Program Overview
The Master's (Master's Degree) in Georesources Engineering at Lulea University of Technology is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered on-campus at Lulea University of Technology. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in engineering, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 24 months, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in engineering.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at Lulea University of Technology.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Engineering.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 24 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Possibility of finding part-time employment
Part-time employment on campus (e.g. student assistant, canteen) as well as in town (e.g. in supermarkets, cafés, restaurants)
Accommodation
Different kinds of accommodation are available on campus and in the city of Freiberg. The average monthly rent for a room in the student halls of residence, including utilities, is 290 EUR. The most common form of accommodation is the shared flat. Each student has their own room, with the bathroom and kitchen shared. A separate online application is required to apply for accommodation in the student halls of residence. The recommended time to submit this is three months before the start of the semester.
Program Curriculum
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Admission Requirements
Academic admission requirements
Eligible candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering with basic knowledge in geology (minimum three years of study or 180 ECTS credits), or a Bachelor's degree in minerals engineering, mining engineering, chemical engineering, geological engineering, metallurgical engineering or a Master's degree in geology. At least 22.5 ECTS in mathematics at university level are also required.
Language requirements
English proficiency test/document for non-English speakers (TOEFL minimum 87, IELTS minimum 6.5, or any other document stating your English proficiency [minimum B2–C1])
Application deadline
Please see the website ( https://www.emerald.uliege.be/ ) for application deadlines and details. Information on how to apply: https://www.emerald.uliege.be/apply-3/apply/
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Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 100
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
Additional information on tuition fees
The programme costs 8,000 EUR per year for non-EU students and 2,000 EUR per year for EU students. This includes registration and management fees, health insurance and access to the infrastructures of the universities as well as assistance from the international relations department of each partner university, etc. Students who do not benefit from a scholarship can apply for reduced participation fees. A partial waiver can be decided by the Master Management Committee (MMC).
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
Joint degree / double degree programme
Description/content
EMerald is a two-year Master's programme (120 ECTS) organised by four European universities (University of Liège - ULiège, University of Lorraine - UL, Lulea University of Technology - LTU, and Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg - TUBAF) designed to focus on the following major aspects of resources engineering : characterisation, processing, modelling and management. The Master's programme aims at finding the right balance between knowledge of metal/mineral resources (geology, landfills, urban mines, reserve characterisation and modelling) and process engineering techniques (comminution, sorting, pre-concentration, extractive metallurgy, waste disposal, …). Moreover, in line with the updated list of critical raw materials for the EU, course units are reshaped and extended to encompass factors affecting critical resource flows and supply, such as diversification, substitution and end-uses based on industrial applications. The full catalogue of courses is available on the EMerald website.
Current information
Upon approval of the financial plan by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), all accepted students who are self-funded will be awarded an EIT AVSA scholarship of up to 13,500 EUR.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities
A range of funding options may be available to students enrolling at Lulea University of Technology. Explore all options early — many scholarships have deadlines months before programme start.
- University Scholarships: Lulea University of Technology may offer merit-based, need-based, or programme-specific scholarships for postgraduate students. Contact the international or financial aid office for current awards.
- Government Scholarships (): National governments often fund outbound and inbound student mobility. Check your home country's government scholarship schemes (e.g., national student loan bodies, ministry of education awards).
- International Scholarships: Major funders include: Commonwealth Scholarships, Fulbright (USA programmes), Chevening (UK), Erasmus+ (Europe), DAAD (Germany), Campus France, Australia Awards, and many more.
- Employer Sponsorship: Professionals returning to study may negotiate tuition sponsorship with their employer, particularly for MBA or executive programmes.
- Graduate Assistantships / Fellowships: Some universities offer funded research or teaching assistant positions that include a stipend and partial or full tuition waiver.
- External Foundations: Rotary Foundation, Aga Khan Foundation, Ford Foundation, and many discipline-specific bodies fund postgraduate study globally.
- Payment Plans: Flexible instalment plans may allow you to spread tuition payments across the academic year.
About Lulea University of Technology
Lulea University of Technology
['Lulea'], Sweden
Lulea University of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date September 2024
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120