Vocational Petroleum Academy
Start a career in energy.
One- and two-year certificates, diplomas and apprenticeships, with at least 50% of every programme spent on practical work.
Six routes into industry
Find your programme.
| Programme | Award* | Length and intake | Fee (TZS) | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VPA-L1 Technician Certificate: Process Operations | NACTVET NTA Level 4* | 1 year, September | TZS 3,500,000 About USD 1323 | Apply now |
VPA-L2 Technician Certificate: Instrumentation and Control | NACTVET NTA Level 4* | 1 year, September | TZS 3,600,000 About USD 1361 | Apply now |
VPA-L3 Ordinary Diploma: Petroleum Process Technology | NACTVET NTA Levels 5–6* | 2 years, September | TZS 4,350,000 About USD 1645 | Apply now |
VPA-L4 Ordinary Diploma: Electrical and Instrumentation | NACTVET NTA Levels 5–6* | 2 years, September | TZS 4,400,000 About USD 1664 | Apply now |
VPA-L5 Welding and Fabrication Trade Programme | VETA trade award + international certificate* | 1 year, March and September | TZS 5,950,000 About USD 2250 | Apply now |
VPA-L6 Industrial Apprenticeship (employer-sponsored) | Petrogas certificate + NTA/VETA units* | 1 year, on demand | TZS 3,700,000 About USD 1399 | Apply now |
* National and international awards depend on NACTVET, VETA and awarding-body approval. Fees exclude accommodation and VAT. Intake deadlines will be confirmed.
Learning by doing
Built around real work.
Process operations
Develop safe operating habits and the practical skills needed on gas, power and petroleum plants.
Instrumentation and electrical
Learn measurement, control and electrical skills through supervised practical work and assessments.
Welding and apprenticeships
Workshop training, fabrication and employer-based learning. Apprenticeships need an employer sponsor.
Accessible training
Scholarships and self-funded places.
TEA, Skills Development Fund and employer scholarships can cover all or part of the fee, subject to funding and approval. At least 40% of places are reserved for women. Self-sponsored Tanzanians receive 10% off and can pay by term.
Example: Process Operations certificate, self-sponsored fee TZS 3,150,000.
Ask about scholarshipsReady when you are.
Whether it’s one learner or a whole plant, we’ll help you find the right course and the right place to train.