About the program
The oil and gas industry is one of Uzbekistan’s strategic sectors and forms the foundation of many major industrial, export, and energy projects in the country. Specialists trained in this program take part in the extraction, processing, storage, and delivery of natural gas, oil, and petroleum products.
This field combines technical knowledge, an engineering approach, environmental safety, and modern technologies. Graduates gain opportunities to work on stable, high-paying, and internationally recognized projects.
Key areas of study
- Exploration and Extraction of Oil and Gas Fields
- Drilling Technologies
- Oil and Gas Processing Operations
- Design and Operation of Pipeline Systems
- Energy Systems and Industrial Safety
- Environmental Monitoring and Industrial Waste Control
- Engineering Graphics and Automated Control Systems
Graduate job opportunities
| Position | Workplaces |
|---|---|
| Drilling Engineer | Drilling companies (Uzbekneftegaz, ERIELL, LUKOIL) |
| Process Engineer (Oil/Gas Processing) | Oil refineries (BNG, Fergana Refinery) |
| Gas Pipeline Engineer | Uztransgaz, regional gas supply companies |
| Laboratory Engineer | Chemical and environmental monitoring laboratories |
| Industrial Safety Inspector | State regulatory bodies, industrial enterprises |
| Energy Project Engineer | Large industrial facilities, international projects (CNPC, Petronas) |
Average monthly salaries in Uzbekistan (2025)
| Position | Salary (UZS) |
|---|---|
| Entry-level oil & gas specialist | 6,000,000 – 9,000,000 |
| Process Engineer | 10,000,000 – 16,000,000 |
| Drilling specialist (with experience) | 15,000,000 – 25,000,000 |
| International company project participant | 20,000,000 – 35,000,000+ |
| Industrial safety supervisor | 8,000,000 – 12,000,000 |
Advantages
✅ High-paying and stable industry
✅ Opportunity to participate in international projects
✅ Strong combination of technical knowledge and practical skills
✅ Contributing to the country’s energy security
✅ Continuous innovation and work with new technologies