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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: CAD 19,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 9,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kingston, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mining Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Mining and Sustainability
- Chemical Extraction of Metals
- Design, Analysis and Operation of Mineral Processes
- Occupational Health and Safety in Mining Practice
- Stability Analysis in Mine Design
- Process Investigations Winter
- Reliability, Maintenance and Risk Assessment
- 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 Queens
- 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
Queen's University
Kingston, Canada
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
