51 PhD programmes in Mining, Oil & Gas

The aim of the doctoral degree program in Geosciences and Mining Engineering and Mineral Processing from University of Oulu is to provide doctoral researchers the capability to work successfully in academic environment and perform expert duties relevant to society and mining industry in Finland and abroad. 

The Petroleum Engineering program of Colorado School of Mines must complete at least 48 hours of graduate course credit and a minimum of 30 credit hours of research beyond the bachelor’s degree, resulting in a written dissertation. 

What sets Missouri University of Science and Technology's PhD degree in Explosives Engineering apart? It is the only one in the nation! In this program you will be mentored by leading experts in explosives engineering and work with unique research facilities.

In this Mining Engineering program at the Missouri University of Science and Technology you will be mentored by leading experts in mining engineering and work with unique research facilities that will provide you the opportunity to conduct novel research in mining and related areas.

This Mining Engineering programme is offered by the Department of Mine Surveying within the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Johannesburg.

Synthesize scientific and technical petroleum engineering knowledge to identify, formulate and solve research challenges, and effectively disseminate the results to a variety of audiences within this Petroleum Engineering PhD program from Khalifa University.

In keeping with the collaborative approach of the NBK Institute of Mining Engineering, one of the Department’s greatest strengths lies in its ties with Canada’s mining industry. We offer a degree in Mining Engineering at the University of British Columbia. 

The programs at University of Kentucky leading to the degrees of Master of Science in Mining Engineering  and Doctor of Philosophy are offered through the Department of Mining Engineering. 

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the Memorial University of Newfoundland offers thesis-based graduate programs leading to a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree in Oil and Gas Engineering.

Oklahoma State University's Petroleum Engineering program is geographically well positioned in one of the most active exploration areas in the country.  

This Mine Surveying PhD is offered by the Department of Mining and Mine Surveying within the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Johannesburg.

Petroleum Engineering program at Nazarbayev University is designed to provide advanced skills and an expert-level knowledge base for individuals planning careers in academia, industry, and research institutions in petroleum engineering.

The top-rated, internationally recognized Mining Engineering program of Colorado School of Mines is the premier center for education and applied research in the diverse fields of mining and underground construction and tunneling. 

Petroleum Engineering students at Missouri University of Science and Technology perform meaningful research towards the advancement of oil and gas recovery while gaining technical knowledge and weighing ethical considerations.

Mining and Geo-Resources Engineering from University of Porto focuses on a multidisciplinary, advanced and comprehensive approach to scientific or technological issues involved in the life cycle of a mineral resource.

The Petroleum Engineering PhD from Instituto Superior Técnico capitalizes on the horizontal R&D structure of IST that is, directly or indirectly related to petroleum.

Mineral Processing at Luleå University of Technology deals with the unit operations and processes for treating particulate solids, primarily metal ores, industrial minerals and solid fuels, but also residues and recyclable waste material as well as products from the processing industry.

This Mining Engineering programme is offered by the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology at the University of Pretoria.

The graduate program in Geological Engineering offered at the Missouri University of Science and Technology features advanced coursework coupled with cutting-edge research.

A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree is a research degree obtained after you demonstrate a significant, valuable and recognized contribution in a specific area of Petroleum Engineering at Texas A&M University.