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
Ø Candidates should visit the www.uniben.edu website and click on the MYUNIBEN
PORTAL LINK or visit www.myuniben.org
Ø Click on the Online Application.
Ø Select your Program Type
Follow the relevant steps outlined.
Payment is via the Remita 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
For more update on how to apply you can reach me on 08062151319 am at uniben