Oil and gas programs can help students learn about how fossil fuels are located, extracted, processed, and refined, preparing them to work within the field of energy production. Subjects covered might include everything from geology to chemical engineering.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.