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. 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Handbook
Core modules
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
How to apply
STEP 1. Create your personal account
Register on www.admissions.nu.edu.kz portal to create a Personal Account. Read the instructions about the application procedure given in your Personal account.
STEP 2. Complete your Application Form and attach required documents
Fill out the application form and attach the required documents:
STEP 3. Pay an application fee
The application fee is paid online via your personal account with a bank card.
The amount to pay is 5 000 tenge. Please be kindly informed that the application fee increases three times its established amount for applicants who pay the application fee within the last two weeks before the first officially approved deadline and/or during the extension period for application for participation in the admissions process for the Undergraduate programs (except Bachelor in Nursing (2-year) program of the School of Medicine). All application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4. Finish the registration process
Finish the registration process by pressing the “Submit application” button. After submission applicants can’t change their applications.
Step 5. Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates
Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates in your personal account in section "Upload IELTS/TOEFL" and fill up required information about the certificate.
Further steps
Check your e-mail for notifications from the NU Admissions Department and your personal account to learn about your application status.
If you experience any difficulties with the registration or online application, please contact info_admissions@nu.edu.kz. Refer to your IIN and/or Applicant ID while sending us your requests.STEP 1. Create your personal account
Register on www.admissions.nu.edu.kz portal to create a Personal Account. Read the instructions about the application procedure given in your Personal account.
STEP 2. Complete your Application Form and attach required documents
Fill out the application form and attach the required documents:
STEP 3. Pay an application fee
The application fee is paid online via your personal account with a bank card.
The amount to pay is 5 000 tenge. Please be kindly informed that the application fee increases three times its established amount for applicants who pay the application fee within the last two weeks before the first officially approved deadline and/or during the extension period for application for participation in the admissions process for the Undergraduate programs (except Bachelor in Nursing (2-year) program of the School of Medicine). All application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4. Finish the registration process
Finish the registration process by pressing the “Submit application” button. After submission applicants can’t change their applications.
Step 5. Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates
Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates in your personal account in section "Upload IELTS/TOEFL" and fill up required information about the certificate.
Further steps
Check your e-mail for notifications from the NU Admissions Department and your personal account to learn about your application status.
If you experience any difficulties with the registration or online application, please contact info_admissions@nu.edu.kz. Refer to your IIN and/or Applicant ID while sending us your requests.
Register on www.admissions.nu.edu.kz portal to create a Personal Account. Read the instructions about the application procedure given in your Personal account.
STEP 2. Complete your Application Form and attach required documents
Fill out the application form and attach the required documents:
- Scanned copy of a National ID card or passport;
- Scanned copy of secondary school or higher education institution certificate (attestat/diploma) with final academic performance or certificate from the school (spravka) according to the sample in the personal account;
- Motivation letter in English;
- Valid copies of certificates. The results of standardized tests must be sent directly to the University through test administrators.
STEP 3. Pay an application fee
The application fee is paid online via your personal account with a bank card.
The amount to pay is 5 000 tenge. Please be kindly informed that the application fee increases three times its established amount for applicants who pay the application fee within the last two weeks before the first officially approved deadline and/or during the extension period for application for participation in the admissions process for the Undergraduate programs (except Bachelor in Nursing (2-year) program of the School of Medicine). All application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4. Finish the registration process
Finish the registration process by pressing the “Submit application” button. After submission applicants can’t change their applications.
Step 5. Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates
Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates in your personal account in section "Upload IELTS/TOEFL" and fill up required information about the certificate.
Further steps
Check your e-mail for notifications from the NU Admissions Department and your personal account to learn about your application status.
If you experience any difficulties with the registration or online application, please contact info_admissions@nu.edu.kz. Refer to your IIN and/or Applicant ID while sending us your requests.STEP 1. Create your personal account
Register on www.admissions.nu.edu.kz portal to create a Personal Account. Read the instructions about the application procedure given in your Personal account.
STEP 2. Complete your Application Form and attach required documents
Fill out the application form and attach the required documents:
- Scanned copy of a National ID card or passport;
- Scanned copy of secondary school or higher education institution certificate (attestat/diploma) with final academic performance or certificate from the school (spravka) according to the sample in the personal account;
- Motivation letter in English;
- Valid copies of certificates. The results of standardized tests must be sent directly to the University through test administrators.
STEP 3. Pay an application fee
The application fee is paid online via your personal account with a bank card.
