Bachelor of Technology in Oil and Gas Engineering

Oil and gas engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses on the exploration, extraction, production, and transportation of oil and natural gas. This programme at Kumasi Technical University builds the technical and practical skills needed to work in the energy industry, from drilling and well design to pipeline systems and safety. If you are interested in a hands-on engineering career in one of the world's most important sectors, this is a field worth considering.

What oil and gas engineering covers

Programmes of this kind usually introduce you to the full lifecycle of oil and gas, from finding underground reserves (exploration) to bringing them to the surface (extraction), and then moving them to refineries and customers (transportation and logistics). You will build knowledge in areas like geology and earth science, drilling technology, reservoir behaviour, production systems, and safety standards. You will also learn how to manage projects, work with technical data, and solve real-world problems on challenging industrial sites.

How hard it is to get a place

This programme is less competitive than many other engineering degrees, which means it is a realistic option for students with solid but not exceptionally high WASSCE results. Kumasi Technical University admits SHS graduates from General Science, Technical Studies, and Visual Arts backgrounds into their Faculty of Engineering. While entry is not as fiercely fought as some traditional engineering courses, you still need to meet the required entry grades, so check the university's official admissions list to see whether your qualifications match.

What you can do after graduating

Graduates of engineering programmes like this typically move into the oil and gas industry, which includes both large companies and smaller service firms. You could work on drilling sites, oil rigs, refineries, or pipeline systems, in roles involving design, operation, maintenance, or project management. There are also opportunities in government agencies that regulate energy, as well as consulting firms that advise on energy projects. The course also builds transferable engineering skills that are useful in broader fields like renewable energy and infrastructure.