The PhD program in Petroleum Engineering in the School of Mining and Geosciences is designed to provide advanced skills and a sophisticated knowledge base at the expert level for individuals planning a career in academic, industry and research settings in Petroleum Engineering. The program focuses on the enhancement of Petroleum Engineering knowledge by advanced courses and development of research skills at high level.
By the completion of the program, students will be capable of designing and conducting independent, innovative and high-quality research related to a variety of topics in Petroleum Engineering. In addition, program graduates will be prepared for work in industrial and academic environments including positions of university faculty members, senior researchers,engineers and product developers.
Campus: Astana, Kazakhstan
Language: English
Delivery mode: Full time, on-campus
Duration: 4 years
Total ECTS credit: 240
Research Methods & Ethics
Statistics
Thesis Research
Advanced Well Engineering
Elective Courses
Current Research Literature
Advanced Reservoir Engineering
National and international oil and gas companies
Midstream companies (oil and gas transportation, pipelines design and management)
Geothermal energy companies
Research and development sectors in Energy
Academia as a teaching/ research faculty
Governmental sectors and private companies as a consultant
Oil/gas and energy startups
Colorado School of Mines (USA)
