Use creativity and technological tools to design sustainable processes for resource management at Canada's Mining University.
Choose from two areas of study: mining engineering and mineral processing and extractive metallurgy, and from many research topics under three broad headings: mining engineering, process engineering, robotics, automation and advanced methods.
The engineering profession in Canada contributes in a major way to the economic and general well-being of society through the practical application of science towards inventions and the development of goods and services. Become part of an organization of professionals with a rich history at the Bharti School of Engineering.
Approved Fields of Study
- Mining Engineering
- Robotics, Automation & Advanced Technologies
- Process Engineering
Career Opportunities
Graduates can rest assured knowing there is a multitude of career options they can explore post-graduation. Some career options include, but are not limited to: Environmental engineer, water resources engineer, environmental consultant, ecological engineering consultant, waste management expert, geotechnical engineer, sustainability engineer, mining engineering, mining technologies, research and development. Many of these careers can be found in the public and private sector.
Degree Requirements
For the PhD degree, students must complete:
ENGR 6500 E – PhD Thesis (15 credits)
ENGR 6116 E – PhD Seminar in Natural Resources Engineering (3 credits)
Course work
A PhD student must successfully complete 9 credits of graduate-level courses beyond the course requirements for the M.A.Sc. degree or M.Eng. (regular and fast-track) degree. This may include 3-credits of non-engineering graduate course(s) within the university subject to the approval of the Graduate Program Committee and the Advisory Committee. In addition, all students must submit a research proposal to their Advisory Committee for approval within twelve months (three academic terms) of admission. Successful candidates must also pass an oral Comprehensive Exam within 18 months of initial registration of the student into the program, and must successfully defend a PhD thesis (ENGR 6500).
