Golden,
CO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Underground Construction and Tunnel Engineering - Non-Thesis in Denver United States | Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Mines
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Denver United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,840
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science program offers both thesis and non-thesis tracks, equipping graduates with expertise in designing, building, maintaining, and renovating underground structures while addressing various environmental considerations. The curriculum centers on seven core courses (18 credit hours), expanding upon the graduate certificate's three-course foundation. Students delve into engineering geology, geotechnics, soil mechanics, and participate in laboratory sessions that develop practical skills for underground construction.
Thesis candidates must complete at least 6 credit hours of industry-oriented research. Non-thesis students are encouraged to pursue applied independent studies, potentially involving internships with industry partners working on underground construction and tunneling projects.
Total required credits: 30
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree: Required
GRE: Not Required
Letters of Recommendation: Required two letters. Letters of recommendation are not required for current Mines students.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required
Statement of Purpose: Required
Transcript(s): Required. Must be submitted for all schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted for admissions review and must show successful completion of any required prerequisite course(s).
Students will enter the UCTE programs with a variety of backgrounds. Because the UCTE degrees are engineering degrees, the required prerequisite courses for the UCTE programs include basic engineering coursework, and specifically: 1) Strength of Materials or Mechanics of Materials, and 2) Fluid Mechanics. These prerequisite courses may be completed during the first semester of the graduate program if approved by the UCTE program faculty. It is permissible for students to take graduate-level courses without having completed the corresponding undergraduate courses to address areas where key competencies are lacking, such as in soil mechanics, rock mechanics, structural analysis or groundwater engineering. However, students may choose to complete undergraduate courses in these topics prior to or concurrently during enrollment in the required graduate program courses. Undergraduate-level coursework to address any prerequisite deficiencies does not count toward the requirements of the MS or PhD degrees. Students should consult with UCTE faculty for guidance in this matter.
TOFEL IBT-(Reading- 20, Listening 21, Writing 17, Speaking- 21) Score- 79
IELTS Minimum overall band of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
GRE: Not Required
Letters of Recommendation: Required two letters. Letters of recommendation are not required for current Mines students.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required
Statement of Purpose: Required
Transcript(s): Required. Must be submitted for all schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted for admissions review and must show successful completion of any required prerequisite course(s).
Students will enter the UCTE programs with a variety of backgrounds. Because the UCTE degrees are engineering degrees, the required prerequisite courses for the UCTE programs include basic engineering coursework, and specifically: 1) Strength of Materials or Mechanics of Materials, and 2) Fluid Mechanics. These prerequisite courses may be completed during the first semester of the graduate program if approved by the UCTE program faculty. It is permissible for students to take graduate-level courses without having completed the corresponding undergraduate courses to address areas where key competencies are lacking, such as in soil mechanics, rock mechanics, structural analysis or groundwater engineering. However, students may choose to complete undergraduate courses in these topics prior to or concurrently during enrollment in the required graduate program courses. Undergraduate-level coursework to address any prerequisite deficiencies does not count toward the requirements of the MS or PhD degrees. Students should consult with UCTE faculty for guidance in this matter.
TOFEL IBT-(Reading- 20, Listening 21, Writing 17, Speaking- 21) Score- 79
IELTS Minimum overall band of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
Tuition
USD
42,840