?IDAkrIPTS=705
Cover photo: Putra Mosque and Perdana Putra, Putrajaya (a city landmark, not the campus) — Stefan Fussan, CC BY-SA 3.0 — via Wikimedia Commons.
