At Michigan Tech, graduate programs in geological and mining engineering and sciences prepare you to further your career and help responsibly manage Earth's resources.
Join a vibrant research community where your interests drive what you learn. Whether you're drawn to hands-on exploration in diverse locations or prefer working with specialized equipment in world-class labs, you'll find the resources and support to pursue what excites you. Engage with dedicated faculty and fellow students in an environment that balances ambitious research with personalized curriculum.
Geology—MS, PhD
Advance your knowledge and understanding in the area of geological sciences that captures your interest. Focus your studies on everything from Geomorphology to methods of mitigating risk for communities vulnerable to volcanic eruptions. Integrate remote sensing techniques and on-the-ground reasearch, gain practical experience, and advance sociological awareness of your discipline.
Geological Engineering—MS, PhD
Explore how to safely utilize Earth's resources while preserving them for the future. Develop solutions to real-world problems and learn more about the systems and infrastructure actively used in the field to monitor and understand our planet. Apply your studies to sustainable resource management and drive hands-on environmental solutions under the guidance of expert faculty.
Geophysics—MS, PhD
Examine the Earth through the lens of physics and mathematics. This quantitative approach to study focuses on interpreting and utilizing hard data to provide solutions in specialized fields ranging from magnetic studies to volcanic seismology. Gain expeirence in your field, learning more about the world though physical measurements, employed theory, computer modeling, and laboratory and/or field experimentation.
Mining Engineering—MS, PhD
Deepen your understanding of modern safe mining practices and the technology driving the mining resurgence. Collaborate with faculty on cutting-edge research in areas like computer and machine vision, discrete-event simulation, optimization of mining systems, computational fluid dynamics for mine ventilation, and more. Support field studies with computer modeling and research in advanced laboratories dedicated to mining analysis and investigation.
