Heriot-Watt University Courses and Fees 2026

Master of Science [M.Sc] [Petroleum Engineering] From Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh, ScotlandLocation
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Estd1821established year
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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Petroleum Engineering)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #201 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$39,547 /Yr

£29,960 /Yr
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  • The programme encompasses a wide range of applied petroleum engineering fundamentals, leading to development of a technically well-prepared graduate with a sound knowledge of the industry – through eight taught courses and two projects.
  • During the field development project, students work together on real field data, considering the technical, economic and environmental aspects involved.
  • For the individual research project, students select a specialist topic, for example related to geosciences, enhanced oil recovery, production chemistry or advanced drilling and completions, offered both by the Institute and by the industry.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$39547 (GBP 29960)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$39547 (GBP 29960)
2023$39547 (GBP 29960)
2021$53601 (GBP 40607)

Important Dates

No application deadlines are available, students have to apply as soon as possible.
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Aug 2, 2025

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

58 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

300 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE


Ranking

20252024202320222021202020192018

Times Higher Education logo
Engineering 201 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #13 out of 68 in UK 2025)

QS World University logo
Engineering 254 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #24 out of 37 in UK 2025)

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Career and Placement after Course

  • Graduates of the Petroleum Engineering programme are much sought after by oil operating and oilfield service companies both in the UK and worldwide.
  • Graduates go on to work for major global oil and gas operating companies, service companies as well as smaller consultancies in petroleum engineering.
  • The programme also provides an excellent springboard for graduates wishing to pursue a career in research.


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