Overview

In industry, commerce and the public sector, where business transactions are underpinned by technology, workplaces need individuals who can create and exploit practical and effective systems. The Computer Systems (Hons) BSc degree from Heriot-Watt University Dubai graduates will move into these sectors armed with a blend of interpersonal and technical skills that will meet current needs and the needs of the organisations of the future.

The BSc (Hons) Computer Systems degree is accredited by BCS, the chartered institute for IT.

Why study Computer Systems at Heriot-Watt University's Dubai Campus?

Unlike other universities, ours offers a technical programme that equips students with the right skills for programming and web development.
We carry out extensive research in computer science subjects, which feeds into our teaching programmes, keeping them relevant and up to date.
A large percentage of our graduates get good jobs following graduation.
We have transfer options to our Edinburgh Campus, allowing students to complete their studies in the UK.

Students of the Computer Systems (Hons) degree from Heriot-Watt University Dubai who wish to remain in Dubai after graduation can extend their studies by entering one of our postgraduate diploma programmes leading to a Master’s award.

Employability

Prospects in industry, commerce and the public sector are excellent. The growth in network services on computers in the office and home, and on mobile handheld devices, has increased the demand for experts who can design, implement and manage systems combining rich computational, communication and multimedia facilities for non-specialist users.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Agents
Data Communications and Networking
Knowledge Management
Software Engineering

Computer Network Security
3D Graphics and Animation
Information Systems Methodologies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

Most students apply 6–10 months in advance of their chosen intake. We can accept applications up until 3 weeks before the start of each intake.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Computational Mathematics View 56 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

GCE A-Level - CCC (or AABB at AS-Level)
CBSE/Other Indian Boards - 65%.
American High School Diploma/SABIS - 70% + SAT I – 1000 (500 English and 500 Math)
Tawjihiyya - 80% or Elite/Advance - 75%
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points (3 HL, and 3 SL)
BTEC Level 3 Ext Diploma - MMM
FBISE grade 12 or equivalent - 70%
Russian/Kazakhstan (Attestat) - Grades of 5 in every subject + IELTS 6.0
French Baccalaureate - 13/20 + IELTS 6.0
Lebanese Baccalaureate - 80% or 13/20 + IELTS 6.0
Foundation year - Successful completion of Heriot-Watt University Degree Entry Programme (Engineering) with a CCCC.
Compulsory subjects to include English.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

79100 AED / year

≈ 79100 AED / year
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Citizens or residents

79100 AED / year

≈ 79100 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

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Overview

Why study Computer Systems at Heriot-Watt University's Dubai Campus?

Employability

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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