No two days on the job are the same for energy resource engineers. With a wide range of career paths available, they may specialise in areas like exploration, drilling design, production, offshore logistics or renewable energy integration.
If you’re a chemical engineer looking to extend your skills, our Master of Professional Engineering (Energy Resources) is for you.
Through advanced theory and opportunities to develop your skills in professional settings, you’ll graduate with everything you need to take your engineering career to the next level.
Our Master of Professional Engineering (Energy Resources) is designed to refine your knowledge and skills to take your energy resources engineering career to the next level.
Study advanced courses in reservoir characterisation, drilling technologies, carbon capture storage and utilisation and drilling technologies.
You’ll complete core courses in engineering management and data analytics that will deepen and formalise your project management expertise.
Go beyond textbook learning, with plenty of practical opportunities. Be ready to put your learning into practice through capstone design projects, a major research project and up to 450 hours of industry placement.
Your learnings will ensure you graduate with the advanced technical and professional skills needed to achieve your career goals.
Extend yourself with higher-level courses in reservoir characterisation, drilling technologies, production optimisation and more.Apply your skills in industry settings with up to 450 hours of professional experience.Formalise your project management skillset through courses in data analytics and engineering management.Deepen your research abilities through capstone design and research projects.Complete your degree at a pace and level of commitment that suits you with our stackable qualifications.The Master of Professional Engineering (Energy Resources) degree is structured with both a foundation and extension year. Depending on your unique combination of professional experience and educational qualifications, you may be eligible to receive credit for your first year and progress straight into second year.
The first year of this degree covers essential energy resources engineering knowledge and theory in drilling engineering, reservoir engineering and simulation, well completion and simulation. You’ll also complete courses in engineering data analytics and engineering management.
You’ll also complete up to 450 hours of placement in a relevant industry setting.
In second year, complete advanced courses in production engineering, petrophysics and rock properties, well testing and pressure transient analysis, carbon capture storage and utilisation.
In your final year, you’ll complete both a major research project and a capstone engineering design project.
You’ll be able to complete majority of first year common courses at either our Adelaide City or Mawson Lakes Campus with some potential cross-campus study required. Throughout your degree, you’ll gain access to cutting-edge facilities across both campus locations to enhance your overall learning experience.
The Master of Professional Engineering is also available with specialisations in the following:
This degree is part of a stackable set of qualifications, meaning your study choices are flexible. If your goals shift, you can exit after six months of study with a standalone Graduate Certificate or after one year with a Graduate Diploma qualification.
You can also begin your studies with a shorter qualification like the six-month Graduate Certificate and continue on to complete the Graduate Diploma (one year) or full master’s degree.
Complete 96 units comprising:
Complete exactly 84 units from the following:
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Drilling Engineering and Well Completion
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Course code
ENGPX405
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX410
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Simulation
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Course code
ENGP5003
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Thermodynamics and Fluid Properties
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Course code
ENGPX411
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Units
6
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Course name
Integrated Field Development Project
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Course code
ENGI6016
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Units
6
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Course name
Production Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX409
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Units
6
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Course name
Formation Evaluation, Petrophysics and Rock Properties
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Course code
ENGIX400
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Units
6
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Course name
Engineering Data Analytics
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Course code
ENGI5006
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Units
6
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Course name
Well Testing and Pressure Transient Analysis
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Course code
ENGI6017
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Units
6
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Course name
Data Analytics for Resources Engineering
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Course code
ENGP6019
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project A
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Course code
ENGI6900
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project B
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Course code
ENGI6901
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Units
12
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Course name
Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage
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Course code
ENGPX401
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Units
6
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Course name
Professional Engineering Management
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Course code
ENGI5003
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Units
6
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Course name
Engineering Data Analytics
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Course code
ENGI5006
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Units
6
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Course name
Drilling Engineering and Well Completion
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Course code
ENGPX405
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Units
6
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Course name
Formation Evaluation, Petrophysics and Rock Properties
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Course code
ENGIX400
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Career Preparation
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Course code
ENGI5900
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Professional Engineering Management
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Course code
ENGI5003
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Units
6
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Course name
Production Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX409
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX410
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Engagement with Professional Practice
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Course code
ENGI5901
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Units
6
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| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project A
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Course code
ENGI6900
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Thermodynamics and Fluid Properties
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Course code
ENGPX411
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Units
6
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Course name
Well Testing and Pressure Transient Analysis
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Course code
ENGI6017
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Simulation
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Course code
ENGP5003
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project B
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Course code
ENGI6901
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Units
12
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Course name
Integrated Field Development Project
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Course code
ENGI6016
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Units
6
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Complete 12 units for ALL of the following:
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Career Preparation
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Course code
ENGI5900
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Engagement with Professional Practice
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Course code
ENGI5901
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Units
6
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| Year 1 | |||
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Course name
Engineering Data Analytics
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Course code
ENGI5006
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Units
6
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Course name
Drilling Engineering and Well Completion
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Course code
ENGPX405
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Units
6
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Course name
Formation Evaluation, Petrophysics and Rock Properties
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Course code
ENGIX400
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Career Preparation
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Course code
ENGI5900
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Professional Engineering Management
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Course code
ENGI5003
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Units
6
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Course name
Production Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX409
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Engineering
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Course code
ENGPX410
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Units
6
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Course name
Masters Professional Engineer Engagement with Professional Practice
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Course code
ENGI5901
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Units
6
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| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project A
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Course code
ENGI6900
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Thermodynamics and Fluid Properties
|
Course code
ENGPX411
|
Units
6
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|
Course name
Well Testing and Pressure Transient Analysis
|
Course code
ENGI6017
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Units
6
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Course name
Reservoir Simulation
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Course code
ENGP5003
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Masters Engineering Research Project B
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Course code
ENGI6901
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Units
12
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Course name
Integrated Field Development Project
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Course code
ENGI6016
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Units
6
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Energy resource engineers provide oil and gas in efficient, safe and environmentally responsible ways. The career paths are diverse – you’ll be able to work across all key stages of a project lifecycle.
You could oversee the setup and operation of drilling rigs, ensuring safety and efficiency. Maybe you’ll design new technologies to enable cleaner, more efficient energy production. Perhaps you’ll project manage an entire operation, coordinating with various engineering disciplines and stakeholders to ensure a project’s success.
No matter your career goals, your studies will pave your way to success. You could work in a wide range of sectors including:
There’s never been a more exciting time for a career in the energy resources sector. Currently, the sector is undergoing widespread transformation driven by many factors. There is increasing investment in renewables and sustainable resource extraction. There is growing interest in hydrogen as a clean energy carrier, and development and use of biofuels. There are advancements in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques, including microbial EOR techniques, to maximise extraction from existing oil fields. The common thread? Energy resource engineers are the boots on the ground, leading these major transformations.
Adoption of smart technologies including digital twins, Internet of Things devices, and application of artificial intelligence and machine learning are driving digital transformation in the sector. These technologies are being utilised to enhance exploration, production efficiency and predictive maintenance. Energy resource engineers with the expertise to leverage these technologies are highly sought after by employers.
This program is provisionally accredited at the level of Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia (EA). Graduates are eligible for membership with EA and are recognised internationally through the Washington Accord.
Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
Student services
We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:
You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.
Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
