M.Sc. (Petroleum Exploration)

Masters of Science in Petroleum Exploration

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration or Master of Science in Petroleum Exploration is a postgraduate Petroleum Engineering course. Petroleum Exploration is a search by petroleum geologists and geophysicists for hydrocarbon deposits beneath the Earth's surface such as oil and natural gas. The course includes material science, refining & petrochemical production process, waste disposal, new process technologies. M.Tech. (Petroleum Exploration) inputs help the student obtain a broad update and find solutions to current and future refinery problems. Course focuses on exploration geosciences, and develops key skills for understanding petroleum systems, evaluation of sedimentary basins, and leads and prospect generation.

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Eligibility

• B.Sc. or any other equivalent qualification in relevant subject with minimum 60% marks.
• In very reputed universities and colleges, there is an entrance examination for admission.

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Syllabus

Syllabus of Petroleum Exploration as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration College

• Adikavi Nannaya University, Rajamundhry

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Course Suitability

• They should have team spirit quality as they interact with specialists in a wide range of fields outside the organisation.
• Applicants should be creative, inquisitive, and analytical and have an eye for detail.
• Students should also possess research skills, decision-making and problem-solving skills which are of great importance in Petroleum Exploration and part of managerial skills.
• They should have the habit of working in tight-schedules and meet deadlines.
• Course is suitable for those who want to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems for locating, extracting, processing and refining crude petroleum and natural gas.

How is M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Course Beneficial?

• This course aims to give a better understanding of the practical side of the oil and gas exploration and production operations to the students.
• Course provides training for geoscientists who wish to pursue a career in the oil industry, working in exploration for oil and gas, but also has elements that introduce field appraisal and development.
• The course also provides good base for further research studies such as M.Phil. and Ph.D.
• The course helps to develop specialized talent having domain knowledge on all aspects of refining and petrochemical science and engineering including material science, refining & petrochemical production process, waste disposal, new process technologies.
• They can also have jobs in the petroleum sector; with major international oil companies, service companies or the growing number of consultancies, government institutions or in the financial sector.

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Oil Companies
• Gas Operating Companies
• Environment Protection Agencies
• Oil Refineries

M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration Job Types

• Field Production Technician
• Land Field Assistant
• Associate Engineer
• Financial Controller
• Drilling Superintendent
• Assistant Community Development Officer
• Marketing Consultant
• Associate Director Corporate Marketing
• Research Economist
• Receptionist
• Administrative Assistant

Advance Course in M.Sc. Petroleum Exploration

• M.Phil. (Petroleum Exploration)