Oil and Gas Management MSc

Program Overview

Oil and Gas Management MSc

Overview

This course is ideal if you are intending to pursue a management career in the oil and gas industry, or if you are already working in the sector and would like to develop management skills and knowledge at master’s level. Graduates from a range of technical, non-technical and commercial backgrounds are eligible to apply.

Course Details

Core Modules

• Engineering Research Project
  • You investigate an area of engineering and work independently to a level recognised to be at the forefront of the discipline.
  • The topic can be in the form of a research project or a design project.
  • Key skills in research and in knowledge application and creation will be developed through keynote lectures and self-managed independent study.
• Global Oil and Gas Industry
  • This module equips you with the tools needed to solve the challenging and complex economic climate faced by the oil and gas industry globally.
  • You investigate the applications of key management principles to oil and gas industry’s daily operations and productions.
• Petroleum Economics and Simulation
  • This module provides you with a detailed understanding of petroleum economics as well as concepts related to asset and project assessment and valuation.
  • You investigate the economics of the oil industry and the cost stabilities of large oilfields and their economies of scale.
• Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
  • The module provides an understanding of the aims, responsibilities and means to achieve effective Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) management systems in Oil and Gas related organisations.
• Risk Management in Projects
  • We provide you with an advanced level of study in risk management in projects.
  • You explore a range of tools and techniques used in risk identification, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, risk-planning responses, PERT and risk monitoring.
• Supply Chain Management
  • This module demonstrates how to benchmark an organisation and introduces you to the concepts of key performance indicators, total quality management (TQM), six sigma, total productive maintenance (TPM) and supply chain management.
• Sustainability
  • You will investigate how the role of the engineer is becoming more focused on serving society as well as industry and to recognise the impact of engineers’ decisions on society and the environment.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants are normally expected to have at least a lower second class (2.2) UK honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in a subject related to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, business, management, computing and IT.
• Students with a degree awarded outside the UK must also meet the University's minimum English language requirements.
• International applicants who need a student visa to study in the UK should check our web pages on UKVI-compliant English language requirements.

Employability

• The course equips you with the relevant technical skills to pursue a career as technical manager in the oil and gas sector in a consultancy, contracting company or government organisation.
• Managers are employed worldwide in all industries and every organisation needs managers.

Professional Accreditation

• This course is accredited by the Energy Institute for Membership of the Energy Institute (MEI) status.

Full-time

• Fee for UK applicants: £8,365 a year
• Fee for international applicants: £17,000 a year
• Length: September enrolment: 1 year, January enrolment: 16 months, including a summer break
• Start date: January or September

Part-time

• Fee for UK applicants: £930 for each 20 credits
• Length: September enrolment: 2 years, including a summer break, January enrolment: 28 months, including two summer breaks
• Attendance: 1-2 days a week
• Start date: January or September

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objectives:

• Equip graduates with the knowledge and skills to pursue a management career in the oil and gas industry.
• Develop management skills and knowledge at a master's level for those already working in the sector.
• Provide graduates from a range of backgrounds with the necessary skills to succeed in the oil and gas industry.

Description:

• The Oil and Gas Management MSc is a 120-credit program offered by Teesside University.
• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the oil and gas industry, including its technical, economic, and environmental aspects.
• Students will learn about a wide range of topics, including engineering research, global oil and gas industry, oil and gas economics and contracts, quality, health, safety and environment, risk management in projects, supply chain management, and sustainability in chemical engineering.
• The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory sessions, and practical exercises.
• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including coursework assignments, presentations, and examinations.
• Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a successful career in the oil and gas industry.

Outline:

Program content:

• The program covers a wide range of topics, including:
• Engineering research
• Global oil and gas industry
• Oil and gas economics and contracts
• Quality, health, safety and environment (QHSE)
• Risk management in projects
• Supply chain management
• Sustainability in chemical engineering

Structure:

• The program is composed of 20-credit taught modules delivered over two semesters for full-time studies.
• Part-time and advanced practice options also available with varying durations.
• Following successful completion of these modules, students proceed to a 60-credit research project.

Course schedule:

• The course schedule is available on the Teesside University website.

Individual modules:

• Engineering Research Project: Students investigate an area of engineering and work independently to a level recognized as being at the forefront of the discipline.
• Global Oil and Gas Industry: This module equips students with the tools needed to solve challenges faced by the oil and gas industry globally.
• Oil and Gas Economics and Contracts: Students gain a detailed understanding of oil and gas economics, asset and project assessment and valuation, and international petroleum contracts.
• Quality, Health, Safety and Environment: This module provides an understanding of QHSE management systems in oil and gas related organizations.
• Risk Management in Projects: Students explore risk management in projects, including risk identification, analysis, and mitigation.
• Supply Chain Management: This module demonstrates how to benchmark an organization and introduces key performance indicators, total quality management (TQM), and supply chain management.
• Sustainability in Chemical Engineering: This module covers environmental assessments and sustainable engineering strategies.

Assessment:

• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Coursework assignments
• Presentations
• Examinations
• Research project

Teaching:

• The program is delivered by a team of experienced and qualified academics with expertise in the oil and gas industry.
• The teaching methods used include:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Computer laboratory sessions
• Practical exercises
• Group work

Careers:

• Graduates of the program will be well-positioned to pursue careers in the oil and gas industry.
• Potential career paths include:
• Technical manager
• Management consultant
• Project manager
• Engineer
• Researcher

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Energy Institute for Member of the EI (MEI) status.
• Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.
• The program is offered on both the Middlesbrough and Darlington campuses of Teesside University.

Additional Notes:

• The program details may vary from year to year.
• Students are advised to check the Teesside University website for the most up-to-date information.
• The information provided in this response is based on the context provided and may not be exhaustive.
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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Full-time

2024/25 entry Fee for UK applicants £7,365 a year Fee for international applicants £17,000 a year

Part-time

2024/25 entry Fee for UK applicants £820 for each 20 credits