Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Petroleum)

University of Adelaide

Australia, Adelaide

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University of Adelaide

Australia , Adelaide

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

082117G

Application Fee

AUD 110

Campuses

North Terrace Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2024

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 51,000 / Year(s)

Next Intake February-2024

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Petroleum)

About

Be in global demand

Want to travel the world and face new challenges every day?

Petroleum engineering is one of the highest paid engineering fields internationally, with exciting opportunities for qualified graduates.

Petroleum engineers help sustain society's way of life by ensuring we can meet our energy demands. They provide oil and gas in efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible ways.

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Petroleum) is developed and taught by industry-trained academics through the Australian School of Petroleum and Energy Resources. This is Australia and Southeast Asia's academic centre for petroleum research and education, and the only school of its kind in Australia. You will:

learn about petroleum engineering, petroleum geoscience and the oil industry
take courses in business and project management
develop technical knowledge and network with potential employers
undertake interactive projects and field trips
complete an eight-week practical experience.

In your final year you'll also carry out a major research project.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate

Career

Career Readiness

Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
Students who as part of their studies take part in The Academy by Deloitte experience will have the benefit of undertaking a paid internship with Deloitte. This internship is designed to shape their business readiness through significant real-world client exposure, access to multiple networking opportunities and relevant professional training.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Petroleum) is delivered by experts with strong regional, national, and international industry links. This enables graduates to develop networks with potential employers throughout their degree, providing a valuable professional head start when embarking on highly-paid, exciting careers all over the world. From working in the field to the office, graduates can expect careers with oil, gas and energy companies, and government agencies in a diverse range of occupations. This includes roles such as: geoscientists; reservoir drilling and production engineers; managers; commercial analysts; and in business development roles. Graduates may also find employment in other industries requiring strong analytical, business, and communication skills.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Industry Placement

Students are required to complete eight weeks of approved practical experience.

Professional Accreditation

Graduates qualify for professional membership of Engineers Australia .

Potential careers

Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Oil and Gas Analyst, Petrochemical Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Petroleum Exploration, Petroleum Manager, Consultant, Consultant Engineer, Power Generation Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Drilling Engineer, Remote Sensing and GIS, Research Scientist, Reservoir Engineer, Resource Management, Resource Manager, Energy Engineer, Energy Managers, Engineer, Entrepreneur, ...

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 51,000

Application Fee

AUD 110

How to Apply

Online application checklist

Complete the student agreement (IDP applicants only)
Attach the following as PDF files
- Academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all school and tertiary studies you have undertaken (original language and certified English translations)
- Official English testing results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable)
- Syllabus of subjects if you wish to be considered for advanced standing (credit transfer)
- Any professional qualification or memberships you may have
- A copy of your passport and visa (if applicable)
Payment of AUD $110 for the Application Fee (required upon submission)

System Requirements

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Chrome 30, Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 27, Safari 7.
You must use an English language keyboard
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