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    MSc in Mining Engineering

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    Montreal, CAMScIn-person2 years
    CA$31,089.05
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    42%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    45
    Credits
    CA$132.00
    App fee

    MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Montreal, CA. Tuition is CA$31,089.

    About the program

    Research-intensive master's program consisting of 45 credits including 27 credits for thesis research, four graduate-level courses, and a seminar course. Focuses on areas such as stochastic mine planning, mineral economics, mine reliability, asset management, geomechanics, mine design, numerical modelling, and mine multiphysics.

    Focus: research
    QS Mineral & Mining Engineering: 2nd (2026)

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Aug 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 86
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months PGWP (Canada)

    CA$22,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University is CA$31,089 across 45 required credits.
    Is MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University online or in-person?
    MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University take to complete?
    MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0/4.0 or 3.2/4.0 in the last two years
    How competitive is MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University?
    MSc in Mining Engineering at McGill University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 42%.