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Master of Science in ​Geoscience
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Master of Science in ​Geoscience

Source: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Master-by-Coursework/MSc-in-Geoscience.aspx Parent: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Prospective%20Files/Programme-Offered.aspx

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Admission

Master of Science in ​Geoscience

(JPT/BPP(R3/0532/7/0003)07/26)(A7175) ​

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Introduction

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Petroleum Geoscience is an interdisciplinary field that applies geoscience principles and quantitative methods in the search and development of commercial oil and gas fields. It includes interpreting, predicting and managing risks and uncertainties in exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbon resources. At Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, the Master of Science in Petroleum Geoscience programme is tailored to train young graduates and professionals from the industry in the full range of approaches, methods and techniques to explore and evaluate new oil and gas fields and to characterise reservoirs.

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The programme is designed to meet the capability requirements for oil and gas industry specialist, exploration and reservoir geoscientist which include field geologist, seismic interpreter, quantitative geophysicist as well as E&P subsurface risking leaders.

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This is achieved through 6 core technical modules, 4 specialisation electives either in subsurface imaging or reservoir geoscience, 3 non-technical modules and an industrial project. Throughout the programme, there is a high​ degree of geological fieldwork and computer programming usage, both for project and teaching-learning activities. Each of the module is being taught by established academician and industry experts within Petroleum Geoscience domain.

Programme Objectives

  1. Petroleum geoscientist specialist with insights to articulate complex industry problems and solutions.

  2. Industry leaders with integrity towards sustainable development through continuous improvement and innovation for the betterment of society.​​\

Programme Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate continuing and advanced knowledge in petroleum geoscience and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-disciplinary context.\

  2. Analyse and evaluate critically problems in petroleum geoscience, particularly in situations with limited information and to provide solutions through application of appropriate tools and techniques.\

  3. Appraise available information and research evidence in petroleum geoscience and apply it in the engineering context.\

  4. Plan and perform research undertakings in petroleum geoscience professionally, ethically and responsibly.\

  5. Report technical findings in both written and oral forms.\

  6. Recognise the needs for continuing professional development in petroleum geoscience.\

Programme Highlights

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  1. Demonstrate continuing and advanced knowledge in petroleum geoscience and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-disciplinary context.

  2. Analyse and evaluate critically problems in petroleum geoscience, particularly in situations with limited information and to provide solutions through application of appropriate tools and techniques.

  3. Appraise available information and research evidence in petroleum geoscience and apply it in the engineering context.

  4. Plan and perform research undertakings in petroleum geoscience professionally, ethically and responsibly.

  5. Report technical findings in both written and oral forms.

  6. Recognise the needs for continuing professional development in petroleum geoscience.

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Programme Details

​Department: Department of Geosciences \

Intakes: January, May, and September

Mode of Deliverance:

• Modular

• Min 1 year, Max 3 years

• Full Time (Conventional or ODL)

Entry Requirements

i. Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74 or its equivalent OR;

ii. Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49 or its equivalent will require 5 years of working experience and internal rigorous assessment

iii. Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate pre-requisite courses and meet the minimum CGPA based on (i) to (ii)

Apel.A field:

​• Applicable

English Requirements

• ​International students are required to be proficient in written and spoken English with a minimum TOEFL score of 550 OR a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or its equivalent.​

• Native English speakers or holding a degree with English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from this requirement

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Pre-requisite courses

Bachelor’s Degree from non-geoscience / earth science related programme will have to take pre-requisite courses as below:

• Physical Geology

• Seismic Method

It will be conducted 100% online

*Estimated Total Cost Fee*

• RM 29,550 (Malaysian)

• RM 38,600 (International)

Career Prospects

Petroleum Geoscientist, Geologist, Geophysicist, Geotechnical Consultant​

Programme Curriculum Structure and Programme Module Synopsis

​The curriculum is meticulously developed with inputs drawn from the oil and gas industry experts in Malaysia and other parts of the world. The programme is also designed to accommodate working professionals who would be able to utilise their work experience in projects. For fresh graduates, there will be opportunities to work on real projects with various petroleum companies. All the modules are designed to be completed over 3 semesters period, with each technical module taking place within 2-3 weeks duration. Examinations are held at the end of the semester. ​ Courses​ Credit Hours --- --- ​Compulsory Core​ ​Basin & Structu​ral Dynamics ​3 ​Applied Sedimentology & Stratigraphy 3​ ​Petroleum System & Basin Modelling 3​ ​Applied Geophysics 3​ ​Formation Evaluation & Petrophysics 3​ ​Life of Field & Subsurface Risking 3​ ​Specialisation (Choose 2) Advance Seismic Technology ​3 ​Quantitative & Computational Geophysics 3 ​Reservoir Modelling and Characterisation ​3 ​Reservoir Engineering ​3 ​Project ​Individual Industrial Project I 3 ​Individual Industrial Project II​ 7 ​​National Requirement ​Research Methodology ​2 University Requirement ​Project Management ​2 ​​Data Analytic 3 ​Total​ 41 --- --- S​ubject by Semester ​​Semester 1 --- --- ​Course Name ​Credit Hours ​Basin & Structural Dynamics ​3 ​Applied Sedimentology & Stratigraphy ​3 ​Petroleum System & Basin Modelling ​3 ​Research Methodology ​2 ​Project Management ​2 ​Total ​13 ​​Semester 2 --- --- ​Course Name ​Credit Hours Applied Geophysics ​3 Formation Evaluation & Petrophysics ​3 Life of Field & Subsurface Risking ​3 Individual Industrial Project I​ ​3 ​Total ​12 Semester 3 --- --- ​​Course Name ​Credit Hours Course 1 of Specialization I / II 3 Course 2 of Specialization I / II​ ​3 Data Analytic 3 Individual Industrial Project II​ 7​ ​Total 16 Total Credit Hours​ 41   Programme Module Synopsis The curriculum is meticulously developed with inputs drawn from the oil and gas industry experts in Malaysia and other parts of the world. The programme is also designed to accommodate working professionals who would be able to utilise their work experience in projects. For fresh graduates, there will be opportunities to work on real projects with various petroleum companies. All the modules are designed to be completed over 3 semesters period, with each technical module taking place within 2-3 weeks duration. Examinations are held at the end of the semester. --- --- --- Course Code Module Credit Hour QCM5013​ Basin and Structural Dynamics 3 credits This course addresses structural analysis of basin formation and development in the framework of regional plate tectonics dynamics. It provides an overview of the architecture of the different types of sedimentary basins, and related structures and includes exercises of seismic interpretation to correctly reconstruct their evolution with time.

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Contact

Programme Manager

Ts Dr Abdul Halim Abdul Latiff

Email: abdulhalim.alatiff@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053687127

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Academic Executive

Mr Elmi Johar A Rahman

Email: elmi.rahman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053687434

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General Inquiries

Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman

Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053688192​

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