CiPEG

MSc Petroleum Geology and Geophysics

2-year Masters level programme Course Highlights
Longest established MSc in Exploration Geophysics in the UK Extended project undertaken in a dynamic research environment Purpose-built facilities with dedicated high-end computer clusters Use of industry-standard software Excellent industry links

Why Study at Leeds?

The University of Leeds is one of the UKs top universities. Established in 1904, we are part of the prestigious Russell Group the 20 leading research universities in the UK, and are well known throughout the world for our quality of teaching and research. Our philosophy of research-led teaching and commitment to excellence, create a dynamic learning environment making the University of Leeds an excellent choice for postgraduate study. The reputation of our courses and the virtually 100% employment rate helps us to attract high-calibre students. We provide the only applied Structural Geology teaching at Masters level in the UK and have been running the MSc in Exploration Geophysics for 35 years. Students on the MSc in Petroleum Geology and Geophysics are based in the newly refurbished 35million state-of-the-art School of Earth and Environment and benefit from purpose-built laboratories, dedicated MSc teaching rooms with high-end computers running industry-standard software and a 3D visualization suite.

CiPEG

Centre for Integrated Petroleum Engineering and Geoscience

Why Petroleum Geology and Geophysics?

Understanding the structure and physical properties of the subsurface is key to the efficient discovery and use of earth resources as well as sequestration or storage of waste products of energy production. The MSc in Petroleum Geology and Geophysics provides training in all aspects of applied structural geology and geophysics preparing students for working life as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Lectures and seminars are supplemented by lab/computer-based practicals and fieldwork. Assessment includes reports and results of group projects as well as exams. All these activities are supported by a dedicated computer suite with various industry standard software packages and the chance to use a wide range of geophysical survey equipment. For the taught compenent of the course, students have a choice of modules including: Time Series Analysis and Inversion Theory Near-Surface Geophysics Gravity and Magnetic Methods Generic Geophysics Skills and Seismic Fundamentals Seismic Reflection Acquisition and Processing Application of structural models to seismic interpretation Structural geology/basin analysis fieldwork Geomechanics and reservoir geophysics and structural geology Hydrogeology and Contaminant Processes Structure and hydrocarbon prospectivity of basins Sequence stratigraphy 2D and 3D seismic reflection methods and interpretation Petrophysics and Geophysical Reservoir Evaluation Structure and Hydrocarbon Prospectivity of Basins Seismic Reflection Interpretation Borehole Logging Reservoir simulation Petroleum reservoir engineering The most challenging and exciting part of the course for most students is the Individual Project, which starts at the end of the 1st year of study. This project tests students skills in applying the experiences acquired during the course to a specific problem. Most projects have an association with an exploration company or other external organisation and students have the opportunity to work alongside geoscience professionals in the offices of industrial partners.

Facilities
A wide range of computing facilities are available. We run 2D and 3D seismic interpretationon PCs using the Kingdom Suite software. Geocellular modelling is delivered on the Petrel platform. Structural modelling and restoration is taught with Midland Valleys 2DMove software. The students have access to a suite of laboratories including a dedicated computer cluster which in addition to the packages above, run an array of structural modelling, GIS and 3D visualisation programmes.

What to do next
If you are interested the 2 year MSc in Petroleum Geology and Geophysics, please contact the CiPEG Executive officer in the first instance. Dr Rachael Spraggs CiPEG Executive Officer T: +44 (0) 113 343 3057 E: r.e.spraggs@leeds.ac.uk

CiPEG

Centre for Integrated Petroleum Engineering and Geoscience