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You might be wondering what it takes to work in one of the oil and gas sector firms across the country, and even beyond, or if it simply interests you to venture into that area someday. Well if that is the case, then take your time and read through this article to get some prior information on oil and gas courses.
WHAT DO OIL AND GAS COURSES MEAN?
Conventional oil and gas refer to petroleum or crude oil and raw natural gas that is extracted from the ground by conventional means and methods. So what are oil and gas courses about? Oil & Gas Courses help candidates in knowing the technicality and management skills required to run the oil and gas fields. These courses are designed to support and fast-track the skill development of engineering as well as management team, as well as in-depth knowledge of what goes into the production and accessibility of oil gas.
WHAT WILL QUALIFY YOU TO APPLY FOR AN OIL AND GAS COURSE?
Entry Requirements
a. WASSCE/SSSCE Candidates
Credit passes (A1-C6/A-D) in three (3) core subjects including Core English Language, Core Mathematics, and Integrated Science plus credit passes in three (3) elective subjects namely Elective Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
b. Mature Applicants
i. Applicants must be twenty-five 25 years old with legitimate documentary proof.
ii. Have at least four (4) credits and two (2) passes (with a science background).
iii. Five (5) years of experience in an oil/gas company.
iv. Pass a written aptitude test (English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge), and an interview.
c. Foreign Applicants
Foreign applicants from accredited/recognized institutions with equivalent qualifications will be considered for admission.
d. International Baccalaureate
Applicants with international Baccalaureate in science are eligible to apply. Such applicants must also possess a proficiency certificate in English.
Please note that all certificates should be translated into English.
List of Universities In Ghana Offering Oil And Gas Courses
1. Colleges Offering Oil and Gas Management
2. Advanced Business College, Accra
3. CRYSTAL GALAXY COLLEGE, ACCRA
4. Springs College, Accra
5. Institute of Aviation and Professional Studies, Takoradi, J-Prompt³
Professional Institute of Technology, Accra
Thus for the colleges, below are some Universities in Ghana offering oil and gas programs
1. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
2.University of Mines and Technology (UMaT)
3. The University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR)
4. Kumasi Technical University (KSTU).
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COMPLETE AN OIL AND GAS COURSE?
This will depend on the level of the certificate to be acquired, for example, a diploma in oil and gas takes 66 months to complete, and the first degree takes one year full-time, thus 2 to 3 years part-time. Higher levels require more time and specifications as well, for instance, Petroleum Engineering takes 4 to 5 years full-time to complete.
WHERE CAN YOU WORK AFTER GOING THROUGH OIL AND GAS PROGRAMS IN GHANA?
In Ghana, an Oil and Gas engineer can work with institutions such as the GNPC, Petroleum Commission, Tema Oil Refinery, Tema Lube Oil Company, ENI company, Oil Marketing Companies, Tullow Oil Kosmos Energy, Ghana Gas Company, BOST, etc.
CAN YOU EARN A HIGHER SALARY WITH OIL AND GAS CERTIFICATES?
A person working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Ghana typically earns around 4,560 GHS per month. Salaries range from 1,660 GHS (lowest average) to 10,600 GHS (highest average, athe actual maximum salary is higher).
This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits. Salaries vary drastically between different Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining careers.
While job opportunities in the industry may be on the decline, those who do work in oil and gas continue to enjoy strong compensation.
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