Admissions Open • Year 2026/2027
Department of Geoscience
We apply science and technology to solve real-world challenges and create lasting impact for people, industries and the environment.
Why Study At UTP
Uncover What Lies Beneath the Surface
Discover resources, understand geological hazards, interpret the subsurface and manage Earth’s resources sustainably.
RESEARCH & COMMERCIALISATION
What Makes Us Different
UTP research doesn't stop at publication. We translate advanced scientific discoveries into high-value commercial solutions to meet industry-scale challenges.
Get Hands-On & Make an Impact
Take your learning into the field. Build practical experience through fieldwork while contributing to community and societal projects.
Learn for What’s Next
Study a future-focused curriculum shaped by industry and international expertise. Explore emerging trends and advanced technologies with input from organisations including PETRONAS, Halliburton, PETROS, Harta Global, BeicipFranlab Asia and Rock Flow Dynamics, alongside international advisers from The University of Manchester and The University of Tokyo.
Go Global
Take your Geoscience experience beyond UTP. Gain international exposure through opportunities including global fieldwork, collaborations, conferences, competitions and student exchanges.
Experience the Industry
Connect theory with real industry practice. Learn from Adjunct Professors and Lecturers, then build practical experience through industry-certified projects, internships and research-based projects.
Learn with Professional Tools
Build practical skills using the tools of the profession. Work with industry-standard equipment and software in state-of-the-art facilities.
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Active licensing agreements currently deployed with global industry partners.
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Active spin-offs and high-growth technology startups incubated directly through UTP.
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Active licensing agreements currently deployed with global industry partners.
OUR PROGRAMMES
Featured Programmes
Discover a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to shape future leaders in technology and innovation.
MSc by Research: Petroleum Geoscience
Years: 4 Years, Full Time
Intakes: Jan, May, Sept
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Geoscience
Years: 1 Year, Full Time
Intakes: Jan, May, Sept
PARTNERSHIP FRAMEWORKS
What Makes Us Different
Whether you are looking to adopt cutting-edge market solutions, invest in high-growth deep-tech ventures, or commercialise ground-breaking research, UTP provides direct support and collaborative frameworks tailored to your specific goals.
More than 25% international enrolment
“Test your ideas and learn engineering through hands-on lab experience.”
Over 700 graduates
“See how chemical engineering works in real industry settings.”
Faculty from more than 7 countries
“Practise identifying industry hazards before stepping into the workplace.”
QS top 100 for Mineral & Mining
“Design a process that balances safety, performance and cost.”
Established 2006, first intake January 2009, joined this faculty 2018
“Take your engineering experience beyond campus and further your perspective.”