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Bachelor of Applied Technology in Petroleum Engineering Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), Canada

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CAD 23603

Tuition Fee (CAD)

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CAD 150

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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67%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Technology in Petroleum Engineering is for individuals with an existing technical degree or diploma who want to rise to the next level in the petroleum industry.

This program is an essential stepping stone to a fulfilling career within the upstream petroleum sector, including gas process engineering and facilities design.

You will explore the core segments of the petroleum industry and gain a thorough grounding in: 

  • oil and gas exploration, including the techniques and challenges involved in discovering new petroleum reservoirs
  • drilling engineering, acquiring skills in drilling mechanics and operations, understanding the complexities of building wells
  • the behaviour of oil and gas reservoirs and how to maximize resource extraction
  • the phases of production, from wellbore to surface operations, ensuring efficiency and sustainability
  • oil and gas facilities design and operation, engaging in the design, build and operation of facilities with an emphasis on safety and environmental considerations
  • upgrading and refining operations, including the processes involved in converting crude oil into usable products, enhancing product value
  • the tools for cost estimation, risk assessment and financial forecasting essential in the petroleum industry.
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Additional Information

Program Level Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28

Program Intensity Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0  Minimum Listening - 6.0  Minimum Reading - 6.0  Minimum Writing - 6.0  Minimum Speaking - 6.0  
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 53 - With no score less than - 53
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a two-year SAIT diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar engineering technology, with a grade point average of 2.5 or better is the normal entrance requirement.
  • University graduates holding relevant science (mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology, or geophysics) or engineering degrees are accepted. Additional courses may be required before starting the program. Applicants with other qualifications may be considered upon submission of certified background information.

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
67% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

23603

Tuition Fee
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CAD 150

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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