The University of Adelaide

Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

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 Diploma of Petroleum Engineering will build on your existing engineering knowledge and experience in another discipline to help you to enter this exciting industry.

Delivery mode

The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • The University of Adelaide, Adelaide

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or equivalent in a discipline other than petroleum engineering with a minimum GPA of 4.0.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or equivalent in a discipline other than petroleum engineering with a minimum GPA of 4.0.

English language test scores

IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no individual band score lower than 6.0

C1 Advanced: 176 overall, with no individual band score lower than 169

Pearson: 58 overall, with no individual band score lower than 50

TOEFL: 79 overall and no other band score lower than 13

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $43,500 - $52,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$43,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$52,000
Enquire with The University of Adelaide to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $43,500 - $52,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering will prepare you for the following roles.

Petroleum Engineer

A Petroleum Engineer focuses on the extraction of oil and gas from underground reserves. You’ll work with drilling equipment and techniques to opti...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Drilling Engineer

A Drilling Engineer designs and implements drilling plans for extracting oil and gas from underground reservoirs. You may work on-site at drilling ...

Avg yearly income $160,160
Entry barriers Low

Production Engineer

A Production Engineer designs and maintains equipment used during the manufacturing of a range of items. You might create machinery to produce spec...

Avg yearly income $106,184
Entry barriers Low

Reservoir Engineer

A Reservoir Engineer manages and optimises the extraction of oil and gas from subsurface reservoirs. You might work for an energy company or a cons...

Avg yearly income $114,400
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Adelaide

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