Overview

About the programme

Master Program in Oil-gas and Ore Geophysics of Satbayev University provides training of highly qualified specialists in the field of geophysical methods for prospecting and mineral deposits exploration as well as in basic research of earth crus geological structure.

You will be guided in geophysical methods and assessments of each method’s capabilities; also, you will gain high-quality professional knowledge related to phased and rational complexes of geological-geophysical works, knowledge on organizing and conducting field and borehole surveys, processing, interpretation and modeling of obtained data.

You will acquire skills of analyzing geological and geophysical data, their structuring and classifications on target objects in mineral deposits; posing and solving direct and inverse problems in searching and exploring the given fields, acquire abilities to develop non-standard solutions to challenging problems and adapt them to new situations.

Professors from leading universities of near and far abroad, leading experts from manufacturing companies and research institutes are invited for lectures and consultations on current problems regarding geophysics and geology of solid minerals, oil-gas, professors from leading universities of near and far abroad, leading experts from manufacturing companies and research institutes are invited.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Petroleum and ore geophysics

Borehole geophysical surveys

Methods, techniques and technology for conducting, processing and interpreting field and well geophysical surveys

Mineral Deposits

Geology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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60

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Almaty, Kazakhstan

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Mining, Oil & Gas View 8 other Masters in Mining, Oil & Gas in Kazakhstan

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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60

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Contender’s application based on the sample;

Copies of educational documents with appendices (Bachelor) original;

Certificate of passing a foreign language test (if any);

List of scientific and methodological works, copies of certificates, certificates and diplomas (if any);

Six 3x4 cm photos;

075-? form medical certificate, fluorography snapshot (original + copy of 2 pcs.);

Private personnel record sheet and a copy of the document confirming the employment, notarized or certified by the personnel department (for persons with work experience);

A copy of the identity card (3 pcs.);

A copy of pre-conscription certificate or military ID.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

1500000 KZT / year

≈ 1500000 KZT / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1500000 KZT / year

≈ 1500000 KZT / year

Living costs

Almaty

Kazakhstan

140000 - 200000 KZT / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

About the programme

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Almaty

Funding

Scholarships Information

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