School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
Overview
Mining Engineers work in mining and mineral extraction facilities. They are in charge of coordinating and supervising all the activities in the mine regarding digging, extracting, and transporting minerals out of the mine.
Master of Science in Mining Engineering is a two-year full-time MSc degree program that is aimed at training engineers who can design, conduct and manage mining operations as well as developing research skills and knowledge to support the mining industry in order to ensure safe, environmentally friendly, and economically viable mining.
Master of Science in Mining Engineering is a two-year full-time MSc degree program that is aimed at training engineers who can design, conduct and manage mining operations as well as developing research skills and knowledge to support the mining industry in order to ensure safe, environmentally friendly, and economically viable mining.
At NU SMG students learn mining methods that are used locally and how to adapt them to international standards. Graduates of NU SMG are able to adapt quickly to local and global industry needs and apply their knowledge to diverse work conditions, since the study program is practically oriented and can be easily applied to real life work projects in the mining industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan and worldwide.
Testimonial
Nursulu Alnazar
Major: MSc Mining Engineering
Graduation Year: 2019
Graduation Year: 2019
Hello everyone, my name is Nursulu. I am a graduate student. I graduated in 2019, but the very first time I visited the university was in 2016. I was attending as a guest and visiting a forum. On that day, I fell in love with the university's infrastructure. The first place I visited was the university library, and I immediately knew that I wanted to study here. After joining the university, I experienced two incredible years of my life. The university gave me many skills, and most importantly, it taught me to believe in myself, in my future, and, even more significantly, the university believed in me. It helped shape my future career. While studying, I had the opportunity to lead projects at underground mines in Kazakhstan, including the Voskhod Yildirim mine and Kazzinc mine, where I gained valuable experience for my career.
Beyond academics, the university offers a vibrant student life with over 2,000 student clubs, and most importantly, it gives you the chance to start your own club. Currently, I work at KAZ Minerals, one of the leading corporations in Kazakhstan, as a geotechnical engineer in the head office. I strongly encourage you to start your journey with Nazarbayev University.
Beyond academics, the university offers a vibrant student life with over 2,000 student clubs, and most importantly, it gives you the chance to start your own club. Currently, I work at KAZ Minerals, one of the leading corporations in Kazakhstan, as a geotechnical engineer in the head office. I strongly encourage you to start your journey with Nazarbayev University.
Nursulu Alnazar
Major: MSc Mining Engineering
Graduation Year: 2019
Graduation Year: 2019
General information
- Campus: Astana, Kazakhstan
- Language: English
- Delivery mode: Full time, on-campus
- Duration: 2 years
- Total ECTS credit: 120
Program Aims
The program mirrors the mission of the School of Mining and Geosciences by aiming:
- To equip students with the advanced level scientific skills and knowledge needed within the mining industry.
- To train engineers to solve complex engineering problems within mining using their analytical, intellectual and critical thinking skills.
- To furnish the students with up-to-date scientific tools and techniques.
- To conduct research to expand knowledge and technology to ensure safe, environmentally friendly and economically viable prospection and extraction of natural resources.
What Will You Learn?
- Advanced Mine Design & VentilationIn-depth training in surface and underground planning, ventilation systems.
- Geostatistics, Geomechanics & TunnellingCourses like Applied Geostatistics, Rock Mechanics, and Tunneling.
- Mine Automation & RoboticsIntroduction to automation in excavation, drilling, and monitoring.
- Research & Thesis WorkPractical thesis projects addressing real mining problems.
- Advanced Software UseBroader use of mining software for simulation, design, and analysis.
Key Advantages
- 95%+ job placement rate within 1–2 months of graduation1
- Internships with major companies: KazMinerals, ERG, Kazzinc, etc.2
- Hands-on experience at real mining sites and underground operations across Kazakhstan3
- Access to modern labs and industry-standard software: Datamine, Micromine, Rocscience4
- Active student community and involvement in mining-related competitions and global conferences5
- Focus on digital transformation and automation in mining (robotics, AI tools, simulation)6
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will be able to:
- Apply advanced level scientific, engineering, and technological principles to solve complex Mining Engineering problems.
- Critically analyze fundamental and current issues in mining and related industries and propose new hypotheses.
- Analyze and practice how to plan, design, manage and operate mining operations.
- Apply available information technologies and mining software tools to accomplish mine feasibility studies
- Define a research problem, develop and implement an appropriate research method to solve it and communicate and defend the results as in writing as well as in a presentation.
- Evaluate and manage economics, legal, social, ethical and environmental context of the mining projects.
- Respect for cultural diversity in professional life and in the implementation of projects in a culturally diverse environment.
- Communicate effectively individually as well as in the team environment.
Curriculum
Summer Industrial Internship
Electives
Multivariate Geostatistics
Geology of Ore Deposits
Mechanized Excavation & Tunnelling
Underground Hard Rock Geotechnical Engineering
Multivariate Geostatistics
Geology of Ore Deposits
Mechanized Excavation & Tunnelling
Underground Hard Rock Geotechnical Engineering
Handbook
Core modules
Where do our graduates work?
- Career opportunities
- Mine planning drill and blast
- Mines inspectorate leasing
- Environmental monitoring
- Engineering procurement and construction
- Project coordination
- Equipment optimization explosives applications
- Investment banking
- Resource/mining analyst
- Project management
- Environmental consultant
- Research and consulting
- Where?Top companies: KazMinerals, Kazzinc, RG Gold, Kazakhmys, Kazzinc, Solidcore resources, Altynalmas, SRK Consulting, ERG and others.
Admissions
Our Contacts
Feel free to write, call, and visit us.
Regarding consultation on admissions
On academic issues
Address:
Address: 53, Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan.
Phone numbers
+7 (7172) 64 25 84
+7 747 094 02 30
+7 747 094 02 30
Fees and Funding:
For more detailed information about tuition fees, please contact the Bursar's Office:
For more detailed information about tuition fees, please contact the Bursar's Office:
- Phone: +7 (7172) 70 60 32, 70 91 99
- Email: bursars_office@nu.edu.kz
- Office: 1.248B Block 1
- Address: 53, Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan
Call or email us:
Admissions Manager (MSc PhD programs):
Admissions Manager (MSc PhD programs):
+7(7172)69-4628