Master's in Petroleum Engineering

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) has a rich history of academic excellence and has become a prominent center for research, particularly in fields like Arctic studies, engineering, natural sciences, and environmental research. The University of Alaska Fairbanks prides itself on its commitment to academic rigor and research excellence, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs that cater to the needs of a rapidly changing world. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research and hands-on learning, UAF equips its students with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle the complex challenges of today's society and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world at large.

The petroleum engineering program at UAF offers research opportunities you won’t find anywhere else in the world, focusing on the unique challenges and resource development aspects of the Arctic. Our master’s degree also features 18 specialized graduate courses in petroleum engineering, exploring topics from flow assurance, to geology, to experimental and data analytics methods. You can work at your own pace, earning your petroleum engineering master’s degree as a full- or part-time student. For working oil industry professionals in Anchorage, we also offer the opportunity to take classes remotely via video conferencing with our main campus.