
Master Programme in Civil Engineering, with specialization in mining and Geotechnical Engineering
120 credits, programme, master's level, TMVJA
This programme offers you the chance to be part of the development for future infrastructure and mining operations. The use of soil and rock materials have a wide range of applications, and this programme provides you with sought-after skills that can open doors to global career opportunities.
The program features a combination of field studies, laboratory work, group projects, and site visits to active mining operations and construction sites. Guest lectures from industry ensure that you gain valuable insights into current trends and future innovations in mining and geotechnical engineering. With this hands-on experience, you will get prepared to tackle complex engineering challenges in the industry. Whether you choose to focus on rock engineering, rock mechanics, soil mechanics or mining, what you learn in your studies can contribute to creating sustainable mines, and infrastructure for cities and communities worldwide.
The programme maintains a strong collaboration with industry actors through partnerships with mining companies, consultancy companies and geotechnical enterprises, ensuring the relevance and quality of the courses.
At Luleå University of Technology, you will be taught by experts at the forefront of research in mining, geotechnical engineering, and rock mechanics, as well as operation and maintenance. The Division of Mining and Geotechnical Engineering is the largest research and educational unit in Sweden for soil and rock-related research. The university is well known for its strong international profile with students and faculty exchanges involving several universities worldwide.
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LTU-95019
Open for late application!
Master Programme in Civil Engineering, with specialization in mining and Geotechnical Engineering, international students
Start date 2025-09-01, v. 36 2025, LuleåNormal teachingMixed-time 100%Autumn 2025
120 credits, programme, master's level, TMVJA
This programme offers you the chance to be part of the development for future infrastructure and mining operations. The use of soil and rock materials have a wide range of applications, and this programme provides you with sought-after skills that can open doors to global career opportunities.
The program features a combination of field studies, laboratory work, group projects, and site visits to active mining operations and construction sites. Guest lectures from industry ensure that you gain valuable insights into current trends and future innovations in mining and geotechnical engineering. With this hands-on experience, you will get prepared to tackle complex engineering challenges in the industry. Whether you choose to focus on rock engineering, rock mechanics, soil mechanics or mining, what you learn in your studies can contribute to creating sustainable mines, and infrastructure for cities and communities worldwide.
The programme maintains a strong collaboration with industry actors through partnerships with mining companies, consultancy companies and geotechnical enterprises, ensuring the relevance and quality of the courses.
At Luleå University of Technology, you will be taught by experts at the forefront of research in mining, geotechnical engineering, and rock mechanics, as well as operation and maintenance. The Division of Mining and Geotechnical Engineering is the largest research and educational unit in Sweden for soil and rock-related research. The university is well known for its strong international profile with students and faculty exchanges involving several universities worldwide.
Programme overview
Sign up for the programme
LTU-95019
Open for late application!
Master Programme in Civil Engineering, with specialization in mining and Geotechnical Engineering, international students
Start date 2025-09-01, v. 36 2025, LuleåNormal teachingMixed-time 100%Autumn 2025

Meet the former student Muaz Alzouby
“When I joined the Master Programme I wanted to work with soil mechanics. However, by time, I started leaning towards rock engineering, a field that I have never studied or even heard about before.”

“A university with close collaboration with the industry”
Name: Catrin Edelbro Workplace: Itasca Consultants AB, Sweden Service: Consultancy

Swedish School of Mines
Luleå University of Technology is Sweden's mining university. Swedish School of Mines combines research, education and infrastructure across the entire value chain of minerals and metals.

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