60 Master's in Mining, Oil & Gas in North America

The top-rated, internationally recognized Mining Engineering program of Colorado School of Mines is the premier center for education and applied research in the diverse fields of mining and underground construction and tunneling. The program offers a master’s non-thesis and master’s thesis option.

Are you interested in the Mining Industry and want to work around the world? Design, construct, and manage surface and underground mines around the world with the Mining Engineering program of Montana Technological University.

Distinct from other M.S. programs in the College of Engineering, the Engineering - Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering Accelerated Master's Program at The University of Arizona positions students to enter the field in a professional role immediately upon completion of their studies.

Designed to meet the growing need for mining engineers, this Mining Engineering and Management program from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology offers advanced study with emphasis in either management-oriented or technically-oriented disciplines for professionals in mining, mine management or underground construction. 

The application of explosives for the fragmentation of rock and military and commercial applications is an area of research for which New Mexico Tech has a long history. The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology's Mineral Engineering, Explosives Engineering program is active in fragmentation studies and works closely with industry in the areas of ground vibration and airblast control.

Our Midstream Petroleum Engineering program at West Virginia University is designed to equip graduate students with the essential skills to tackle real-world challenges head-on.

The Professional Master’s Degree in Mineral Exploration program from Colorado School of Mines is designed for working professionals who want to increase their knowledge and skills, while gaining a thorough up-date of advances across the spectrum of economic geology, mineral exploration techniques, and mining geosciences.

Departmental research activities in the Mining Engineering program of Michigan Technological University span from fundamental and precise laboratory studies of rocks and minerals to field studies in remote and rugged locations to high-performance computing (including machine learning and data visualization).

The Chemical and Petroleum Engineering M.Sc. at the University of Kansas is a public programme designed for advanced technical mastery. This curriculum integrates innovative research with professional practice. Students engage in high-level study through a flexible mode to prepare for leadership in global energy and chemical sectors.

Demand for mining and metallurgical engineers is at an all-time high in Nevada and around the world with students receiving multiple job offers and starting salaries at $65,000 or more with signing bonuses of up to $10,000. Learn more with the Mining Engineering program at University of Nevada, Reno.

The Mining Engineering program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks emphasizes engineering as it applies to the exploration and development of mineral resources and upon the economics of the business of mining. The program offers specialization in exploration, mining or mineral beneficiation. 

All students in the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering  program from University of Wyoming will learn the techniques required of individuals interested in pursuing further education and careers in academic, as well as entering the work force in industrial settings.

The Mining Engineering program at Missouri University of Science and Technology provides advanced technical training to prepare you for challenging opportunities in mining engineering and leadership roles.

The aim of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering from University of Pittsburgh  is to develop individuals for careers in academic and industrial research. The program is flexible. Its primary emphasis is on innovative and distinctive research on the cutting edge of engineering science.

What sets the Explosives Engineering program at Missouri University of Science and Technology apart? It is the only one in the nation! The program requires four core courses and relevant elective courses you can select in consultation with your advisor.

Correct and appropriate processes can mitigate the risks inherent in any mining operation, but it takes well-trained, dedicated, safety-minded specialists to deploy their expertise. Join the Mining Occupational Safety and Health (Certificate NDP) program from The University of Arizona. 

The Mining Geological - Geophysical Engineering program from The University of Arizona serves as a precursor for subsequent Ph.D. studies by connecting you with a faculty member to embark on a high-profile research topic.

As a student in the graduate certificate program for Mine Production and Info Tech (Certificate NDP) at The University of Arizona, you’ll complete advanced coursework that explores the operational systems used to drive efficient mining facilities around the world. 

The Integrated Petroleum Geosciences programme at the University of Alberta is a professional master degree designed for the energy sector. This full-time course provides advanced training in Earth Sciences and Oil & Gas. Students gain essential technical skills through a public study mode at a world-class institution.

The interdisciplinary nature of this Earth Resources Development Engineering graduate program at Colorado School of Mines prepares graduates for any problem they may face and become leaders beyond the classroom. The program offers a master’s non-thesis and master’s thesis option.