Προκήρυξη:
Call for Applications to the Doctorate in Oil, Gas & Energy Engineering
Subject of the Call
For the Spring 2021 semester, the University of Nicosia announces the opening of several positions for admission to the Doctorate (PhD) in Oil, Gas & Energy Engineering
School: School of Sciences and Engineering
Duration: 3 years (full-time)
Number of Positions: Up to seven
Selection Criteria: Preselection on the basis of evaluation of qualifications and final selection on the basis of an individual interview— if needed
Application Deadline: 29 January, 2021
Start Date: February 2021
Language: All aspects of the programme are conducted in English or Greek (application submission, individual interviews, and programme study)
The doctorate degree is intended for applicants who have excelled during their undergraduate and/or graduate studies, have a strong motivation and enthusiasm towards technological research and innovation, and are inclined to work in the academic domain or a research intensive environment in the industry.
The specific aims of the programme are to:
- Forster students’ skills and understanding in the processes and technologies involved in exploration, development, production, refining and safe transport of oil and gas.
- Help students gain a profound understanding of petroleum and energy systems by conducting research on geology, petroleum systems, reservoir engineering, drilling engineering, renewable energy, wave harvesting, photovoltaics, carbon capture, etc.
- Use mathematics, basic science, and engineering techniques to solve problems related to oil and natural gas extraction and energy.
- Educate students on how to disseminate research findings in scientific and engineering journals and conferences.
The research output and the PhD Thesis must be written in English.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Eligible candidates should hold a recognized Master’s degree in Engineering, the Geosciences, Geophysics, Mechanical/Marine Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related subject in Pure Sciences (e.g., Mathematics, Physics). Students are admitted both in the Fall and Spring semesters.
Application Documents and Other Requirements
- Completed application form;
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);
- Certified true copy of the applicant’s qualifications/degree(s);
- Original or certified true copy of transcript(s);
- Two reference letters;
- Research proposal detailing the suggested research topic and Title; Literature review; (brief); Problem definition; Aims and objectives; Research methodology Expected output; Time frame for completion; References; max. 4 pages;
- Research work and published articles (if any);
- Personal interview (in person or through teleconferencing).
- English Language Proficiency: TOEFL (paper-based test 550, computer-based test 213) or IELTS 6.5. For students who graduated from an English-speaking University, English language is not a requirement.
How to Apply
For academic information related to the doctorate contact the Programme Coordinator
Dr Constantinos Hadjistassou via email at hadjistassou.c@unic.ac.cy
The application must be submitted only via the online procedure available at: https://www.unic.ac.cy/apply.