Advanced Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme – Engineering
About This Programme
One-year compressed foundation + Year 1 programme for students who do not yet meet direct entry into Heriot-Watt Dubai engineering or computer science degrees. Mandatory modules: Approaches to Learning, Entry Mathematics, Academic English for Science & Engineering. Optional: Entry Physics, Entry Chemistry, Entry Computer Science. Successful completion (minimum C / 50% in each course) progresses students into Year 1 of 8 engineering specialisations (Architectural, Automotive, Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Electronic, Mechanical, Mechanical + Energy, Robotics / Autonomous & Interactive Systems) or 8 computer science specialisations (general, AI, Cyber Security, Data Science, Software Engineering, Games Programming, Computer Systems, Computer Systems Games Programming). Entry: A-Level BBBCC; IB MYP Year 11 (3x grade 5 + 2x grade 4); UAE Tawjihiyya 70%; CBSE 50%; American HS 70% (no SAT required); BTEC L3 Merit. Mandatory subjects: English + Maths + Physics/Chemistry. IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0). September intake. Tuition AED 93,765/year (incl. VAT).
What You'll Study
Year 1
Students are assessed through a combination of coursework and exams and must attain a minimum overall grade of C (50%) in each course to ensure guaranteed transfer onto the undergraduate programmes listed above.
- Skills for Success AP
- Academic Writing and Analysis AP
- Entry Mathematics AP
Optional courses
- Entry Physics AP
- Entry Chemistry AP
- Entry Computer Science AP
Entry Requirements
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
The Dubai Campus is accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and fully licensed to teach its degrees in Dubai. All graduates receive a British degree that is accredited by Royal Charter in the UK. Read more about the UAE Federal Accreditation.
Programme Details
Award
Non Graduating
Start Date
September
Duration
1 year
Qualification
Foundation Certificate
Subject Area
Engineering
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person