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Mining Engineering

Queen's University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition CAD 19,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 9,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MEd
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Kingston, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Mining Engineering at Queen's University is a MEd programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Mining Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: CAD 19,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 9,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Kingston, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Mining Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Mining and Sustainability
  2. Chemical Extraction of Metals
  3. Design, Analysis and Operation of Mineral Processes
  4. Occupational Health and Safety in Mining Practice
  5. Stability Analysis in Mine Design
  6. Process Investigations Winter
  7. Reliability, Maintenance and Risk Assessment
  8. Mining Systems, Automation and Robotics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission Requirements:
  • Academic Change Form
  • Degree Audit Form
  • Void cheque
  • SIN, Social Insurance Number
  • TD1 forms (tax forms)
  • PhD. Student: Statement of intent with regards to PhD. Comprehensive
  • Safety forms and Department access
  • I.T. requirements form
  • UHIP, University Health Insurance Plan – student must apply immediately upon arriving at Queen’s
  • Register for a Social Insurance Number
  • Student Visa

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 9,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 19,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 9,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Queen's University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Queen's University

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Kingston, Canada

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University Profile
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months