The Centre of Excellence in Geosciences & Petroleum
Engineering (CoE), University of Benin is a collaborative effort between the
University and Industry Partners and Stakeholders.
THE PROGRAMMES AND DISTINCTIVENESS
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates
for admission into the following Postgraduate programmes by the Centre of
Excellence in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering:
Integrated Petroleum Exploration and Evaluation Studies
(Geology or Geophysics Option)
and
Integrated Petroleum Engineering and Production Studies
These programmes are aimed at developing skilled
professional graduates in key areas of Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering
including exploration, appraisal, development, production and value creation
required in the Oil and Gas sector.
At the point of graduation, they would have acquired the
requisite skills to make them function effectively in the oil and gas industry
as young professionals. The training
programmes offered at the Centre ensure that the graduates are well equipped
with knowledge of up-to-date concepts and skills, current technologies and
methods, and have the ability to adapt to new demands in a dynamic and
technologically driven world of the oil and gas industry.
In addition, the programmes offer leadership training to
make the graduates functional and productive in the multi-dimensional work
place environment. Significant emphasis
will be placed on multidisciplinary approach necessary for solving subsurface
problems in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering. The programmes will be executed with strong
links to industry both in the content and delivery modes.
TARGET STUDENTS
The programmes are intended for highly motivated graduates
wishing to pursue professional careers in Geosciences and Petroleum
Engineering, including practising professionals currently employed in the
Exploration and Production industry as well as Geosciences Agencies and
Consulting firms or organizations.
DURATION
The programmes will be offered on full-time basis for a full
period of 18 calendar months which includes a mandatory six months internship
in an Exploration &Production Company or other Geosciences Organizations
and Agencies geared towards executing a practical research project.
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
Applications are invited from interested candidates as well
as staff of corporate organizations and relevant agencies.
Chargeable fees for the programmes are competitive and
comparable with the quality of learning delivered. Applicants are advised to apply for external
sponsorships.
Intended Applicants must possess either of the following:
First degree from recognized Universities in Geology,
Geophysics or Petroleum Engineering, with a minimum CGPA of 4.0.
First degree in any other relevant fields in Physical
Sciences or Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 4.0.
Experienced Young professionals of Exploration &
Production Companies, Geosciences Agencies & Organizations and Consulting
Companies with a minimum CGPA of 3.80 and recommendation from their sponsoring
companies and agencies.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Candidates should visit the uniben.eduwebsite and click on the
WAEUP PORTAL LINK.
Click on the CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE APPLICATION.
Click on REGISTER FOR APPLICATION after reading instructions
on the page.
Follow the relevant steps outlined.
Payment is via the Interswitch platform which uses any valid
ATM or CASHCARD for any commercial bank in Nigeria.
Photocopies of the
degrees (academic transcripts to be requested from awarding institutions and
sent to the Postgraduate School).
Letter of recommendation from at least three (3) referees,
one of who must be an academic staff of the department from the graduating
institution.
Corporate bodies and agencies that wish to nominate their
staff can do so by endorsing completed application forms as sponsors and
requesters.
All candidates must provide a brief description in not more
than one page of their work experience and current task(s) and how the training
will add value to them.
Application forms should be submitted online by 30th
September, 2018 to:
The Secretary,
Postgraduate School,
University of Benin,
Benin City.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited for
interview towards final selection into the programme.
Signed
Registrar,
University of Benin,
Benin City.
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