Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum engineers use fundamental scientific knowledge and technology to solve real-life problems, exploring oil, natural gas, geothermal energy resources and underground storage of hydrogen and carbon dioxide. By developing new technologies, they explore the management of subsurface energy resources safely and economically while preserving and protecting the environment. For the past five decades, the University of Alberta has offered the only accredited BSc Petroleum Engineering degree program in Canada. Situated in Canada's primary oil and natural-gas producing region, we offer our students a distinct advantage by providing numerous research opportunities within the petroleum industry.The Faculty of Engineering is widely recognized as one of the top Engineering schools in Canada, with globally renowned professors, state-of-the-art labs and teaching spaces, and highly specialized facilities and areas of research.Throughout your degree, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, participate in research, and contribute to team projects both inside and out of the classroom. We are centrally located within the heart of western Canada's energy and resources industries, with strong connections to industry and unmatched work placement opportunities.