About Heriot Watt University
🎓 Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM) – A World-Class Scottish Education in Malaysia
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM), located in Putrajaya, is the first overseas campus of the prestigious Heriot-Watt University from Edinburgh, Scotland – a world-renowned institution with a heritage of over 200 years of academic excellence.
Known globally for its strong industry connections, research excellence, and graduate employability, HWUM brings the same British degree experience to Malaysia, allowing students to earn an internationally recognized degree closer to home.
🌟 Why HWUM Stands Out
Global Recognition
Part of a UK Top 40 University (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide)
Ranked in the Top 250 Universities worldwide (QS Rankings)
Degrees awarded are identical to those from the UK campus
Future-Focused Learning
Strong expertise in Engineering, Business, and Computer Science
Emphasis on research, innovation, and problem-solving
Industry-driven curriculum with real-world projects
International Advantage
Opportunity for inter-campus transfers between Malaysia, Scotland, and Dubai campuses
Multicultural student body representing over 100 nationalities
Strong global network of alumni and corporate partners
💼 Popular Programs at HWUM
Mechanical, Civil & Chemical Engineering
Actuarial Science & Data Science
Business, Accounting & Finance
Psychology with Management
Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
Energy, Petroleum & Renewable Engineering
🏆 Why Choose HWUM?
✅ Prestigious UK university with a 200-year history
✅ Degrees fully recognized in the UK and worldwide
✅ Opportunities for global mobility across 3 campuses
✅ Industry-focused teaching with high graduate employability
✅ State-of-the-art campus in Putrajaya with advanced facilities
✅ A multicultural, globally connected learning environment.
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM), located in Putrajaya, is the first overseas campus of the prestigious Heriot-Watt University from Edinburgh, Scotland – a world-renowned institution with a heritage of over 200 years of academic excellence.
Known globally for its strong industry connections, research excellence, and graduate employability, HWUM brings the same British degree experience to Malaysia, allowing students to earn an internationally recognized degree closer to home.
🌟 Why HWUM Stands Out
Global Recognition
Part of a UK Top 40 University (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide)
Ranked in the Top 250 Universities worldwide (QS Rankings)
Degrees awarded are identical to those from the UK campus
Future-Focused Learning
Strong expertise in Engineering, Business, and Computer Science
Emphasis on research, innovation, and problem-solving
Industry-driven curriculum with real-world projects
International Advantage
Opportunity for inter-campus transfers between Malaysia, Scotland, and Dubai campuses
Multicultural student body representing over 100 nationalities
Strong global network of alumni and corporate partners
💼 Popular Programs at HWUM
Mechanical, Civil & Chemical Engineering
Actuarial Science & Data Science
Business, Accounting & Finance
Psychology with Management
Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
Energy, Petroleum & Renewable Engineering
🏆 Why Choose HWUM?
✅ Prestigious UK university with a 200-year history
✅ Degrees fully recognized in the UK and worldwide
✅ Opportunities for global mobility across 3 campuses
✅ Industry-focused teaching with high graduate employability
✅ State-of-the-art campus in Putrajaya with advanced facilities
✅ A multicultural, globally connected learning environment.
