The Master of Science program in Mining Geological/Geophysical Engineering serves as a precursor for subsequent Ph.D. studies by connecting you with a faculty member to embark on a high-profile research topic. Focus areas include geophysical sensing techniques mine technology and automation and sustainable mining. Upon completion of the program, you will possess a thorough knowledge of engineering and socioeconomic principles that impact the industry employ mathematics and computer skills to solve industry-related problems present an awareness of ethics in research and showcase the ability to assess and present an engineering problem and solution as related to societal issues.
Study options
Full Time
(1.5 Years)
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
15/07/2026
Start date
August 2026
Venue
Main Campus
Tucson ,,
Tucson,
Arizona,
AZ 85721, West, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Admissions Requirements:
Completion of a minimum of 75 undergraduate credit hours will be required at the time of application; a minimum of 90 undergraduate credit hours will be required at the time of entry into the AMP. If the student's GPA falls below 3.30 at the time s/he has completed 90 units, the student will not be admitted into the program. Courses taken for audit may not be included in the total number of units counted for eligibility or admission.
Completion of at least 12 earned units of undergraduate course work in the major at the UA.
Units still graded Incomplete, units graded Pass/Fail or units taken as audit will not count toward the requirement of the 12 undergraduate units in the major.
Completion or near completion of general education requirements.
Submission of a graduate application and payment of a graduate application fee.
Demonstration of the maturity necessary for success in an accelerated, highly competitive program.
Expectation to complete the undergraduate degree within four years. The undergraduate degree requirements must be completed before the student is eligible to have the Master's degree awarded.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.