The amount to pay is 5 000 tenge. Please be kindly informed that the application fee increases three times its established amount for applicants who pay the application fee within the last two weeks before the first officially approved deadline and/or during the extension period for application for participation in the admissions process for the Undergraduate programs (except Bachelor in Nursing (2-year) program of the School of Medicine). All application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4. Finish the registration process
Finish the registration process by pressing the “Submit application” button. After submission applicants can’t change their applications.
Step 5. Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates
Upload IELTS/TOEFL certificates in your personal account in section "Upload IELTS/TOEFL" and fill up required information about the certificate.
Further steps
Check your e-mail for notifications from the NU Admissions Department and your personal account to learn about your application status.
If you experience any difficulties with the registration or online application, please contact info_admissions@nu.edu.kz. Refer to your IIN and/or Applicant ID while sending us your requests.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements for SAT/ACT applicants category
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
SAT Reasoning Test* or ACT:
SAT Reasoning Test – 1240 or ACT – 26 composite score
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
* The Nazarbayev University applies the Superscoring for SAT and ACT scores
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
SAT Reasoning Test* or ACT:
SAT Reasoning Test – 1240 or ACT – 26 composite score
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
* The Nazarbayev University applies the Superscoring for SAT and ACT scores
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
Minimum entry requirements for A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificates category*
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – no less than 6.5 overall (6.0 in each sub-score) or TOEFL iBT** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
A-level/NIS 12 Grade Certificates: no less than ABB for any subjects
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
*A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificates holders can also participate in the competition in the "SAT/ACT applicants" category with IELTS and SAT results (see the minimum requirements for this category on the website).
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – no less than 6.5 overall (6.0 in each sub-score) or TOEFL iBT** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
A-level/NIS 12 Grade Certificates: no less than ABB for any subjects
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
*A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificates holders can also participate in the competition in the "SAT/ACT applicants" category with IELTS and SAT results (see the minimum requirements for this category on the website).
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
Minimum entry requirements for IВ Diploma Programme category*
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
IB DP: 30 total score and 4, 4, 5 for 3 subjects of HL
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
* IB DP holders can also participate in the competition in the "SAT/ACT applicants" category with IELTS and SAT results (see the minimum requirements for this category on the website).
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
IB DP: 30 total score and 4, 4, 5 for 3 subjects of HL
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
* IB DP holders can also participate in the competition in the "SAT/ACT applicants" category with IELTS and SAT results (see the minimum requirements for this category on the website).
**TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
Minimum requirements for transfer students*
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT*** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
SAT Reasoning Test** or ACT:
SAT Reasoning Test – 1240 or ACT – 26 composite score
GPA/ Recommendation letters: 2.75 out of 4.0
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
Transfer credits of applicants who apply to Nazarbayev University, who are studying or completed undergraduate program are identified by the Admissions Committee. The maximum allowed number of transferable credits is 72 ECTS. Credits are transferred, but grades are not assigned to transferred courses. The grades received at the previous institution(s) will not be calculated into a student’s grade point average (GPA) or cumulative grade point average (CGPA) at the University
*Applicants/students who have successfully completed at least one academic year of an undergraduate program at a university with the English language as an official language of instruction and included in the list of top 200 universities according to the Times Higher Education World University or QS World University ranking at the time of application, are exempt from submitting SAT and IELTS/TOEFL results.
**The Nazarbayev University applies the Superscoring for SAT and ACT scores
***TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL iBT*** – 79 (reading – 13, listening – 12, speaking – 18, writing – 21)
SAT Reasoning Test** or ACT:
SAT Reasoning Test – 1240 or ACT – 26 composite score
GPA/ Recommendation letters: 2.75 out of 4.0
Interview: At the request of the Admissions Committee
Transfer credits of applicants who apply to Nazarbayev University, who are studying or completed undergraduate program are identified by the Admissions Committee. The maximum allowed number of transferable credits is 72 ECTS. Credits are transferred, but grades are not assigned to transferred courses. The grades received at the previous institution(s) will not be calculated into a student’s grade point average (GPA) or cumulative grade point average (CGPA) at the University
*Applicants/students who have successfully completed at least one academic year of an undergraduate program at a university with the English language as an official language of instruction and included in the list of top 200 universities according to the Times Higher Education World University or QS World University ranking at the time of application, are exempt from submitting SAT and IELTS/TOEFL results.
