College of Engineering at Texas A&M University
Online Master of Science in Petroleum EngineeringDURATION
7 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
Introduction
The Online Master of Science degree in the Department of Petroleum Engineering is a thesis option research-based degree that will prepare graduates with the skills to pursue global opportunities in the petroleum industry. The research skills developed through fundamental courses in multiple areas of petroleum engineering will enable graduates to be successful leaders in the petroleum field of their choice.
Why choose Engineering Online
Advance your career with our Engineering Online program! Backed by the university's esteemed reputation and national recognition in engineering education, you'll engage directly with industry leaders and a rigorous curriculum. Beyond graduation, tap into the extensive Aggie Alumni Network, offering invaluable connections to propel your career forward.
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Curriculum
Requirements
You must include a minimum of 30 credit hours in your degree plan. Your committee can require more.
- Include courses from outside the department. Minimum 2 courses, maximum 4.
- Take at least 3 of the core courses (required for students without a Bachelor of Science in petroleum engineering).
You must observe University limits on certain courses:
- No more than 9 hours transfer credit from another peer department/ university.
- No more than 12 hours of PETE 689 courses.
- No more than 8 hours of PETE 691 courses.
- No more than 6 hours of PETE 685 courses.
- One credit for PETE 684 and 692 courses used for internships.
- No more than 2 hours of PETE 681 courses. Starting Fall 2020: only 2 occurrences of PETE 681. (Courses will be taken for zero-hour credit)
You must select the chairman of your committee before the start of your second semester.
- Agree on at least 3 committee members, with 1 outside the department.
- File a degree plan before the beginning of your second semester but by no means later than 90 days before your final oral examination.
You must have an average GPR of 3.0 for all courses on your degree plan before you take the final exam.
- Submit your thesis proposal to the Graduate and Professional School before the close of the semester in which you expect to receive the degree or before you schedule your final examination, whichever occurs first.
- Complete your Thesis and final examination
You must complete all the requirements within 7 years.
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#2 Graduate Program by U.S. News and World Report
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Program delivery
The 30-credit hour Online Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering is a thesis-option, research-based degree that provides students with a comprehensive knowledge of their professional field and training in methods of research. This degree can be completed online and is designed to suit students employed full-time in the petroleum industry.