Mining Engineering MS

The M.S. degree with thesis option requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, including the required research for the thesis. The program requirements must include a minimum of six credit hours of 6000-level lecture courses, six credit hours of courses outside the major field, and six credit hours for thesis research. M.S. candidates must pass a final oral examination of the thesis to complete the program. Whether you pursue a thesis-based or non-thesis master’s degree, you will learn from experts and leaders in mining, interact with some of the brightest mining professionals, and enhance your technical and leadership skills.