Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) was established in October 1960 as a shareholder company owned by the government and the private sector. In 1975 KNPC became a fully owned state Company. After the creation of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) in 1980, KNPC became fully owned by KPC which itself is owned by the State of Kuwait. KNPC works in the field of oil refining and gas liquefaction, in addition to retail petroleum products marketing.
Support to Higher Education
KNPC supports higher education by providing scholarships and training. The support given is mainly directed to financing and sponsorship of refinery operation specialization at the College of Technological Studies of the Public Authority of Applied Education and Training (PAAET).
Type of Support
Scholarships
KNPC provides 100 scholarships annually to Kuwaiti students at the College of Technological Studies of the Public Authority of Applied Education and Training (PAAET). The scholarships cover diploma degrees in the field of refinery operation technology. Graduates are usually employed by KNPC as refinery operators, and during study years they receive monthly salaries from the Company.
Training
KNPC provides field and academic training courses and programs in the field of refinery operation technology. Certificates are issued upon completion of the training program.
Duration of Support
Scholarships
2 years
Training
Duration varies according to the received request.
Eligibility Criteria
Scholarships
● Applicants should:
o Be Kuwaiti nationals.
o Be 18 years or above.
o Have a secondary school certificate.
● Scholarships are offered to male students only.
Training
Applicants should:
● Be Kuwaiti nationals.
● Be 18 years or above.
● Have a secondary school certificate.
Application Procedures
Scholarships
● Application forms can be submitted directly at the College of Technological Studies of the Public Authority of Applied Education and Training (PAAET).
● All applications are subject to College admission staff approval.
Training
N/A
Deadlines
Scholarships
Deadlines are published at the College of Technological Studies of the Public Authority of Applied Education and Training (PAAET).
Training
N/A
Contact
Scholarships
Mr. Mohammed Mansour Al-Ajmi, Corporate Communications Manager
E-mail:
Mma009@knpc.com
Training
Mr. Mohammed Mansour Al-Ajmi, Corporate Communications Manager
E-mail:
Mma009@knpc.com