Program Overview

Master's Degree in Natural Resources Engineering

Presentation and Objectives

The Master's degree in Natural Resources Engineering aims to provide advanced scientific training in the field of natural resources management, with a focus on environmental respect. The program is taught from a multidisciplinary perspective, combining theoretical and practical aspects to train experts in applied research.

Academic Procedures

• The Master's degree gives access to the PhD program in Natural Resources Engineering, which has a Mention towards Excellence by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports.
• Duration and start: One academic year, 60 ECTS credits, starting in September and February.
• Modalities and schedules: The Master's degree can be taken face-to-face or semi-face-to-face.
• Price: Approximate price of the Master's degree is 1,600 (3,200 for non-EU residents).
• Language: Spanish.
• Official title: Registered in the register of the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities.
• Academic Coordinator: Toni Dorado.

Career Opportunities

The Master's degree trains professionals capable of being part of research and technological innovation teams in the world of natural resources engineering, including:

• Researchers in research centers.
• Administration.
• Waste management entities.
• Extractive industry.
• Capital goods companies of waste treatment.
• Environmental engineering.
• Teaching. Graduates can also develop their professional career in fields such as mining, civil works, and other sectors that require studies on environmental impact, environmental advice, occupational safety, and organization and quality control.

Program Structure

The program includes various courses and research activities, providing a comprehensive education in natural resources engineering.

Research Areas

The Master's degree focuses on natural resources engineering, including topics such as:

• Environmental management.
• Waste treatment.
• Extractive industry.
• Capital goods companies of waste treatment.
• Environmental engineering.