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4 semesters
English
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Winter
Clausthal University of Technology (TU Clausthal) is a prestigious technical university located in the heart of the Harz mountains in Germany. The university offers a wide range of engineering courses, including the highly specialized field of Petroleum Engineering. The Petroleum Engineering course at TU Clausthal provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the exploration, production, and processing of oil and gas resources. With state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty, students are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the petroleum industry. Graduates from the Petroleum Engineering program at TU Clausthal are highly sought after by leading companies in the energy sector.
Specialization
You can choose from 3 specializations: Reservoir Management Drilling and Production Deep Geothermal Systems
Fields of study
What you need to apply for Petroleum Engineering at Clausthal University of Technology (TU Clausthal)
6.5
not required
What to prepare for your application to Petroleum Engineering
no information
Step-by-step guide to applying for Petroleum Engineering at Clausthal University of Technology (TU Clausthal)
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Mode
online
Application fee
75 EUR
Tuition
< 1,500 EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
0 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
50%
1 accepted out of 2 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.40
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
2.40
Best admitted grade
German scale
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How to apply
The master's degree in petroleum engineering builds on a bachelor's degree in energy and raw materials (focus on petroleum engineering). An alternative requirement for admission is a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering from a recognized (technical) university or an equivalent qualification as well as a good knowledge of English. If there is no equivalence, admission is possible subject to conditions.
Prerequisite for the previous course of study suitable for the subject is proof of the follow-ing achievements:a)At least 50 CP in basics of engineering, including aa)at least 32 CP in the fields of mathematics, physics, chemistry and electrical engi-neeringab) at least 18 CP in the fields of mechanics, machine theory and technical drawingb)At least 32 CP, in the field of petroleum engineering and geoscientific fundamentals of oil and gas production, including ba) at least 25 CP in the fields of oil and gas exploration and production, deep drilling and oil and gas production bb) at least 7 CP in the field of earth sciencesT
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Clausthal University of Technology
Adolph-Roemer-Straße 2A
D-38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld
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Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 – 14,902 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
1000EUR/Year
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Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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