Highlights
Tuition fee
16600 MYR / year
12200 MYR / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
16600 MYR / year
12200 MYR / year
Unknown
Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
Apply date
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Seri Iskandar, Malaysia
Campus location
Seri Iskandar, Malaysia
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Venture into ground breaking, multidisciplinary research and work with professors and research teams from other institutions. Learn more at the Petroleum Engineering programme from the University Teknologi PETRONAS.

Overview

Get set for advanced specialist research training, independent thought, critical analysis, effective communication and expert knowledge of the discipline. Learn more at the Petroleum Engineering programme offered by University Teknologi PETRONAS.

Programme Outcomes

  • Contribute to original research to broaden the boundary of knowledge through thesis. 
  • Demonstrate an in-depth scholarship of Engineering area of research.
  • Provide expert advice to the society in Engineering area of research.
  • Plan and perform independent research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly and to lead/supervise research project.
  • Internalise research finding & report to peers at level suitable for international publication.
  • Construct critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new ideas. 
  • Recognise the needs for continuing professional development.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

  • Enhanced Oil Recovery
  • Oil Field Chemical
  • Flow Assurance
  • Drilling Optimisation
  • Drilling Fluid and Completion
  • Cementing Technology
  • Deep Reservoir

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months
  • Part-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
IELTS
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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Seri Iskandar, Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Candid​​ates must hold a Master Degree* in the relevant field OR equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Candidates to enrol  in Engineering/ Engineering Technology & Computing programmes but having  qualification from different disciplines must undergo pre-requisite courses.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    16600 MYR / year
    16600 MYR / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    12200 MYR / year
    12200 MYR / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Petroleum Engineering.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 MYR
Deadline
03 Dec 2027
Malaysia International Scholarship

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Malaysian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available

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