Petroleum Engineering and Geoscience
Our programmes encompass a wide range of applied Petroleum Engineering fundamentals, leading to the development of technically well-prepared graduates with a sound knowledge of the industry. We provide expertise to the energy industry to produce hydrocarbons efficiently and safely and to store greenhouse gas emissions in the subsurface that would otherwise be emitted to the atmosphere.
Study in a centre of expertise
Our Institute of GeoEnergy Engineering has more than 40 years of experience in delivering world-class teaching and research in Petroleum Engineering disciplines.
Students will benefit from the excellent links with industry and research activities. The extensive alumni network supports our degrees by offering professional talks, workshops and recruitment events.
The Institute's industry-based strategic advisory board, supports activities in the wider context of the needs of the industry and offers guidance on our degrees ensuring content is up to date and relevant to current industry needs.
The Institute boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including bespoke space for high-end computing and visualisation and experimental facilities such as the Centre for Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy (CESEM), which are accessible to all students.
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