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Master of Petroleum Engineering

Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh campus

About the program

On-campus doctor of philosophy programme in petroleum engineering at Missouri S&T in Rolla.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (5 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Formulate original research questions in Petroleum Engineering
  • Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
  • Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.

Career outcomes

  • Advanced Reservoir Simulation Expert
  • Subsurface Flow Researcher
  • Enhanced Oil Recovery Specialist
  • Academic Researcher
  • Deepwater Drilling Innovator

Curriculum

  • On-campus doctoral study in petroleum engineering. The programme centres on petroleum engineering topics
  • With thesis and non-thesis options
  • And candidates complete a dissertation based on original research. Degree rules follow the graduate catalog.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree or a non-UK equivalent in a relevant subject
  • Some programmes ask for a 2:1 or for subject content such as mathematics
  • Computing or psychology. Relevant professional experience is considered for some programmes. Interpreting and translating programmes assess language proficiency.
  • UK 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent (most programmes
  • 2:1 for Actuarial and some maths/engineering programmes
  • Stated per programme).

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (honours) in a relevant subject, Some engineering/biomedical programmes accept strong professional experience, Interpreting/translating needs language proficiency and a test.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • PTE Academic 63
  • Cambridge 169
  • Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme page for entry requirements and start date. Apply at least 6 weeks before teaching starts if you need a visa. Apply through the online application form (create an account. No application fee is published). Upload your transcript
  2. Passport copy and English evidence
  3. Plus any personal statement requested. Some programmes may invite you to an online or in-person interview. Accept your offer once conditions are met and pay the non-refundable advance instalment of first-year fees unless a sponsor pays. Request your CAS
  4. Then apply for the student visa showing tuition plus maintenance (up to 10
  5. 539 GBP).

Other costs

Tuition per year£30,856 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£2,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEdinburgh Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty or school requires confirmation
DepartmentDepartment of Petroleum Engineering
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay5 years
Scholarship noteScholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    15 Oct 2026

    Closed

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jun 2027

    214 days left

  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    15 Oct 2027

    336 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.