Master of Petroleum Engineering

Program Overview

The Master of Petroleum Engineering equips graduates for roles in the upstream petroleum industry, covering topics such as drilling, reservoir simulation, and production engineering. The program emphasizes practical skills and industry knowledge, with graduates well-positioned for careers as drilling engineers, reservoir engineers, and managers. The program is delivered by industry-trained academics, ensuring its relevance to the industry's needs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Petroleum Engineering equips graduates for employment in the upstream sector of the petroleum industry, preparing them to undertake roles such as drilling exploratory wells, searching for underground or underwater oil fields, and progressing into supervisory or managerial positions. The program is designed for graduates with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or equivalent in science and mathematics-related disciplines. Individuals with a relevant Bachelor degree and strong science and mathematics backgrounds or individuals with suitable upstream oil and gas experience may also be eligible for admission. The program emphasizes practical skills and industry knowledge, blending theory with hands-on experience. Graduates are well-positioned to contribute effectively to the petroleum industry upon completion of the degree.

Outline:

The Master of Petroleum Engineering program comprises 36 units, including 30 units of core courses and a 6-unit capstone project. Core courses cover a comprehensive range of topics essential to petroleum engineering, including:

• Reservoir Simulation
• Well Testing and Pressure Transient Analysis
• Drilling Engineering and Well Completion
• Production and Facilities Engineering
• Formation Damage and Productivity Enhancement
• Petroleum Geology and Geophysics
• Reservoir Engineering
• Petrophysics
• Unconventional Resources & Recovery
• Introduction to Petroleum Engineering
Students also have the option to choose one elective course from the following:
• Integrated Field Development Planning and Economics Project
• Research Project

Assessment:

Assessment methods in the Master of Petroleum Engineering program vary depending on the specific course and may include:

• Coursework assignments
• Projects
• Examinations

Teaching:

The program is delivered by industry-trained academics through the Australian School of Petroleum and Energy Resources, which is renowned as Australia's and Southeast Asia's leading academic center for petroleum research and education. Students benefit from the expertise of faculty members with extensive industry experience, ensuring that the program remains current and relevant to the needs of the industry.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Petroleum Engineering program are highly sought after by employers in the petroleum industry, with potential career paths including:

• Drilling Engineer
• Reservoir Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Manager
• Sales Engineer
• Oil and Gas Business Analyst
• Environmentalist

Domestic applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $43,500

International applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) International student place: $52,000