Msc Subsurface Energy Systems

at Heriot-Watt University

• The MSc in Subsurface Energy Systems program includes lectures and project work that cover a broad variety of subsurface geoscience and engineering principles applicable to the contemporary petroleum, subsurface storage, and geothermal industries. 
• Project work allows students to apply ideas and methods learned in lectures and tutorials to real-world field evaluation and development design difficulties. The courses on this MSc are practical in nature and have been particularly intended to ensure that our students are technically well equipped for and have a thorough understanding of the industry. The MSc program requires ten obligatory courses. 
• Semester 1 covers mandatory courses like Subsurface Gas Storage, Transitional Gas, Reservoir Characterization, and Geothermal Energy. Semester 2 includes mandatory courses in Reservoir Geomechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Reactive Transport and Heat Flow, Economics, Policy, and Risks, and Reservoir Geophysics and Monitoring. Semester 3 involves individual and group projects covering various modules including subsurface gas storage, transitional gas reservoir characterization, geothermal energy, reservoir geomechanics, fluid mechanics, economics, policy, and risks.

Important Dates

The deadline for registration for admission in 2024 is August 2nd, 2024. To be considered for the upcoming academic year, ensure your application materials are submitted by this date. Don't miss this opportunity to pursue your academic goals at our institution. Apply now to secure your place and embark on your educational journey.

Modules

• Subsurface gas storage
• Transitional GasReservoir Characterisation
• Geothermal Energy
• Reservoir GeomechanicsFluid Mechanics, Reactive Transport and Heat Flow
• Economics, Policy and Risks

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area.
• For postgraduate conversion courses, non-related degrees will be considered.
• Corporate ( Chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered. 
• Students whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency through recognised tests like IELTS of 6.5 or TOEFL 85. 
• Candidates who do not meet the above entry requirements or have no formal academic qualifications will be considered individually based on their CV and possibly interview. Admissions via this route will be at the discretion of the Director of Recruitment
• For most of our Masters level programmes we require a good first degree in a relevant subject. From most Indian Universities, this means an overall score of 55% or above.
• We will consider students whose grades are slightly lower than this (52% or above) Universities of Delhi/ Mumbai/ Calcutta/ Madras/ Pune/ Bangalore/ Rajasthan and this will depend on other factors, such as any relevant work experience, the quality of the references you can provide etc.

The annual tuition fees for the MSc Subsurface Energy Systems program at Heriot-Watt University are £29,960, offering competitive rates for international students. Detailed fee structures and financing options can be explored further on the university's website. Additionally, consider other expenses such as transportation, which may range from £50 to £100 per month for public transportation within the city. These figures may vary based on location and lifestyle choices, so it's essential to budget accordingly for informed decisions about your career and academic journey.

The University of Heriot-Watt has a 95% employment rate within 6 months of graduation. This means 95% of graduates are employed or in further education within 6 months. Graduates of the MSc Subsurface Energy Systems program from Heriot-Watt University are poised for promising careers in industries, government agencies, NGOs, or academia. Equipped with expertise in subsurface energy and CO2 storage, geothermal energy, and transitional gas, they contribute to the transition to a decarbonized economy and sustainable energy solutions.