M.Sc. · Graduate
Sustainable Mining & Resource Governance
- Degree
- M.Sc.
- Level
- Graduate
Programme overview
A unique program that merges mining engineering with governance, law, and sustainability studies. It prepares leaders to ensure that Africa's extractive industries balance economic development, environmental protection, and social responsibility.
Curriculum
Year 1
5 courses- 01Mining Economics & Policy
- 02Sustainable Resource Management
- 03Environmental Impact Assessment
- 04Mining Law & Governance
- 05Research Methods
Year 2
6 courses- 01Corporate Social Responsibility in Mining
- 02Community Engagement &
- 03Development
- 04Global Resource Governance & Policy
- 05Thesis Research
- 06Applied
Internship
6 courses- 01Sample Courses
- 02Mining & Sustainable Development
- 03Resource Governance & Global Policy
- 04Environmental Impact Assessments in Mining
- 05Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Extractive Industries
- 06Community Engagement & Development
Course lists are indicative and may be updated as the programme is accredited and reviewed.
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