Education
Customised learning for global impact
We provide specialised postgraduate programmes and tailored courses designed to immerse students in the practical and theoretical aspects of the geothermal field. With globally recognised qualifications, hands-on experience, and industry engagement, we foster global leaders prepared for success.
Our Courses
Postgraduate Certificate in
Geothermal Energy Technology
Semester Two • 60 Points
An intensive, single-semester, hands-on qualification for engineering and science graduates wishing to pursue advanced research or a career in geothermal energy.
Master of Energy
3 March 2025 • Duration Varies
Designed to meet the ongoing need for experts across the energy sector, this programme equips students with the expertise needed to build careers in an ever-evolving field.
Master of Engineering
1 December 2024 • Duration Varies
Boost your abilities to perform rigorous intellectual analysis and solve complex problems in an engineering field of your choice with this research qualification.
Master of Science
1 December 2024 • Duration Varies
The Master of Science (MSc) programme enables you to pursue advanced study in your area of interest with the opportunity to work on independent research.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Anytime • 3 to 4 Years
The PhD is a globally recognised postgraduate research degree and the highest level of degree you can achieve. PhD students are critical, curious, creative thinkers who undertake original research over at least 3 years.
Short Courses
Anytime • 1 Day to 2 Weeks
We also provide short courses, workshops, and training. We have delivered these in Australia, the Caribbean, Chile, Iceland, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines, and the USA as well as in New Zealand.
Short Courses
Geothermal and Renewable Energy Project Management
2017 – Present
Funded by the Manaaki New Zealand Short-Term Training Scholarship, we offer focused Renewable Energy and Geothermal Project Management courses five times a year, specifically designed for ASEAN and African nations.
NGAP Training, Philippines
2024
In partnership with the National Geothermal Association of the Philippines, we delivered four one-week courses for early-career geothermal professionals in the Philippines. The courses covered: geosciences, above-ground engineering, reservoir modelling and resource assessment, and project management.
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), Taiwan
2024
Delivered an intensive two-week reservoir modelling workshop for ITRI (Taiwan). Course participants developed and calibrated a reservoir model of a Taiwanese geothermal system.
ARGeo pre-conference workshop, Africa
2022 / 2024
Delivered pre-conference short courses in partnership with Jacobs. These courses covered geothermal reservoir engineering and applying the UNFC framework for geothermal resources.
Pertamina Geothermal Energy Mentoring, Indonesia
2022 – Present
For the last three years, through a close relationship with PGE, we have provided multiple rounds of mentoring to their staff. Held in New Zealand, PGE staff will work in our offices, learning reservoir modelling applied to their geothermal fields.
Iceland School of Energy, Reykjavik University
2018 – 2023
Since 2018, The Geothermal Institute has taught reservoir modelling through intensive block courses for the Iceland School of Energy, as a part of their MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering program.
From Our Courses
What our students had to say
“My partner and I were drawn to Auckland for the work opportunities and appealing lifestyle. I found that the University of Auckland was the best option for me to gain the knowledge and skills required to enter the energy industry.“
“New Zealand is not only a place with beautiful landscapes, it is also teeming with various geothermal areas and parks. I work in the geothermal industry back home and find that studying here is a good chance to look at geothermal development, right at its very root.“
“Auckland has plenty of fun activities for the whole family. This was an important factor in our decision to move to Auckland for my PhD, and we have had a great time here.“
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Geothermal Institute
Level 3, 70 Symonds Street,
Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand
geothermal@auckland.ac.nz