The Graduate Certificate in Petroleum Engineering is designed for engineering and science graduates and industry personnel who want to expand their knowledge base and improve their technical understanding. Our courses cover both the fundamentals and the applications of drilling engineering, reservoir engineering, petroleum technology, business principles and business management. You will update your technical know-how and skills in petroleum engineering, develop and expand your knowledge and interact with those at the cutting edge of this discipline. This program provides a pathway to the Graduate Diploma and the Master of Petroleum Engineering.

The petroleum industry has long been one of the world's largest, powering much of modern life and the global economy. Engineering in the field is highly challenging and rewarding, with outstanding career opportunities worldwide. Our Graduate Certificate of Petroleum Engineering will build on your existing engineering knowledge and experience in another discipline to help you enter this exciting industry. Completed over 6 months full-time, the degree features an engaging blend of face-to-face tuition and practical problem solving. The program is developed and taught by world-class, industry-trained and research-active academics through our Australian School of Petroleum and Energy Resources (ASPER)-Australia's only school of its kind, and the leading centre for integrated petroleum research and education throughout the Asia Pacific region. The wide-ranging and internationally informed curriculum draws on ASPER's strong collaborations with industry and other leading universities around the world, delivering you: basic knowledge of petroleum engineering principles fundamental skills in evaluating, selecting and using appropriate, environmentally responsible methods and techniques in drilling, reservoir and production engineering skills in solving petroleum engineering problems specialised petroleum engineering technical and creative capabilities effective interpersonal communication skills. Interaction with ASPER's world-recognised staff and guest industry presenters will also help you develop valuable connections and real-world insight.

The Master of Philosophy aims to expand knowledge beyond the undergraduate honours or postgraduate diploma level, culminating in a research thesis. Upon completion of a master by research degree, you may apply to be considered for entry into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program.

Provides an opportunity for graduates from other fields to diversify their knowledge and skills in petroleum engineering. This course provides an opportunity for engineering graduates from other fields to develop the fundamental specialist knowledge to pursue career opportunities in the oil and gas industry, both in Australia and internationally.