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Heriot-Watt University Malaysia

Putrajaya, Malaysia · Branch campus

Bachelor's, Master'sLast checked: 25 October 2026
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Overview

Quick answer: Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is a branch campus in Putrajaya, Malaysia, offering bachelor's, master's programmes. Indicative international tuition is MYR 35,000 to MYR 60,000 a year; many postgraduate programmes ask for IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Branch campus of Heriot-Watt University, UK; UK degree studied in Malaysia.

Location

Putrajaya, Malaysia

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Type

Branch campus

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Established

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's

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Indicative tuition

MYR 35,000 to MYR 60,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 10.0 lakh to BDT 17.1 lakh a year

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English (typical PG)

IELTS 6 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Heriot-Watt University Malaysia offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

EngineeringBusiness & MBAComputer Science & ITNatural Sciences

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)MYRBDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)MYR 47,500BDT 13.5 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)MYR 24,000BDT 6.8 lakh
Total first yearMYR 71,500BDT 20.4 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Malaysia is in our Malaysia guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

  • Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
  • SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
  • English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
  • Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
  • Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
  • Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
  • Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Student visa for Malaysia

International students apply through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), which handles the student pass.

  1. Apply to the university.
  2. The university applies to EMGS for the visa approval letter.
  3. Travel on the single-entry visa and complete the student pass in Malaysia.

Full Malaysia guide

Scholarships to look at

  • Ask our counsellor about university and departmental awards.

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is MYR 35,000 to MYR 60,000 a year (about BDT 10.0 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Heriot-Watt University Malaysia need?

Many postgraduate programmes ask for about IELTS 6 overall, but some programmes ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Heriot-Watt University Malaysia?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Malaysia?

After you receive your offer, follow the Malaysia student visa steps in our Malaysia guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

Sources

Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.

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