Master of Engineering Admissions

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Join the academic community of one of the world’s leading mining schools. We are one of a few mining schools in Canada with facilities and expertise in Mining, Mineral Processing, Rock Mechanics, Social License, Mine Economics and Environmental Sustainability.

Enrol in a Master of Engineering Degree at a top-ranked university and in one of the most beautiful and liveable cities in the world.

Our cohort-based, professional Master of Engineering Degree is a course-based master's which allows students to specialize in one of the following areas:

  • Mining Geotechnics
  • Mineral Processing
  • Mine Environment
  • Mine Economics and Finance
  • Mine Waste Management

The program attracts mining professionals from all corners of the world and creates a diverse network of mining expertise. Students benefit from the academic content as well as the international professional experience each student brings to the program. It includes at least 30 credits of coursework with the option to complete a coop work term. The program takes up to 2 years to complete.

Here is the list of courses for each specialization: Program of Studies Worksheet 2022

The Master of Engineering in Mining Engineering (M.Eng) is an intensive study program designed for professionals and engineering graduates eager to upgrade their skills in order to build a solid base for a career in the global mining industry — take advantage of our institute’s strong sense of community and close industrial support.

Admission Requirements

A Bachelor of Applied Science or Engineering Degree

Acceptable disciplines include:

  • Mining
  • Mineral Processing
  • Geological Engineering
  • Civil
  • Mechanical
  • Materials
  • Environmental
  • Chemical Engineering

A Bachelor of Science Degree

Acceptable disciplines include:

  • Geoscience
  • Environmental
  • Chemistry

Learn more about the Master of Engineering in Mining Engineering

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You can reach out to us with any questions you may have regarding our programs. We’re always more than happy to help.

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