Houston,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Geology - Petroleum Geology in Houston United States | University of Houston
University of Houston
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,196
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Petroleum Geosciences Program provides graduate-level degrees enabling professionals to obtain an M.S. in Geology or Geophysics while maintaining their careers. The curriculum features intensive courses arranged in a fast-paced format tailored for petroleum geoscientists' demanding schedules. These career-focused degrees can typically be finished within one to two years after joining a specialization group. Customized programs are available for organizations sponsoring full cohorts (20+ students), potentially extending to two years with supplementary required coursework. Instruction is led by distinguished experts, including faculty from the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and seasoned adjunct professors specializing in petroleum exploration and production research.
These intensive degree options are perfect for Geology or Geophysics bachelor's degree holders seeking petroleum industry entry or current professionals aiming to enhance their industry standing and career prospects.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The degree is designed for students with undergraduate degrees (or equivalent) in geology and geophysics. In exceptional cases, students with undergraduate degrees in other scientific fields (e.g., engineering, computer science, chemistry, or physics) with some geoscience related experience will be accepted into the program upon approval by the graduate committee.
A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better in the last 60 hours of course work.
The minimum TOEFL score required is 79 for the internet-based test.
The minimum TOEFL score for the paper-based (pBT) exam is 550 or higher.
The minimum TOEFL score for the new revised paper-based exam is: Reading 20, Listening 20, and Writing 20.
The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5.
A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or better in the last 60 hours of course work.
The minimum TOEFL score required is 79 for the internet-based test.
The minimum TOEFL score for the paper-based (pBT) exam is 550 or higher.
The minimum TOEFL score for the new revised paper-based exam is: Reading 20, Listening 20, and Writing 20.
The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5.
Tuition
USD
17,196