MSc in Drilling & Well Engineering
Overview of the Course
This innovative course is designed to deliver tomorrows Drilling and Well Engineering experts and is relevant to senior and middle managers and engineers.
Our work with industry partners, utilising industry standard application software, solid theory and hands-on practical experience means the RGU Drilling and Well Engineering MSc is an industry recognised competency standard.
By focusing on the concept of effective well construction and examining the lifecycle of the well, the course develops high levels of professional competence in the key areas of Well Design, Drilling and Operations Management and will give you real practical and academic skills which will enhance your career options.
In this course you study eight taught modules and complete a dissertation.
The taught modules are as follows:
- Subsurface
- Wells
- Facilities
- Business Essentials
- Drilling Technology
- Drilling Operations Management
- Advanced Completion & Subsea Systems
- Advanced Well Engineering
A postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or Masters of Science can be achieved depending on the stage of the course you complete.
You also have flexibility in the mode by which you study. The course can be taken full-time or online.
Aims of the Course
This specialist course has evolved and is designed to develop a critical approach to the implementation of drilling and well engineering and to provide a broad and sound understanding of the scientific, engineering and management aspects related to selected areas of effective drilling and well engineering.
It aims to develop high levels of professional competence, to encourage innovative thinking, which can be applied to the discipline of drilling and well engineering. It will also develop initiative, creativity, inter-personal skills and a high level of independent critical judgement at a level appropriate to a MSc degree.
The course represents a significant advance in the delivery of specialised professional development. Its modular structure and flexible delivery are designed especially to meet the 'real world' needs of industry.
Career Opportunities
Qualified professionals in Drilling & Well Engineering are in demand worldwide and this course has been designed to be relevant and meet the needs of practising technologists seeking specialist knowledge for the enhancement of their skills and for career progression.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have an Honours degree in Engineering or related discipline at level 2.2 or above. However those with other qualifications, but with considerable appropriate industrial experience may be considered. Students whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.5 before commencing study. Applicants should have at least 1 year relevant post degree industrial experience in the oil or gas industry.
Course Enquiries for FULL TIME International Applicants ONLY
If you are an international applicant, and wish to enquire about our FULL TIME courses, please use the link below or contact the RGU International Office.
Please note that registering interest is not the same as applying for a course.
You may apply by using the Apply link on the left of this page.
RGU International Office
Tel: +44 (0)1224 262726
Email: international@rgu.ac.uk
Course Enquiries for Home / EU or Distance learning Applicants
If you have a course enquiry you can register interest or contact the Energy Centre secretary who will relay your enquiry to the course leader.
Please note that registering interest is not the same as applying for a course.
You may apply by using the Apply link on the left of this page.
To register your interest in this course, please contact:
Energy Centre Secretary
The Robert Gordon University,
401 - 406 Schoolhill,
Aberdeen, AB10 1FR
Scotland UK.Tel: +44 (0)1224 262366
Fax: +44 (0)1224 262369
Email: energy@rgu.ac.uk
