Overview

The Petroleum Engineering program at Khalifa University is uniquely defined by well-equipped, state-of-the-art modern laboratory and computer facilities and access to local operating companies. The content of the courses, projects, and assignments are selected to help prepare graduates to launch their oil industry careers as willing and eager contributors. Students are well equipped with skills and knowledge of basic engineering and science, fundamental understandings of reservoir, well, and production and surface facilities.

Learning Objectives

Demonstrate the highest levels of technical, ethical and behavioral competencies.

Develop and establish themselves as engineers and supervisors.

Become competent engineers to serve the country’s objectives.

Undertake graduate studies and become involved in research and development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Communication

Calculus

Chemistry

Engineering Design

Computing

Reservoir Rock Properties

Thermodynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-02 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

79

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6

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Credits

139 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Mining, Oil & Gas

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

79

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should have graduated from high school no later than two years prior to the current year.

EmSAT subjects: Math 875, Physics 600, Arabic 900 and English 1100

A graduate from an English-medium institution who can provide evidence of acquiring a minimum overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 or a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79 (or equivalent)

British - Total of 8 courses 5 - O level including Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry , 3 - AS/A levels including Mathematics, and (Physics or Chemistry); Minimum grade of C in all courses

International Baccalaureate - diploma with minimum score of 4 in all courses - Courses should include Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry - High School Equivalency Certificate

Students outside the UAE must provide one of the following certificates to be considered for admission: SAT Math score 700 and above, AP Math score 3 and above, A Level Math score C and above

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

86875 AED / year

≈ 86875 AED / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

86875 AED / year

≈ 86875 AED / year

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

5000 - 8600 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learning Objectives

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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