**The Nazarbayev University applies the Superscoring for SAT and ACT scores
***TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
List of International Subject Olympiads
List of Republican Subject Olympiads of the Republic of Kazakhstan
* Applicants can apply with both Republican and International Olympiads
Minimum requirements for the winners of the International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads category for all Schools’ applicants*
Type of Olympiad:
Medal type:
Minimum requirements for IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS/TOEFL is required, no minimum score*
Interview with Admission Committee: Required
*IELTS or TOEFL iBT results are reviewed by the Admissions Committee individually, TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
- International Mathematics Olympiad – IMO
- International Physics Olympiad – IPHO
- International Chemistry Olympiad -IChO
- International Biology Olympiad IBO
- International Olympiad in Informatics – IOI
- International Zhautykov Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics and Informatics
- International Mendeleyev Chemistry Olympiad
List of Republican Subject Olympiads of the Republic of Kazakhstan
- Republican Mathematics Olympiad
- Republican Physics Olympiad
- Republican Chemistry Olympiad
- Republican Biology Olympiad
- Republican Informatics Olympiad
* Applicants can apply with both Republican and International Olympiads
Minimum requirements for the winners of the International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads category for all Schools’ applicants*
Type of Olympiad:
- Republic Olympiad
- International Olympiad*
Medal type:
- Republic Olympiad - gold and silver medals (I, II place) for the current academic year
- International Olympiad* - gold, silver, and bronze medals (I, II, III place) for the last three years
Minimum requirements for IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS/TOEFL is required, no minimum score*
Interview with Admission Committee: Required
*IELTS or TOEFL iBT results are reviewed by the Admissions Committee individually, TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
Minimum entry requirements for NUET applicants category for all NU Schools*
NUET:
Mathematics
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Minimum score in total: 130
Minimum passing scores per subject: 60
Minimum entry requirements for IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – no less than 6.5 overall (with at least 6.0 in each sub- score) or TOEFL iBT - 79
(Reading – no less than 13, Listening – no less than 12, Speaking – no less than 18, Writing – no less than 21)
*TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
NUET (Nazarbayev University Entrance Test) – test that evaluates academic training for studying at the University
NUET:
Mathematics
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Minimum score in total: 130
Minimum passing scores per subject: 60
Minimum entry requirements for IELTS or TOEFL:
IELTS – no less than 6.5 overall (with at least 6.0 in each sub- score) or TOEFL iBT - 79
(Reading – no less than 13, Listening – no less than 12, Speaking – no less than 18, Writing – no less than 21)
*TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not considered
NUET (Nazarbayev University Entrance Test) – test that evaluates academic training for studying at the University
- NUET is held in 2 subject sections - Mathematics and Critical Thinking & Problem Solving.
- Number of questions – 60.
- Test content – multiple-choice questions.
- Test duration – 120 minutes. Minimum passing score – 130 in total for 2 subjects, while minimum passing score for each of the subjects shall not be less than 60.
- Test results are available in 6 weeks in a Personal account.
- The number of tasks and duration of the entry examination are subject for change by Test administrators.
- Information about access to the entry examination is placed in the applicant’s Personal account.
- Applicants are informed about examination date and venue, information on format , as well as required documents and Rules of conduct during the examination via email one week prior to the exams.
- Examination schedule is published in the “Important dates” section.
- If a violation of rules or conditions of passing the test occurs, the applicant's results are cancelled. In this case, the applicant is excluded from the competition. Disqualified applicants will not be able to enroll to NU in the future.
- There is no appeal procedure.
- NUET for all applicants is free of charge.
Deadlines for online application
Deadlines for online application:
Acceptance of documents on hard copies: upon request of NU, end of June - beginning of August
Orientation week: August
Start of classes: August
- NUET applicants, including international applicants - October 16 - December 7, 2023 (12:00 p.m. Astana time)
- International applicants: October 16 - February 29, 2024 (12:00 p.m. Astana time)
- Other categories: SAT/ACT applicants, IB Diploma holders, A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders, Winners of international and/or republican subject Olympiads - October 16 - March 27, 2024 (12:00 p.m. Astana time).
- Provision IELTS/TOEFL results for NUET applicants - December 20, 2023 (23:59 Astana time)
- Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for international applicants - to be announced later
- Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for other categories - to be announced later
- Nazarbayev University, Admissions Department (via IELTS TRF Verification Service) - for IELTS
- 6762 - for TOEFL iBT
Acceptance of documents on hard copies: upon request of NU, end of June - beginning of August
Orientation week: August
Start of classes: August
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