Heriot-Watt University Dubai announces recipients of full scholarship to celebrate 200 years

Heriot-Watt University Dubai announces recipients of full scholarship to celebrate 200 years

In an awarding ceremony held at the University’s campus in Dubai Knowledge Park to celebrate the students’ achievements, Professor Dame Heather McGregor, Provost, and Vice Principal of Heriot-Watt University Dubai congratulated and handed students their study offers. The Provost Educational Scholarship is part of the University’s celebration of its two-hundred-year anniversary.

Commenting on the initiative, Professor Dame Heather McGregor, says: “We are delighted to recognise and reward students that have showcased extraordinary commitment and excellence to their studies and extracurricular activities. At Heriot-Watt University Dubai, we firmly believe that education is key to transforming lives, and through this scholarship we hope to provide the chance for these bright minds to pursue their undergraduate studies in a fulfilling and nurturing environment.

"The scholarship is the best way for us to celebrate our two-hundred-year legacy and honour the University’s values. We are excited to see what our winning students will achieve, and we are proud to be part of their journey.”

She adds: “As part of our ethos building flourishing communities across students, staff and alumni, the scholarship funding was gathered by way of donation from Heriot-Watt University’s alumni around the globe. We are very proud of our alumni students for their sense of giving