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Petroleum Engineering degrees in Norway

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Study a Petroleum Engineering degree in Norway in 2025

Petroleum engineering is a discipline that covers the understanding, exploration and uses of oil and gas. Petroleum engineers are responsible for allowing the modern world to run, providing energy and materials for the wide variety of industries across the globe. As the world develops, a petroleum engineer will also need to adapt their knowledge to facilitate the safe, sustainable and efficient development of oil and gas assets.

Modules you study could include engineering materials, chemical engineering, reaction engineering, engineering management, and sustainable engineering. Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes. These could include lectures and seminars, as well as group projects and laboratory sessions. Depending on your course, you may also be presented with the opportunity to take part in a work placement.

Study in Norway

A country located in Scandinavia, Norway is known for being forward thinking and well developed. The country has a long and interesting history, dating all the way back to the Vikings. As well as wonderful fjords, the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and other incredible scenery, Norway has a great reputation for research and follows the Bologna Process. Several of Norway's universities are consistently highly ranked in the QS World University rankings.

See our detailed guide to studying in Norway for international students.

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