Mineral Resource Engineering (MASc)

Dalhousie University

Canada, Halifax

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Dalhousie University

Canada , Halifax

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Halifax

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 10,557 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Mineral Resource Engineering (MASc)

About

Why choose this program?

Our focused curriculum blends technical, environmental, and economic aspects of mineral extraction. With opportunities for specialized research, it prepares you for advanced careers in mine design, planning, and development.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Master's degree Four-year bachelor's degree. Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study. Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.

English Program Requirements

Minimum test scores

The Faculty of Graduate Studies accepts a wide range of ESL tests for admissions up to two years after completion. We also accept the completion of the Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course, English for Academic Purposes - Level 2.

Some programs require higher ESL test scores than the minimums required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies that are listed below. Visit our Graduate Programs page to learn your program's specific requirements and contact your program before you apply if you are unsure of what is needed for admission.

Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course:
English for Academic Purposes - Level 2
Minimum acceptable score: Overall grade of A- for the course.

TOEFL iBT (In-person, online and at-home edition)
Minimum acceptable score: 92

MET
C1-level and 4-skills test required
64 (with no skills area below 53)

IELTS (Academic, in-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 7

CAEL (In-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 70 with no band score lower than 60

Pearson English Test PTE Academic
Minimum acceptable score: Overall score of 65 and nothing below 54

Career

Careers

Mining, mineral processing, oil and gas exploration and production, geological engineering consulting firms, environmental consulting firms, research and development, governmental regulatory agencies related to natural resources and mining.