Study programme description for students
Petroleum Engineering - Master
Facts
Studyprogram code M-PETENG
Credits (ECTS) 120
Level Master's degree (2 years)
Leads to degree Master of Petroleum Engineering (petroleumsteknologi)
Full-/Part-time Full-time
Duration 4 semesters
Undergraduate No
Language of instruction English
The master’s programme in Petroleum Engineering at The University of Stavanger is open to Norwegian and international students. A master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering qualifies students for a variety of positions primarily within the petroleum sector, but also provides excellent opportunities in other sectors. The study programme offers a variety of petroleum engineering topics, including drilling and well engineering, petroleum production engineering and process engineering.
The general goal is to educate competent engineers with theoretical and technical knowledge, giving them the ability to work independently, and to take responsibility for the interaction between technology, the environment, and society. The programme is research-based and provides a foundation for lifelong learning. The study programme also gives students the option to continue to PhD studies.
The master's programme in petroleum engineering provides competency and knowledge about methods that reduces emissions related to extraction and use of fossil fuels in a world that has an energy mix of fossil and renewable energy sources. The study primarily addresses sustainable development goals 7 and 12.
Objectives, content, and organisation of the study programme
Of the programme's 120 credits, 40 ECTS is common courses that ensure a broad and common basis in key topics within petroleum engineering, and also ensure multidiciplinarity. The remaining 80 ECTS consist of 50 ECTS from specialisation courses and a master's thesis of 30 ECTS. The master's thesis is a large, independent project completed in the final semester, often in close co-operation with an external company.
All teaching is in English. This is a plus for any students who are planning to work in an international company where English is the language of business.
Details on teaching and learning methods, required literature, evaluation methods, and assessment criteria are provided in each course description.
UiS is committed to offer all programmes according to plans but emphasises that this is subject to the availability of resources and/or students. Over time, the academic content and choice of topics may change due to general developments in the subject field, the use of new technology, and wider societal changes. All courses and programmes are revised annually.
Learning outcome
A graduate should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
K1: The candidate has advanced knowledge within the field of petroleum engineering and specialised insight into a particular area in this field.
K2: The candidate has in-depth knowledge of scientific theories and methods connected to the subject area. The candidate can apply this knowledge to new areas within the subject area and analyse technical issues based on the history, tradition, distinct nature, and societal importance of the subject area.
K3: The candidate can apply this knowledge to develop, manage and implement petroleum engineering solutions within the oil and gas sector.
Skills
S1: The candidate can analyse existing theories, methods and interpretations within petroleum engineering, and work on practical and theoretical issues independently.
S2: The candidate can independently carry out a specialised research or development project within petroleum engineering under supervision and in line with current ethical norms of research.
S3: The candidate can solve petroleum engineering problems by integrating different types of data used in the oil industry.
S4: The candidate can use state-of-the art technology and manage, develop and carry out processes within petroleum engineering.
General Competence
G1: The candidate can analyse relevant, professional, research and ethical issues.
G2: The candidate can apply her/his own knowledge and skills to new areas to carry out advanced assignments and projects.
G3: The candidate can communicate information relating to independent work to other petroleum engineers. The candidate has an excellent command of the terminology related to the subject area.
G4: The candidate can communicate, not just with other petroleum engineers, but also with the general public on professional issues within the subject area, thus contributing to the innovation process with new ideas.
Career prospects
- The master's programme in Petroleum Engineering educates highly qualified engineers for a wide range of jobs in the oil and gas industry.
- This is an international industry, and master students in petroleum engineering will have many opportunities on the international jobs market after completing their degrees.
- The general goal of the programme is to provide the candidate with a broad knowledge base to help manage the world`s petroleum resources in the most profitable and sustainable way.
A degree in Petroleum Engineering provides a basis for work with:
- Planning and follow up of different phases of the life cycle of the well including drilling, completion, intervention and final plug and abandonment.
Course assessment
Schemes for quality assurance and evaluation of studies are stipulated in Quality System for Education.Studyplan with courses
Student exchange
Schedule for the exchange
The 3rd semester of the master's programme in petroleum engineering is prepared for students exchanges by offering 30 ECTS of electives. The courses taken abroad must however be relevant to the master's programme, and must be approved by the department. It is also important that the courses from abroad do not overlap with courses already taken.
More opportunities
In addition to the recommended universities listed below, The University of Stavanger has several agreements with universities outside Europe that are applicable to all students at The University of Stavanger, provided that they find a relevant course offering. Within the Nordic region and the Baltics, all students can use the Nordlys and Nordtek networks.
Contact person
Supervision and pre-approval of courses: Vivian Lynghjem
General questions about exchange: Go to the exchange guide in the Digital Service Desk
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Contact information
Contact us:
Faculty of Science and Technology, tel: +47 51 83 17 00, Email: post-tn@uis.no
Study Adviser: Karina Sanni
