Student life and wellbeing

Students at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai

Heriot-Watt University, Dubai encourages students to take part in activities, community services and networking to develop leadership skills, positive interpersonal relationship skills, and to encourage exposure to various cultures, ideas, arts and styles of life.

Information for employers

Employers can hire some of the best talent from HWUD

WattBuds

Buddy system that pairs new students with continuing ones to help you feel at home

Social clubs

From music to Model United Nations, clubs are one of the best ways to socialise.

Sports

There are many options for students to experience sport alongside their studies.

Student wellbeing service

A free service designed to support students experiencing personal challenges.

Students of determination

We are here to provide Students of Determination with advice and guidance.

Careers and GRADfutures

Make informed career choices through our guidance and information service.

Student Council 

The Student Council is the primary representative body of the students at the Dubai Campus.              

The Student President (a full-time role), who is the chair of the Student Council, is elected by the students every year. The Student President also sits on most of the high-level committees of the campus. This to ensure that the opinions of the students are considered within the current University matters. There are additional roles within the Student Council such as Vice-Presidents or Executives.

Together, they overlook each strand of Student Life. The Council always ensures to promote activities within the campus and establishes that there is a social and academic unity among the students, no matter your background. See here for the Student Council website.

Effective Learning Service  

This service is here to enhance your learning and support you through the provision of workshops and one-to-one appointments. See here to access the Skills Hub. We offer a variety of study skills classes throughout the year that are designed to help you achieve your academic potential.  Please see the Effective Learning Service calendar for the bookable classes available this semester.

One-to-one appointment 

One-to-one academic skills consultations are also available. 

You can request a 45-minute consultation to discuss any of the following: 

  • Using academic sources critically and effectively in your writing
  • Citing and referencing sources accurately 
  • Preparing a convincing argument 
  • Academic writing style, including grammar and vocabulary 
  • Writing a literature review 
  • Understanding your assignment brief  
  • Formulating suitable research questions 
  • Report and dissertation compilation 
  • Adjusting to higher education 
  • Effective presentations 
  • Active reading and note-taking 
  • Teamwork 
  • Time management 
  • Studying from home 

Please email Allyson Noble to book an appointment.