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UTM University

PhD in Petroleum Engineering (My Research)

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Duration

3 years

Intake

February, September

Total Tuition Fees

51600

Faculties

College of Engineering

Course Overview

The PhD specialization in Petroleum Engineering (research-based) is considered one of the advanced engineering fields that focuses on studying and developing technologies related to the exploration and production of oil and gas and the management of petroleum reservoirs. The program aims to prepare researchers and experts capable of conducting in-depth scientific research that contributes to improving the efficiency of hydrocarbon extraction, reducing operational costs, and enhancing sustainability in the energy sector. The specialization also focuses on studying the behavior of oil reservoirs, drilling and production techniques, enhanced oil recovery methods, as well as developing innovative solutions to the technical and environmental challenges facing the oil and gas industry. The specialization focuses on: Petroleum reservoir engineering. Well drilling and completion technologies. Oil and gas production engineering. Enhanced oil recovery. Reservoir simulation and petroleum data analysis. Hydrocarbon resource management. Research and development in energy and petroleum technologies.

English Requirements

6 in IELTS

Entry Requirements

1. Copy of the passport (first page). 2. Copy of the Master's degree certificate with transcript. 3. Two academic recommendation letters. 4. Personal photo (white background). 5. Work experience certificate of no less than two years. 6. Curriculum Vitae (CV). For research-based study, please attach the research proposal file. Note! Please have the requirements translated into English by one of the accredited translation centers, and submit the requirements in PDF format.

Career Opportunities

University professor in petroleum engineering. Researcher in energy research centers. Petroleum reservoir engineer. Drilling engineer. Oil production engineer. Expert in oil and gas field development. Consultant in the oil and energy sector. Petroleum project manager. Expert in reservoir simulation and analysis. Director of research and development in oil and gas companies.

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