Geothermal Energy Technology University of Auckland

Overview

New Zealand is a recognised leader in ensuring best practice in geothermal development. Being in Auckland – a three-hour drive away from most of the country’s high temperature geothermal systems – makes us perfectly suited to offer postgraduate study in this field.

This Geothermal Energy Technology from University of Auckland focuses on providing the necessary applied knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the geothermal industry. 

It includes two field trips to the Taupo volcanic zone, and learning from our highly-regarded staff, all of whom are members of the Geothermal Institute and GNS Science.

Career opportunities:

This programme consistently achieves its aim to provide the best technical skills applicable to the field – we have trained over 1,500 students who are employed around the world as leaders in the geothermal industry. You may also gain wider industrial and technical perspectives to enable the pursuit of further research.

• Analyst

• Geothermal drilling supervisor

• Geothermal project manager

• Reservoir engineer

• Rig manager

• Site geologist