MINERAL EXPLORATIONOFFERING NON-THESIS PROFESSIONAL MASTER’S DEGREES

The professional master’s degree in mineral exploration provides a unique learning experience that is second to none. This non-thesis master’s program is designed for working professionals who want to increase their knowledge and skills, while gaining knowledge of advances across the spectrum of economic geology, mineral exploration techniques and mining geosciences. Successful completion of the program can be directly related to strong performance in the workforce.

With a variety of courses and specializations, Mines o� ers a truly one-of-a-kind education in mineral exploration that will boost a participant’s abilities early in their career. This program will prepare an individual to excel in the minerals industry with knowledge of the latest worldwide developments in tools, technology, economics and mining/exploration methods to date.

Interested in the program? Contact Thomas Monecke at tmonecke@mines.edu.

Program Outcomes:In one year’s time, graduates of this program can expect:

1. To receive career-boosting education in the minerals industry;

2. To learn to apply advanced geological thinking in a professional setting; and

3. To be trained in the practical approaches to common tasks in minerals exploration and extraction.

Specialized Coursework:Students may specialize their degree through coursework in:

1. Geology and Geological Engineering

2. Mining Engineering

3. Chemistry and Geochemistry

4. Geophysics

5. Metallurgy and Materials Science

6. Environmental Sciences

7. Applied Math and Statistics

8. Economics and Business

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