PhD in Petroleum Engineering Program By Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) |Top Universities
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Program Duration

96 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

3,535 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Petroleum

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Through the PhD in Petroleum Engineering program, venture into ground breaking, multidisciplinary research and work with professors and research teams from other institutions. Get set for advanced specialist research training, independent thought, critical analysis, effective communication and expert knowledge of the discipline. Graduates through this program are able to: Demonstrate an in-depth scholarship of petroleum engineering area of research; Contribute to original research to broaden the boundary of knowledge through thesis; Construct critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas; Plan and perform independent research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly and to lead/supervise research project; Internalise research finding & report to peers at level suitable for international publication; Recognise the needs for continuing professional development; and Provide expert advice to the society in petroleum engineering area of research.

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Petroleum

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Through the PhD in Petroleum Engineering program, venture into ground breaking, multidisciplinary research and work with professors and research teams from other institutions. Get set for advanced specialist research training, independent thought, critical analysis, effective communication and expert knowledge of the discipline. Graduates through this program are able to: Demonstrate an in-depth scholarship of petroleum engineering area of research; Contribute to original research to broaden the boundary of knowledge through thesis; Construct critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas; Plan and perform independent research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly and to lead/supervise research project; Internalise research finding & report to peers at level suitable for international publication; Recognise the needs for continuing professional development; and Provide expert advice to the society in petroleum engineering area of research.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

5+
61+
​​​​Candidates must hold a Master Degree (equivalent to Malaysian Qualifications Framework, Level 7 Master’s Degree) in the relevant field OR equivalent from a recognized university​.​​; Candidates to enrol  in Engineering/ Engineering Technology & Computing programmes but having  qualification from different disciplines must undergo pre-requisite courses.
8 Years
Jan
Jul

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

1,620 USD
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International Students

3,535 USD
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Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established on 10 January 1997 and is a leading private university in Malaysia. The campus is built on a 400 hectare (1,000 acres) site strategically located at Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia. The university is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), the national oil and gas company of Malaysia. UTP offers a wide range of industry-relevant engineering, science and technology programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.  It aims to produce well-rounded graduates with excellent leadership qualities and communication abilities. The university conducts extensive research activities in collaboration with PETRONAS and other institutions and industries, locally and abroad, on six research focus and niche areas.  They are self-sustainable building, transport infrastructure, health analytics, hydrocarbon recovery, contaminant management and autonomous system. UTP has produced more than 15,000 graduates and currently has an enrolment of over 1,200 foundation students, 6,000 undergraduates and 1,200 postgraduates from more than 60 countries around the world.

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) was established on 10 January 1997 and is a leading private university in Malaysia. The campus is built on a 400 hectare (1,000 acres) site strategically located at Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia. The university is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), the national oil and gas company of Malaysia. UTP offers a wide range of industry-relevant engineering, science and technology programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.  It aims to produce well-rounded graduates with excellent leadership qualities and communication abilities. The university conducts extensive research activities in collaboration with PETRONAS and other institutions and industries, locally and abroad, on six research focus and niche areas.  They are self-sustainable building, transport infrastructure, health analytics, hydrocarbon recovery, contaminant management and autonomous system. UTP has produced more than 15,000 graduates and currently has an enrolment of over 1,200 foundation students, 6,000 undergraduates and 1,200 postgraduates from more than 60 countries around the world.

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