School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
Overview
Petroleum engineering is the field of engineering that deals with the exploration, extraction, and production of oil and natural gas. Petroleum engineers are responsible for producing hydrocarbon resources from oil and gas reservoirs. A petroleum engineer chooses the best method for drilling and extracting oil and natural gas from a certain well. They keep an eye on drilling operations and fix any operational issues. They also decide how to stimulate an underperforming well and devise new strategies for recovering any leftover oil and gas from existing wells.
A petroleum engineer chooses the best method for drilling and extracting oil and natural gas from a certain well.
A petroleum engineer chooses the best method for drilling and extracting oil and natural gas from a certain well.
They keep an eye on drilling operations and fix any operational issues. They also decide how to stimulate an underperforming well and devise new strategies for recovering any leftover oil and gas from existing wells.
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering is a four-year program that trains engineers for careers in the oil and gas production and services industries. BSc degree in Petroleum Engineering in Kazakhstan offers an exciting career in the oil and gas industry since Kazakhstan is among the largest oil producing countries in the world. It opens opportunities in the high demand market to work across the globe in technically challenging and financially rewarding jobs.
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering is a four-year program that trains engineers for careers in the oil and gas production and services industries. BSc degree in Petroleum Engineering in Kazakhstan offers an exciting career in the oil and gas industry since Kazakhstan is among the largest oil producing countries in the world. It opens opportunities in the high demand market to work across the globe in technically challenging and financially rewarding jobs.
Testimonial
Razida Kenes
Major: BSc Petroleum Engineering
Graduation Year: 2023
Graduation Year: 2023
Nazarbayev University (NU) stood out to me as the top university in Kazakhstan, but it wasn’t until I visited the campus as a high school student that I knew this was where I wanted to be. The sense of community and vibrant atmosphere immediately drew me in.
Pursuing a BSc in Petroleum Engineering at NU was challenging, but it was an unforgettable journey. The support from the professors, staff, and fellow students at the School of Mining and Geosciences (SMG) made even the toughest moments rewarding. I had the privilege of working on a research project with KazMunaiGas, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a real Kazakhstani field. Our team, led by Professor Peyman Pourafshary, contributed to academic publications and international conferences—an experience I will always cherish.
Beyond academics, NU enriched my social life. I made lifelong friends and created unforgettable memories. I’m proud to be an NU alumna, but even prouder to be part of the SMG family. Looking back, NU helped shape my path and gave me the confidence to pursue further studies in the UK.
For prospective students, my advice is simple: embrace everything NU offers. Step out of your comfort zone, learn from your mistakes, and never set limits on what you can achieve. The opportunities are endless, and your only competition is yourself.
Pursuing a BSc in Petroleum Engineering at NU was challenging, but it was an unforgettable journey. The support from the professors, staff, and fellow students at the School of Mining and Geosciences (SMG) made even the toughest moments rewarding. I had the privilege of working on a research project with KazMunaiGas, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a real Kazakhstani field. Our team, led by Professor Peyman Pourafshary, contributed to academic publications and international conferences—an experience I will always cherish.
Beyond academics, NU enriched my social life. I made lifelong friends and created unforgettable memories. I’m proud to be an NU alumna, but even prouder to be part of the SMG family. Looking back, NU helped shape my path and gave me the confidence to pursue further studies in the UK.
For prospective students, my advice is simple: embrace everything NU offers. Step out of your comfort zone, learn from your mistakes, and never set limits on what you can achieve. The opportunities are endless, and your only competition is yourself.
Exploring Innovations in Petroleum Engineering
Exploring Innovations in Petroleum Engineering
Dilyara Sagandykova is a passionate Bachelor’s student majoring in Petroleum Engineering. In this short feature, she shares insights about her current research project, highlighting her motivations and the significance of her work in advancing the field. With a focus on scientific exploration and practical application, Dilyara is committed to contributing to the future of energy engineering and technology.
General information
- Campus: Astana, Kazakhstan
- Language: English
- Delivery mode: Full time, on-campus
- Duration: 4 years
- Total ECTS credit: 240
Program Aims
The Program Educational Objectives of the Petroleum Engineering Undergraduate Program at Nazarbayev University are to prepare students:
- To excel in petroleum engineering, technical domains and leadership in the oil and gas industry and related industries at national and international standards;
- To pursue further advanced level education, research and development, and innovative efforts and activities in science, engineering, and technology; and
- To seek life-long learning through formal training and education, professional development, and individual inquiry.
Key Advantages
- 95%+ job placement rate within 1–2 months of graduation1
- Internships with major companies: KazMunaiGas, Schlumberger, Chevron, and more2
- Access to modern labs and cutting-edge software for reservoir modeling and well performance analysis3
- Capstone and thesis projects connected with real industry needs4
- Diverse, supportive academic environment with professors from around the world5
- Opportunities to publish research and present at international conferences (e.g. ATCE)6
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will be able to:
- Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives,
- Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Covers the fundamentals of:
- Reservoir Engineering
- Drilling & Production
- Formation Evaluation
- Basic Petroleum Geomechanics
- Intro to Data Analysis and software
- Focus is on core knowledge, field exposure, and technical foundations
Curriculum
Electives
- Advanced Technologies in Drilling
- Heavy Oil Resources and Recovery
- Gas Engineering
- Production Enhancement
- Reservoir Management
- Surface Facilities
- Probability and Geostatistics
- Engineering Economics
- Naturally Fractured Reservoirs
- Introduction to Data Science and Machine Learning
Handbook
Core modules
Where do our graduates work?
- Career opportunities
- Oil and gas companies (exploration and production, national/international oil companies)
- Service companies (oilfield services, drilling/production contractors)
- Engineering and consulting companies
- Energy related government sectors
- Renewable energy sectors
- Engineering procurement and construction
- Safety engineering
- Groundwater engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Where?Top companies: KMG Engineering, SLB (Schlumberger), Chevron, KazMunaiGas, Shell, TengizChevrOil (TCO), Haliburton,
and others in Kazakhstan, UAE, UK, India, and beyond
Admissions
Contact details
Email addresses:
- Regarding consultation on admissions - info_admissions@nu.edu.kz
- In case of questions regarding submission of an application, please send a request to the emails according to the table below, specifying the Applicant ID number assigned in your Personal Account - undergraduate_admissions@nu.edu.kz
- On academic issues - smg@nu.edu.kz
Call or email us:
Admissions Manager (MSc PhD programs):
Admissions Manager (MSc PhD programs):
+7(7172)69-4628