Study Mineral Resource Geology Certificate at University of Arizona in the USA,

About this course

About this course
- Overview
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resource Geology has been designed to provide early career professionals and upper-division undergraduates with a focused introduction to mineral resource geology principles and applications. By taking the certificate, participants will gain insights into ore deposits models, geochemistry, mineralogy, and petrology of mineral deposits, structural geology for exploration and mine geology, and advanced field mapping. The certificate also gives the opportunity to dive deeper into other areas of interest (mining, mineral processing, mining law, environment, health, and safety) that complement the core curriculum.

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

US$35,012.00 per year

Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600 and Living Expenses - Housing and Food - $16,800.

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Tucson ,,

Tucson,

Arizona,

AZ 85721, West, United States

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

US$35,012.00 per year

Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600 and Living Expenses - Housing and Food - $16,800.

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Main Campus

Tucson ,,

Tucson,

Arizona,

AZ 85721, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Our Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resource Geology is a 1-year program (total of 12 credits) that offers a blend of in-person and online learning. This hybrid approach provides you with the flexibility to complete some of the courses asynchronously online, while three core courses with fieldwork and lab components are exclusively offered in person. Should participants choose to pursue another graduate degree within the Geosciences Department, the units completed in this certificate program can be transferred.

Applicants who apply for admission to the Graduate College are evaluated on the individual merits of their academic achievements and potential to complete the certificate coursework and requirements. Applicants must: