Technological Master’s in Sustainable Mining

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Admissions
Enquiries should be directed to the Programme Office
Mode of study
On-site. *Articulated programme
Duration
4 semesters
Enrolment fees
CLP $173,888 per semester
Tuition fees
CLP $2,948,419 annually
Technological Master’s in Sustainable Mining
Programme director
Dr. Juan Andrés Jarufe Troncoso
juan.jarufe@usach.cl
Contact

Eliana Sepúlveda
eliana.sepulveda@usach.cl

Accreditation
Not accredited. New programme.
Programme details
The increasing depth of mineral deposits and the declining grade of ores require professionals capable of innovating in extraction processes, geoscience technologies and mineral processing, with an integrated and sustainable perspective.

The Master’s in Sustainable Mining is an academic programme aimed at developing highly specialised human capital in both basic and applied research, prepared to address the growing challenges of the industry.

The programme promotes applied research as a driver of development, training specialists who integrate sustainability and technological innovation into their projects, with the skills to work in both the mining industry and academia.

It emphasises the generation of advanced knowledge to address critical challenges related to resource depletion and environmental impact, through interdisciplinary collaboration. In this way, the programme contributes to the territorial and technological development of mining at both national and international levels, preparing professionals to lead the necessary transformations in a constantly evolving sector.

Its research areas include Mining Extraction Processes; and Geoscience, Mining and Processing Technologies.
Who is it for
Graduates of engineering disciplines related to the mining industry, or degree holders in fields related to engineering and earth sciences, as well as professionals with experience in mining.
Entry requirements

– Two letters of recommendation, from professors or professionals within the field who can attest to the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for undertaking studies in the Programme.

– Original or certified copy of a Bachelor’s degree or professional title, with a level and content equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree of at least eight semesters’ duration, or in a related discipline.

– Official undergraduate academic transcript, including failed courses and the periods in which courses were taken, as well as the grading scale and the minimum passing grade.

– Evidence of English language proficiency at a minimum level of B1.

– Birth certificate.

– Curriculum Vitae, demonstrating professional experience, where applicable.

– Institutional sponsorship, where applicable.

Scholarships

According to the University of Santiago of Chile Postgraduate Scholarship Regulations (Resolution No. 7307/2022), enrolled postgraduate students may apply for the following types of scholarships:

– Tuition fee waiver scholarship
– Maintenance scholarship
– Research support scholarship
– Articulation scholarship
– Excellence scholarship for international students

Further information is available at: https://postgrado.usach.cl/es/tipos-de-becas/becas-internas

In addition, students may apply for external scholarships offered by the industry.

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¿Dónde estamos ubicados?

Nos encontramos en el límite de la Comuna de Santiago y la comuna de Estación Central, a pasos del metro Estación Central y de la estación de ferrocarril y buses interubanos. Por lo que si vienes de otras ciudades a desarrollar tu programa, será fácil movilizarte. Te invitamos a conocer nuestro campus único de 32 hectáreas ingresando a: http://www.usach.cl/conoce-nuestro-campus 

Solicitud de información

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