Petroleum Engineering - Bachelor [4 Years]
$31,214 /Yr Co-op On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Science [B.S] Petroleum Engineering

  • BSc in Petroleum Engineering at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • Petroleum Engineering is more than just oil and gas in addition to energy, petroleum-based products such as plastics are key components of virtually every consumer product and medical device customer use.
  • Petroleum engineers apply scientific understanding and technology in the extraction and management of hydrocarbon resources while also exploring ways to preserve and protect the environment.
  • For the past five decades, the University of Alberta has offered the only accredited BSc Petroleum Engineering degree program in Canada. 
  • The student-faculty ratio of this program is 21:1.
  • The program emphasis is on providing opportunities for students to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on application and design.
  • This degree can be taken as a Co-op and Students will have the opportunity to complete paid, supervised work terms throughout the degree.
  • Co-op programs are a great way to challenge themselves, gain relevant work experience, and make connections to the industry before students graduate.
  • Most co-op programs include five work terms lasting four months each, in addition to the usual eight terms (four years) of full-time study. Therefore, co-op programs require five years to complete.
  • Students get the opportunities to apply for scholarships, fellowships, awards, and grants both internally and externally.
  • The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
  • The Faculty of Engineering is widely recognized as one of the top engineering schools in Canada, with globally renowned professors, state-of-the-art labs, and highly specialized facilities and areas of research.
  • Job opportunities after BSc in Petroleum Engineering are Petroleum Engineer, Engineers, etc and the average salary goes up to 48,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $30218 $30218 $30218 $30218
Health Insurance $97 $97 $97 $97
Books and supply $900 $900 $900 $900
Total Fees $31214 $31214 $31214 $31214

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 61 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 115 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition), Calculus, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics subjects courses to get admission in this program.
  • Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
  • Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
  • Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.