
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Scholarships for Top Students
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers the same high-quality education provided in the UK and at their campus in Dubai, creating opportunities for students to transfer between campuses. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is a top ranked UK university campus offering the same syllabus as its UK campus allowing for seamless transfer. In recognition of the achievements of top students, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers scholarships to support their educational endeavours.
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Scholarships at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

Renee Tan, Mechanical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Heriot-Watt University UK, as an institution, has been one of the many bright beacons in the world of higher education. Since its humble beginnings as the world’s first Mechanics Institute in 1821, Heriot-Watt today holds high ranks across key university league tables. The University and their programmes are in the top rankings in the UK and globally.
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers the same high-quality education provided in the UK and at their campus in Dubai, creating opportunities for students to transfer between campuses.
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia students have the choice to benefit from an international experience for part of their studies, joining students in Edinburgh or Dubai for part of their degree programme.
There are various financial support options available to help fund your studies at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. This includes scholarships, bursaries, high achievers scholarship, progression scholarship, financial hardship, data science scholarship, women in science scholarship, alumni discount, PTPTN Loan, EPF Withdrawal and more. Receiving financial support could help you achieve your dream in obtaining a UK top ranked degree in Malaysia. On top of any scholarships you are entitled to, you can also save money by taking advantage of the Early Bird Tuition Waiver.
If you are dreaming of obtaining a top ranked UK degree in Malaysia but need the financial support, then, browse through the scholarships below offered by Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. Scholarships are open for applications for the 2021-22 academic year to deserving Malaysian students who have done well in their high school or Pre-University exams.
In addition, students who plan to complete the final part of their studies at Heriot-Watt campus in UK can get a 20% scholarship off the UK fees. This will amount to incredible savings.
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High Achiever’s Scholarship for Foundation Programme
SPM Results | O Levels Results | Annual Tuition Fee Waiver |
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9As (A+, A, A-) and above | 8As and above | RM 10,000 |
8As (A+, A, A-) | 7As | RM 8,000 |
7As (A+, A, A-) | 6As | RM 7,000 |
6As (A+, A, A-) | 5As | RM 6,000 |
Progression Scholarship
Students who maintain Grade A/70% average in Foundation are awarded with a 35% scholarship when progressing into undergraduate study.
All other students who are not eligible for a 35% progression scholarship will receive RM5,000 fee waiver when they progress to their first year undergraduate studies.
High Achiever’s Scholarships to Undergraduate
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers a range of scholarships to high achievers based on the tier below to their undergraduate programmes.
Qualification | |||
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RM 12,000 per year | RM 8,000 per year | RM 5,000 per year | |
A Levels | AAA | AAB | ABB |
STPM | AAA | AAB | ABB |
UEC (Best of 5 subjects) | 8 points | 10 points | 12 points |
IB | 37 points | 33 points | 30 points |
CPU | 90% | 85% | 80% |
ATAR | 90% | 85% | 80% |
MUFY | 80% | 75% | 70% |
SMA 3 | Average 9.5 | Average 9.0 | Average 8.5 |
India CBSE/HSC | 90% | 85% | 80% |
Foundation/Matriculation/Diploma from other institutions (may be subjected to further assessment from HWUM) | CGPA 3.75 | CGPA 3.50 | CGPA 3.30 |
Students are required to maintain 70% average (Grade A) every academic year.
Progression Scholarship
Students who maintain Grade A/70% average in undergraduate study will be awarded with a 35% scholarship during progressing into following year of the undergraduate study.
All other students who are not eligible for a 35% progression scholarship will receive RM5,000 fee waiver when they progress to their first year undergraduate studies.
Data Futures Scholarship
In support of Malaysia’s aspiration to have 20,000 Data Professionals by the next decade, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia has committed to provide a three-year scholarship programme for high achieving and deserving students to pursue a BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science programme with us.
Applications are open for our September 2021 intake.
