Overview
The Mining Engineering program at West Virginia University is primarily a research degree, and therefore the research work for a doctoral dissertation should show a high order of originality on the part of the student and must offer an original contribution to the field of engineering science.
Features
- The areas of specialization can be in Rock Mechanics and Ground Control, Surface Mining, Mineral Processing, Mine Ventilation and Environment, Mine Health and Safety.
Programme Structure
Courses include- Integrated Mining Systems
- Advanced Mine Control Systems Engineering
- Advanced Ground Control-Coal Mines
- Surface Subsidence Engineering
- Ground Control Failures
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Mining, Oil & Gas View 16 other PhDs in Mining, Oil & Gas in United StatesAcademic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Letters of Recommendation - Three
- Résumé /CV
- Statement of Purpose
- GRE
- Masters Degree Required
Tuition Fee
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International
26892 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13446 USD per semester during 60 months. -
National
26892 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13446 USD per semester during 60 months. -
In-State
9540 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4770 USD per semester during 60 months.
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