International Oil & Gas Management

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MSc in International Oil & Gas Management

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Overview

The MSc International Oil & Gas Management is designed to develop theoretical and practical knowledge, investigative and analytical skills, and the understanding of the business and management process necessary to develop a career in the Oil & Gas industry.

The programme draws on the globally recognised expertise of the the staff within the Centre for Energy, Petroleum and Mineral Law and Policy (CEPMLP).

CEPMLP achieved a high research rating in the 2008 UK Research Assessent Exericse as part of the submission from the University's Law Unit of Assessment. The Unit finished among the top four in Scotland (out of 11), and among the top 19 out of 67 in the UK. All of its research was classified as being of an international standard.

Aims of the Programme

The aim of the MSc International Oil & Gas Management programme is to prepare participants for managerial, advisory and academic positions in the energy sector - private sector and government. The programme aims to provide an intellectually challenging academic programme of study, which will demand of the student the ability to analyse, synthesise and evaluate key theoretical concepts and practical applications in energy with an emphasis on the economic dimensions of the subject. This will prepare participants for success in the rapidly evolving and highly competitive global business climate that characterises the energy sector.

Programme Content

The MSc in International Oil & Gas Management offers students an unrivalled ability to tailor their programme of study to their own particular interests and learning objectives provided by the wide range of possible electives.

There are core taught modules, and a choice between an internship paper or dissertation, whilst the module options include sector specific business and management modules, as well specialist economics and legal modules. These allow for the development of in depth and specialist knowledge of business management, legal, economic and policy issues in the petroleum and related sectors of the world economy.

This flexibility allows the student to pursue their specific areas of interest through the specialised electives, whilst at the same time being provided with a theoretical underpinning via the core courses in business and management.

Methods of Assessment

Each course is assessed by a combination of examinations and a research paper.

Entry Requirements

You should have a good 4-year degree, equivalent to a UK honours degree, preferably at upper 2nd class level or above. Candidates holding the equivalent of a good 2nd class lower degree may also apply. You must provide degree certificates and academic transcripts with your application. Preferred degree disciplines are Law, Economics, Geology, Petroleum or Mining Engineering, Finance, Business, Management. Work experience in the energy/natural resources industry is an advantage, though it is not a strict requirement for admission to the MSc.

English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.5 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

How to Apply

You should apply online via UKPASS, using the link above.

You need to include two references, which can be academic or workplace, and your qualifications, with your application. This can be done electronically via UKPASS, or you can send them by post to the address given on the UKPASS system.

Sources of Funding

Information about the Centre for Energy, Petroleum & Mineral Law & Policy scholarships can be found on the Centre for Energy, Petroleum & Mineral Law & Policy scholarships webpage.

Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.

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