Eligibility:
- Malaysian
- Meets academic requirements below
- Academic Requirements – HWUM Foundation Award ‘A’ average/ A levels AAB / STPM AAB / IB 33 pts / ATAR 90% / UEC 10 points or equivalent
- Scholarship Award – 100% or 50% contingent upon an interview with University staff
- Intake – September
The following criteria will be considered for your application:
- Academic excellence
- Extra-curricular involvement
- Leadership skills
Other application requirements:
A written personal statement of 500 words stating your interest in the field of Data Science and why, as well as your future career aspirations.
Progression Scholarship
Applies to currently enrolled students:
- Foundation students who maintain A/70% average in their studies will be awarded a 35% progression scholarship in their first year undergraduate studies.
- Undergraduate students who maintain A/70% average in their studies will be awarded a 35% progression scholarship in the following year of their undergraduate studies. This scholarship is attainable for every year of their undergraduate studies as long as a A/70% average is met at the end of their academic year.
Foundation Progression Discount
All non-scholarship foundation students receive a RM5,000 discount off their first year undergraduate tuition fees when they progress to their undergraduate studies.
*Terms and Conditions apply.
Financial Hardship Scholarships
For Malaysian students who are eligible for High Acheiver’s Scholarship (HAS) only. Scholarships with a fee waiver of 50% or 100% off total tuition fees are available for high achieving Malaysian students who have proof of financial hardship. The scholarships are available for students pursuing both Foundation and Undergraduate studies.
Students applying for the scholarship should have the following before going through an interview for a panel assessment:
- Excellent academic results (min. eligible for HAS)
- Proof of financial hardship
Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Scholarship

Renee Tan, Mechanical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Heriot-Watt was the first institution in Scotland to admit women into STEM programmes. Since opening our doors in Malaysia, we’ve made it possible for women in the ASEAN region to gain access to quality teaching and learning in the field of Engineering and Science. Committed to widening access, and reducing the gender gap in this field, we have developed this scholarship especially for girls who want to pursue a career in Engineering and Science.
Applications are open at both the Foundation and Undergraduate levels. Applications are accepted for those applying to both Foundation in Science and Foundation in Business with the intention to pursue any of the following undergraduate programmes:
- Actuarial Science
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Construction Project Management
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Psychology
- Psychology with Management
- Quantity Surveying
- Statistical Data Science
Eligibility:
- Malaysian- Female
- Meets academic requirements below
- Academic Requirements (undergraduate level) HWUM Foundation Award
- ‘A’ average/ A levels ABB / STPM ABB / IB 30 pts / CPU 80% / UEC 10 points / ATAR 80% or equivalent
- Academic Requirements (foundation level) SPM / IGCSE 7As and above
Scholarship Award 50% contingent upon an interview with University staff
Intake April / July / September 2021
The following criteria will be considered for your application:
- Academic excellence
- Extra-curricular involvement
- Leadership skills
- Passion in STEM
Other application requirements:
- A 1 minute video pitch stating your passion in STEM and reasons why uploaded to Youtube as a private but shareable link.
- A written personal statement
MSc Petroleum Engineering Waiver
In order to meet the demands for Industrial Revolution 4.0, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is giving a 25% waiver for all Malaysian applicants for our MSc Petroleum Engineering programme. This applies to our 2021 intakes.
Register now for this programme, and automatically receive the waiver.
Heriot-Watt Alumni Discount
(For Postgraduate Studies only) A fee discount of 20% is granted to alumni of Heriot-Watt University who register for postgraduate programmes of study at Heriot-Watt University, including our MBA programme and PhD studies. This is awarded on receipt of documentary evidence of an undergraduate or postgraduate award from Heriot-Watt University.
Family Discount
(For Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies) A discount of 10% is granted to children and/or spouse of a Heriot-Watt University alumni who register for a programme of study at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. This discount is also granted to siblings of currently registered students of Heriot-Watt University Malaysia who register for a programme of study at the University. This is awarded on receipt of documentary evidence proving the relationship of the registered applicant and the alumnus or student.
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Furthermore, scholarships are available at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia to deserving Malaysian students who have achieved high results in their SPM, STPM, O-Levels, A-Levels, UEC, SAM, AUSMAT, MUFY, CIMP or other Pre-University examinations. Students may also apply for the PTPN Loan for the degree programmes at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
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