Overview
The Petroleum Geosciences BSc program offered at Khalifa University is further offered with concentration in Petroleum Geophysics. The strengths of the Petroleum Geosciences curricula include an emphasis on geosciences project and laboratory work and use of modern software applications. In addition, emphasis is placed on the development of professional skills during coursework.
Program Educational Objectives
- Apply geological and geophysical knowledge and skills to recognize exploration, development and production problems and design technically, economically and environmentally sound solutions to find and maximize the value of petroleum resources of the UAE.
- Contribute effectively, including in leadership roles, in multi-disciplinary exploration, development and production teams.
- Function ethically and with integrity such that society and industry benefit from their work as petroleum geoscientists.
- Continue personal and professional growth through self-education.
- Meet or exceed expectations of employers of the petroleum industry and other geosciences sectors in attaining technical and personal competencies.
Career Opportunities
- Oil and gas industry
- Environmental agencies
- Academia
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Earth Materials
- Geology and Geophysics
- Sedimentary Petrology
- Reflection Seismology
- Remote Sensing for Earth Sciences Applications & GIS
- Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
- Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS)What students do after studying
Academic requirements
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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
- American - Minimum GPA 3.0 (or equivalent) on scale of 4; Mathematics in 3 of last 3 years, Physics in 2 of last 3 years, and Chemistry in 1 of last 3 years; Minimum score of 80 in Mathematics; At least 1 science in last year
- 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
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents85625 AED / year≈ 85625 AED / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents85625 AED / year≈ 85625 AED / year
Living costs
Abu Dhabi
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