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MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience (Online)

MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience (Online)

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Study mode

Online

Duration

3 years

Start date

JAN

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Earth Sciences

Course Summary

Overview

The Applied Petroleum Geoscience MSc is a unique degree in subsurface geoscience and exploration at Heriot-Watt University. The degree mainly focuses on exploration petroleum geoscience, but it is closely linked with other MSc degrees and research groups in petroleum engineering and reservoir geology at the GeoEnergy Engineering, Heriot-Watt University. The degree is also applicable to non-petroleum subsurface geoscience subjects, such as CO2 storage and groundwater flow.

Modules

Applied Petroleum Geophysics - Core
Field Exploration Project - Core
Formation Evaluation - Core
Geomechanics and Flow Mechanics - Core
Individual Project - Core
Operations, Appraisal and Development - Core
Petroleum Basins - Core
Petroleum Systems - Core
Play and Prospect Evaluation - Core
Reservoir Sedimentology - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (overall)

£11,740

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (overall)

£11,740

Entry requirements

A good honours or BSc degree in a relevant Geoscience discipline such as Geology or Geophysics from a UK or Overseas University. We look specifically for proven ability in basic geology or petroleum geology courses, as well as credits in maths courses. Parts of the courses listed above require higher or university level mathematics backgrounds. In addition to the academic qualifications, motivation, industrial experience and personality are taken into consideration.

University information

Heriot-Watt University has a 200-year history, and over that time has cultivated an outstanding reputation for its quality of teaching and research. Despite being one of the oldest learning institutions in the UK, it offers a contemporary, research-driven approach to learning that ensures students are always benefiting from the very latest in global knowledge. The Edinburgh campus is based on 380 acres of parkland just outside of the city...more

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