Mineral Resource Engineering (MEng)

    Mineral Resource Engineering (MEng)

    Duration16 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 7,577 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Mineral Resource Engineering (MEng)

    About

    Why choose this program?

    Choose the MEng in Mineral Resource Engineering for advanced expertise in mine design, rock mechanics, and processing techniques, preparing you for leading roles in the technical, environmental, and economic aspects of the extraction and processing of mineral resources.

    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

    Possible careers include:

    • Mining engineer

    • Mineral processing engineer

    • Rock mechanics engineer

    • Drilling engineer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    7,577 / year

    Mineral Resource Engineering (MEng)

    Dalhousie University

    Dalhousie University

    Canada

    Canada, Halifax