Overview

This Bachelor of Applied Technology Petroleum Engineering (PGWP Eligible – details in description) program from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is an essential stepping stone to a fulfilling career within the upstream petroleum sector, including gas process engineering and facilities design.

Key Facts

You will explore the core segments of the petroleum industry and gain a thorough grounding in:

oil and gas exploration, including the techniques and challenges involved in discovering new petroleum reservoirs
drilling engineering, acquiring skills in drilling mechanics and operations, understanding the complexities of building wells
the behaviour of oil and gas reservoirs and how to maximize resource extraction
the phases of production, from wellbore to surface operations, ensuring efficiency and sustainability
oil and gas facilities design and operation, engaging in the design, build and operation of facilities with an emphasis on safety and environmental considerations
upgrading and refining operations, including the processes involved in converting crude oil into usable products, enhancing product value
the tools for cost estimation, risk assessment and financial forecasting essential in the petroleum industry.

Potential Careers

Engineering Managers
Petroleum Engineers
Geological and Mineral Technologists and Technicians
Drillers and Blasters - Surface Mining, Quarrying and Construction
Supervisors, Mining and Quarrying

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Fluid Phase Behaviour

Industrial Communications

Drilling

Petroleum Economics

Petroleum Geology

Production Operations Engineering

Reservoir

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-24 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

53

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OTE

130

IELTS

6

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Credits

57 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Calgary, Canada

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Mining, Oil & Gas View 23 other Bachelors in Mining, Oil & Gas in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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115

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80

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53

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130

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6

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General requirements

A two-year SAIT diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar engineering technology, with a grade point average of 2.5 or better is the normal entrance requirement.

University graduates holding relevant science (mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology, or geophysics) or engineering degrees are accepted. Additional courses may be required before starting the program.

All applicants who were educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English Language proficiency and provide proof they meet the program admission requirements with an international document assessment.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24300 CAD / year

≈ 24300 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

7290 CAD / year

≈ 7290 CAD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students second year: $1,944
International students second year: $6,480

Living costs

Calgary

Canada

1247 - 1953 CAD / month

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