Program Overview

MSc Oil and Gas Engineering

Overview

Join an accredited online Masters in Oil and Gas Engineering delivered from the Energy Capital of Europe.

Key Info

• Learning Mode: Online
• Study Level: Postgraduate SCQF Level 11
• Credits: 180
• Typical Duration: 27 - 30 months
• Start Month: September or January
• Indicative Cost: £14,820

What You'll Study

• MSc: 180 credits
• Exit Early with a Postgraduate Diploma: 120 credits
• Exit Early with a Postgraduate Certificate: 60 credits
• Start with One of the Short Courses: 15 credits

Master of Science - 180 Credits

• Duration: Typically, it takes 27 months to complete the MSc part-time.
• Courses:
  • Reservoir Engineering: 15 credits, September
  • Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage: 15 credits, September
  • Fundamentals of Petroleum Geoscience: 15 credits, September or January
  • Well and Production Engineering: 15 credits, January
  • Project Management: 15 credits, September
  • Safety and Risk Management: 15 credits, September
  • AI, Machine Learning and Data Science for the Petroleum Industry: 15 credits, January
  • Flow Assurance: 15 credits, January
• Project: 60 credits, MSc Individual Project, June or January

How You'll Study

• Online Learning: 100% online, flexible, and 24/7 study access.
• Teaching: Delivered through MyAberdeen, our online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
• Tutors: Internationally experienced engineers and academics, as well as industry professionals.
• Assessment: Online, using a range of methods, including written coursework, online tests, reports, and projects.

Study Hours

• Hours for Taught Courses: 150 hours of study and assessment time per 15 credits.
• Hours for 60-Credit Projects and Dissertations: 600 hours of study time.

Support

• Careers and Employability Service: Including one-to-one advice sessions.
• Disability Support: Available for students with disabilities.
• IT Support: Available for technical issues.
• Library Support: Access to our award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library.
• Student Support Service: Help with finances, stress, wellbeing, and non-academic issues.
• Student Learning Service: Study support, with advice sessions available via phone or Skype.
• Aberdeen University Students' Association (AUSA): Run by students for students.
• Toolkit: Clever apps and free training that can make your study life easier.

Fees and Funding

• Master of Science: 180 credits, £14,820.
• Pay as You Go: Control the pace and cost of your degree.
• Additional Costs: Access to all essential books and resources included in your tuition fee.
• Funding Your Studies: Employer sponsorship, student loans, scholarships, and discounts available.

Entry Requirements

• MSc: 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in any branch of Engineering or Physics, or 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in Applied Mathematics.
• International Students: Equivalent qualifications from your country, English language requirements, and visa requirements.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge English, LanguageCert Academic, Oxford ELLT Digital, PTE Academic, and Skills for English: SELT.

How to Apply

• Applicant Portal: Upload relevant qualifications and documents.
• What You Need to Apply: Degree transcript, personal statement, degree certificate, and CV/Resume.
• Apply Now: Start with our step-by-step guide.
• When to Apply: Apply as early as you can, with deadlines for September and January intakes.

IT Requirements

• Computer: PC, laptop, or Mac with an up-to-date operating system.
• Reliable Internet Access: Wired connection, minimum download speed of 2 Mbps.
• Speakers or Headphones: Headset with built-in microphone and earphones recommended.
• Software: Office365 applications, specialist software provided by the university.