Facilities Management Heriot-Watt University

Overview

The Facilities Management programme at Heriot-Watt University is designed to equip professionals with the strategic skills required to coordinate modern business processes and support facilities. This degree focuses on the rapidly growing field of facilities management, ensuring graduates can effectively manage assets within a changing global business landscape.

Why Facilities Management at Heriot-Watt University?

Heriot-Watt University was the first British institution to establish a campus in Dubai, earning a prestigious five-star rating from the KHDA for its world-class teaching. The programme is fully accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), ensuring the curriculum meets the highest global professional standards. Students benefit from a futuristic campus featuring collaborative lecture theatres and digital classrooms designed for interactive learning.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: AED 99528 per year
• National fee: AED 99528 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of eight taught modules followed by a research project. Modules may include:

• Sustainability for Construction Professionals
• Service Procurement and Provision
• Strategic Commercial Management
• Value and Risk Management
• Strategic Asset Management
• Construction Financial Management
• People and Organisation Management in the Built Environment
• Space Planning and Management
• Research Dissertation

Careers with Facilities Management

Graduates are highly sought after by global organisations for their ability to contribute to business effectiveness and strategic asset coordination. The programme prepares students for senior roles within the built environment and property management sectors. With over 90% of graduates entering professional-level employment or further study shortly after completion, the degree provides a strong foundation for leadership in the facilities management industry.

Accreditation

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.