Type: 
University of Technology
Region: 
Śląskie
Programme: 
Mining and Geology
Area: 
Technological sciences
Level: 
Bachelor Programme
Mode of studies: 
full-time programme
Duration: 
7 semesters
Tuition fee: 
1400 euro per semester
Degree awarded: 
Bechelor of Science
Application deadline: 
Tuesday, 15 September, 2020
Language: 
EN
Day of semester start: 
Thursday, 1 October, 2020
Credits (ECTS): 
210
Admission requirements: 
  1. School leaving certificate (legalized or given an apostille) obtained abroad entitling to study at all types of universities in the country appropriate to the education system issuing the certificate. Document should be legalized or given an apostille and translated into English or Polish language by certified translator;
  2. Candidate should also provide a statement that his school leaving certificate allows him to take up the first cycle studies in the country it was issued – if such a statement is not already written on the certificate;
  3. Document confirming competence in English language (for studies in English) at least at B2 level;
  4. Document confirming the candidate’s identity;
  5. Photo (format 45x35mm, in the left semi profile with a visible left ear, without any jewellery, bareheaded and without any dark glasses, with equal lighting on the face).
Description: 

Students acquire general knowledge of basic sciences (mathematics, physics etc.), information technologies as well as specialized technical and social subjects. During 4 weeks of professional practice in a mining plant, students obtain practical skills needed in their chosen career path. Graduates are able to design, implement and supervise mining, geological and geotechnical works, including mechanization, power supply, computerization while limiting adverse impact on the environment.
The education comprises developing team work and leadership qualities that equip the graduate with professional qualifications, enabling them to work in various mining plants and enterprises. The graduate is able to solve engineering problems using modern technologies and computer techniques, is also prepared to participating in workgroups and managing a team of employees.

Career opportunities

The graduate is prepared to pursue a career in enterprises extracting internationally traded raw materials (coal, ores, salt, sulfur, etc.) and raw materials of local importance (stone, gravel, sand, limestone etc.).
They can apply for employment in the following fields:
• underground coal mines,
• opencast mines,
• ore mines and other,
• specialised service companies working for mining,
• mining waste utilisation companies,
• civil and water construction companies utilising mining techniques,
• research centres and design offices in the field of mining and geology,
• mining authority.

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