Natural Gas Transportation

Format of study

full-time

Language

russian

Place of study

st. petersburg, russia

Outcome (diploma/credits)

master of science

Duration

2 year

Annual tuition fee

610 000 ₽

Application deadline

28 august 2026
Program manager
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Veronika Aleksandrovna Nikitina
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Subject areas

15.04.02

Транспортировка природного газа
10

Tuition-free

5

Fee-based

16.04.03

Транспортировка природного газа
8

Tuition-free

5

Fee-based

About the program

The program offers in-demand knowledge on the technology of gas transportation and gas equipment development.

In this program, students dive deep into preparation, transportation, and processing of natural and associated petroleum gas, the construction of gas transmission networks and compressor stations, the creation of digital twins of fuel and energy industry facilities, design and operation features of key technological equipment (compressors, turboexpanders, heat exchange equipment, etc.), and decarbonization technologies (reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, including natural and associated petroleum gas). Additionally, the program’s curriculum includes such in-demand, relevant courses as AI and programming fundamentals, as well as applied use of AI and machine learning.

The program offers the following choice of specializations:

Technological Systems for Preparation and Transportation of Natural and Associated Petroleum Gas – for future specialists at oil and gas companies who will be operating systems in gas preparation, transportation, and processing;

Compressor and Expansion Equipment for Fuel and Energy Complexes – for future designers of compressor and expansion equipment in fuel and energy complexes.

Program partners

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Program team

Curriculum

Explore your curriculum (in Russian) to see what you will study

Career

Graduates of the program are in high demand and can work at oil and gas companies (Gazprom, Gazprom Neft, SIBUR, Rosneft, Lukoil, Surgutneftegas, Shell, ExxonMobil, Saudi Aramco, British Petroleum, etc.), as well as producers of oil and gas equipment and dedicated institutions (United Engine Corporation, Power Machines, HMS Group, REP Holding, Gazprom VNIIGAZ, Gazprom Design, Baker Hughes, General Electric, Siemens, etc.).

The program’s staff work closely with the enterprises of the fuel and energy complex, providing students with the opportunity to complete internships and find employment at the partner companies.

You will get to work at these companies

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Or at ITMO’s laboratories

ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International opportunities

ITMO supports and encourages students to participate in online and offline educational events in Russia and abroad. We also count 70+ leading scientific institutions around the world among our partners.

You can apply for participation in online and offline conferences, seminars, schools, crash courses, competitions, championships, research internships, and other events in Russia and abroad that are organized by ITMO’s partner universities as well as other scientific and educational organizations.

Educational events and internships
Want to take part in a conference, summer school, or seminar abroad? ITMO University will cover up to 70% of your expenses.

Semester exchange / Study abroad
Found an interesting program in another country and want to go on an exchange semester? Tell us why you chose it and receive financial support.

Study Abroad at Home
Get your international learning experience without leaving ITMO: study in English with international students from all over the world!

Buddy System
From your first day at ITMO as an international student you will be supported by a buddy – another student, who will help you settle in, solve any issue, and explore the city! Maybe one day you, too, will want to support a newcomer at ITMO and get to share your experience as their buddy. You can learn more about the opportunity here

FAQ

Where can I work after graduation?
As an example, here are some companies operating gas transportation networks and producing gas transmission equipment: Gazprom, Gazprom Neft, Rosneft, SIBUR, Lukoil, Surgutneftegas, Gazprom VNIIGAZ, Gazprom Design, United Engine Corporation, Power Machines, REP Holding, HMS Group, as well as Aramco, Statoil, Shell, ExxonMobil, British Petroleum, Total, Chevron, Siemens, Baker Hughes, FMC, Schlumberger, and other Russian and global energy and energy machine building complexes. All of these companies are your potential employers.

Can international students apply for tuition-free positions?
Students from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, as well as Russian citizens residing in the CIS countries can all apply for tuition-free positions. They will have to compete for the same spots with Russian applicants. Students from other countries can either apply for paid positions, or use special quotas provided by the Russian government. You can learn more about these via the link. More information on admissions for foreign citizens can be found here (in Russian) and here.

Can I take part in industrial projects alongside the members of the program’s academic staff?
Yes, you can. Let the head of the program know, so that they are able to include you into one of the project teams when an opening becomes available.

Can I apply for internships at petroleum and energy companies?
Yes, you can. Many members of this program's academic staff work on real-world industry cases and are in touch with oil and gas companies and enterprises, which makes it possible for them to offer internships and employment opportunities to their students and graduates. Our partners include Gazprom, Gazprom Neft, Rosneft, Novatek, SIBUR, Power Machines, United Engine Corporation, REP Holding, their various subsidiaries, and other Russian and international energy industry and energy machine building companies.

What PhD programs can I apply for after completing this Master’s program?
ITMO University offers several PhD programs that correspond with this Master’s program and are taught by some of the same academic staff. They are:

- 1.3.14. Thermophysics and Theoretical Heat Engineering;

- 2.4.8. Machines, Devices, and Processes of Cryogenic, Air Conditioning, and Life Support Systems;

- 2.1.3. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Gas Supply and Lighting.

Can I take part in international exchange programs?
Yes, of course. ITMO University holds an internal competition for academic exchange applicants twice a year: in September (for the spring semester) and in February (for the fall semester). You can learn more about studying abroad via this link.