Underground Construction & Tunneling

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Tuition USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Degree MSc

Duration 12 months

Deadline 2004-06-18

Delivery On-campus

Location Golden, United States

Language English

Program Overview

The Underground Construction & Tunneling at Colorado School of Mines is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Underground Construction & Tunneling programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

Duration: 12 months
Language of instruction: English
Study mode: On-campus
English requirement: IELTS 6.5
Tuition: USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Location: Golden, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Underground Construction & Tunneling programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

Researcher / Academic
Cultural Programme Manager
Editor / Writer
Translator / Interpreter
Museum Curator
Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

Engineering Geology And Geotechnics
Tunneling
Advanced Rock Mechanics
Excavation Project Management
Soil Behavior
Earth Retaining Structures / Support Of Excavations
Analysis And Design Of Tunnels In Soft Ground
Foundations
Finite Element Methods For Engineers
Advanced Soil Mechanics
Design Of Reinforced Concrete Structures
Groundwater Engineering
Geological Engineering Site Investigation
Analytical Hydrology
Advanced Geotechnics
Advanced Geological Engineering Design
Mine Ventilation
Design And Support Of Underground Excavations
Advanced Drilling And Blasting
Mechanical Excavation In Mining

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

GRE test scores
Three (3) letters of recommendation
One (1) official transcript from all current and previous institution
Statement of Goals: The purpose of the statement of goals is to introduce yourself to the Graduate Admissions Review Committee. In the statement, you should address professional and personal goals, as well as why Colorado School of Mines would be the best place to achieve those goals. It is typically about one page in length.
Resume/curriculum vitae (CV)
A non-refundable application fee is required of all applicants

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 17,010 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Colorado School of Mines 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 Colorado School of Mines

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Golden, United States

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Application Information

Application Deadline 2004-06-18
Start Date 2018-08-01
Language English
Duration 12 months