Overview

Computer science underpins the modern world. It is a dynamic and rapidly growing area that seeks to create cutting-edge solutions that address today’s challenges. As one of the first universities in the UK to offer undergraduate degree programmes in Computer Science - Computer Games Programming (Hons), we provide outstanding education in computer science, computer systems, software engineering and information systems.

Why Heriot-Watt University Dubai

As the first British university to set up a campus in Dubai in 2005, we have established ourselves as a pioneer in the higher education market in the UAE. The three consecutive five-star ratings by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is a testament to our reputation for world-class teaching.
The futuristic Dubai campus is designed to offer interactive and collaborative learning experiences with innovative classroom styles fostering group work and engagement like Collaborative lecture theatres, Digitally Classrooms and Seminar rooms. The campus also has dedicated cutting-edge laboratories and workshops that span various engineering disciplines along with Psychology, IT, Photography, Design and Architecture.
Our practical, leading-edge research combined with strong links to business and industry, have made our graduates highly employable and sought after by the best organisations worldwide, with over 90% in graduate-level jobs or further study within six months of graduation. On top of that, we have beautiful campuses, across the globe, so you'll get a truly international education through our Go Global programme.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Logic and Proof
Interaction Design
Praxis
Software Development
Web Design and Databases
Discrete Mathematics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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More details

Most students apply 6–10 months in advance of their chosen intake. Applications are accepted up until 3 weeks before the start of each intake.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Game Design Computer Sciences View 8 other Bachelors in Game Design 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

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCE A-Level - CCC (or AABB at AS-Level), Including mandatory subject Math
CBSE/Other Indian Boards - 65%, Including mandatory subject Math
American High School Diploma/SABIS - 70%, Including mandatory subject Math + SAT I – 1000 (500 English and 500 Math)
Tawjihiyya - 80% or Elite/Advance - 75%, Including mandatory subject Math
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points (3 HL, Including mandatory subject Math and 3 SL)
BTEC Level 3 Ext Diploma - MMM, Including mandatory subject Math
FBISE grade 12 or equivalent - 70%, Including mandatory subject Math
Russian/Kazakhstan (Attestat) - Grades of 5 in every subject, Including mandatory subject Math + IELTS 6.0
French Baccalaureate - 12/20, Including mandatory subject Math + IELTS 6.0
Lebanese Baccalaureate - 80% or 13/20, Including mandatory subject Math + IELTS 6.0
Scottish Higher - Minimum of BBBB in Scottish Highers in relevant subjects, Including subject Math
Mandatory Subjects - Math

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

82264 AED / year

≈ 82264 AED / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

82264 AED / year

≈ 82264 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why Heriot-Watt University Dubai

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Dubai

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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