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MSc Petroleum Engineering
Heriot-Watt University — Edinburgh, United Kingdom
MSc Petroleum Engineering is a postgraduate Engineering course at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £29,960 per year and starts in September and January.
Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Engineering · £29,960 per year
Intakes: September, January
Combines lectures, field trips, industry software and expert seminars. Covers traditional petroleum engineering plus geothermal, carbon capture and hydrogen storage. Builds skills in reservoir management, subsurface analysis and sustainable asset management. Entry requirements (from the course page): Minimum 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent in engineering, physical or earth science, with good understanding of mathematics. Bangladesh-specific entry requirements are not published; UnifinderAi will confirm for Bangladeshi applicants. English language requirement: PGT STEM: IELTS 6.0 overall, min 5.5 each skill. International full-time tuition fee: £29,960 (Jan 2027; Sept 2027/Jan 2028 30,856). Fees are as listed on the Heriot-Watt course page and may change.
Modules
- Drilling Engineering
- Formation Evaluation
- Geoscience with Integrated Data Science
- Reservoir Engineering
- Energy Project Economics
- Production Technology
- Reservoir Simulation
- Well Testing
Careers
- Roles addressing global energy challenges including the energy transition (about 90% employed or in further study, 2024 Graduate Outcomes)
Frequently asked questions
How long is MSc Petroleum Engineering at Heriot-Watt University?
MSc Petroleum Engineering takes 1 year (Full-time).
How much does MSc Petroleum Engineering at Heriot-Watt University cost?
The listed tuition fee is £29,960 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does MSc Petroleum Engineering start?
Intakes: September and January.
What level is MSc Petroleum Engineering?
It is a postgraduate course in Engineering.
What will I study on MSc Petroleum Engineering?
Modules include Drilling Engineering, Formation Evaluation, Geoscience with Integrated Data Science, Reservoir Engineering, Energy Project Economics and Production Technology.
What careers can MSc Petroleum Engineering lead to?
Typical roles include Roles addressing global energy challenges including the energy transition (about 90% employed or in further study, 2024 Graduate Outcomes).