Mineral Engineering

The tuition fee is 18,000 USD per year, while the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Mineral Engineering program at Polytechnique Montréal is a Non-degree course for students with an undergraduate degree in a scientific field. It lasts one year and focuses on advanced mineral exploration, extraction, and processing topics.

This program teaches geostatistics, geophysics, and mining techniques through specialized courses. Students gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge, preparing them for the mineral engineering industry.

Graduates can pursue careers as mining engineers, geologists, or project managers in mining, environmental consulting, and resource management.

Polytechnique Montréal is a leading engineering school located on Mount Royal in vibrant Montreal. Founded in 1873, it enrolls about 10,000 students, including roughly 2,900 international students, and offers more than 150 specialized engineering programs. The school is renowned for rigorous technical training, extensive research capacity and strong industry partnerships that help students move from campus labs into high-impact careers.

Academic life at Polytechnique blends theoretical depth with hands-on experience in well-equipped laboratories, research chairs and collaborative projects. Areas of strength include aerospace, biomedical, materials and sustainable technologies, complemented by interdisciplinary initiatives in artificial intelligence and energy. The bilingual nature of Montreal creates opportunities to study and work in both French and English, broadening students’ cultural and professional horizons.

International applicants benefit from comprehensive support services, from immigration advising to housing options; on-campus residences are available with monthly costs typically ranging from $600 to $1,100 CAD. The university’s strong employer connections, co-op placements and startup-friendly ecosystem enhance employability. For students seeking a globally respected engineering education in North America, Polytechnique Montréal offers a research-intensive, multicultural environment with clear pathways to professional growth.