Petroleum Refining Systems Engineering MSc

Developed in response to the worldwide shortage of qualified engineers in the relevant industries, this programme is suitable for graduates in an engineering, science or technology subject with an interest in pursuing a successful career in the energy or petrochemical sectors.

 

The programme will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills required to work as an engineer in the oil, gas and petrochemical sectors. The key learning outcomes are: an understanding of oil refining and associated downstream processing technologies, operations and economics; process safety and operations integrity; and methods for the optimal design of process systems.

 

The programme combines petroleum refining (technologies, operations and economics) and systems engineering (modelling and simulation, optimisation, and process design and integration).

 

In addition, it provides opportunities for you to learn about the general economics of the energy sector, oil exploration and production, as well as renewable energy systems. Furthermore, study of the various aspects of petroleum refining will be augmented by unique work assignments at a virtual oil refining and chemical company.