Which one among petroleum engineering and chemical engineering is best to pursue MS in Australia?
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Anurupa M Borcherdt Architect & Interior Designer, Australia | Guide-Level 12
9 years agoChemical engineering is vast and offers wider and more dimensions. .If you want your career to be strictly restricted to petroleum engineering only you may pursue petroleum science and engineering. Alternatively you may opt for Chemical Engineering and select your specialized track during the final year. This will give you the opportunity to discover your own interests and explore more areas.
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Both are good when it comes to Australian education. But do follow your interests.
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