Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Oct 2026, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jun 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
More details
Application Deadlines for European and Local Students - Please call the Office of Admissions.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT - Score: 79. TOEFL iBT is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
IELTS - Score: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Credits
180 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Nicosia, Cyprus
Disciplines
Energy Engineering; Mining, Oil & Gas
Overview
The Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering PhD programme offered by University of Nicosia is committed to provide PhD candidates with in-depth academic knowledge and hands-on experience on advanced engineering topics such as hydrocarbon geology, liquefied natural gas production, pipeline engineering, flow assurance, fracture mechanics, hydraulic fracturing, enhanced oil & gas recovery, CO2 capture and sequestration, and subsea engineering. The high-caliber academic staff of the programme in Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering is dedicated to work closely with students to tackle current engineering problems thereby generating new knowledge and results that can be published in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
During their studies, students will have the opportunity to work on funded research projects, co-author papers with their advisors and other class-mates, present their contributions at international conferences, participate in the write-up of research proposals, prepare scientific reports, use simulation software, perform laboratory experiments, attend training schools, participate in workshops, etc.
The three-year experience gained during their Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering degree from University of Nicosia, working primarily on formulating and solving challenging engineering problems, will provide students with the necessary skills, tools and qualifications to excel in their field of expertise and secure a research/academic position at a university or college, a government institute, or high-tech company.
Career Prospects
- Graduates with a PhD in Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering will be equipped with the necessary skills in order to enable them to secure a research/academic position at a university or college, a government institute, or high-tech company.
Programme Structure
The PhD in Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering, in line with the general philosophy of awarding doctoral degrees, equips students with:
- Specialized and advanced scientific knowledge in the field of conventional and green energy sources;
- The ability to realize progress related to power generation, distribution and storage from renewable energy sources;
- Knowledge to optimize prevailing oil and gas exploration and production techniques;
- New methodologies and tools tailored towards innovative design, scientific progress, and technological revolution;
- Research skills and analytical thinking to effectively tackle fundamental and applied energy engineering problems;
- Extensive training and professional practice in their primary area of research interest;
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT score: 79 OR IELTS score: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International / Non-residents: 8,356 AUD / year (≈ 5,160 EUR / year)
EU/EEA Nationals: 8,356 AUD / year (≈ 5,160 EUR / year)
Living costs
Nicosia, Cyprus: 933-1,402 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Oil, Gas and Energy Engineering.