Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering

Completed over 12 months full-time, the degree features an engaging blend of face-to-face tuition, practical problem solving and team work.

The program is developed and taught by world-class, industry-trained and research-active academics through our Australian School of Petroleum and Energy Resources (ASPER)–Australia's only school of its kind, and the leading centre for integrated petroleum research and education throughout the Asia Pacific region.

The wide-ranging and internationally informed curriculum draws on ASPER's strong collaborations with industry and other leading universities around the world, delivering you:

• knowledge and understanding of a wide range of petroleum engineering principles
• fundamental skills in evaluating, selecting and using appropriate, environmentally responsible methods and techniques in drilling, reservoir and production engineering
• broad skills in analysing and solving complex petroleum engineering problems using advanced methods

• specialised petroleum engineering technical and creative capabilities
• advanced interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.

Regular interaction with ASPER's world-recognised staff and guest industry presenters will also ensure you emerge with a sound base of international connections and real-world insight. 

Entry to postgraduate coursework programs as a minimum requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution as a qualification for entry. Some of the graduate certificates and graduate diplomas that are offered may be accepted as qualifying work for entry to a Masters program, or as professional qualifications in their own right. For further information.

Potential careers

Mining Engineer, Petrochemical Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Petroleum Exploration, Petroleum Manager

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)

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