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MSc
Master
International Master of Science in Advanced Mineral Resources Development (AMRD)
Winter: Jan 31, 2027
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About International Master of Science in Advanced Mineral Resources Development (AMRD)
TU Bergakademie Freiberg is a prestigious university located in Germany, known for its expertise in the field of mineral resources and mining. The International Master of Science in Advanced Mineral Resources Development (AMRD) is a unique course offered by the university, designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the sustainable development and management of mineral resources. The program covers a wide range of topics including geology, mining engineering, environmental management, and resource economics. Students have the opportunity to gain practical experience through field trips, internships, and research projects, preparing them for successful careers in the global mineral resources industry. The AMRD course at TU Bergakademie Freiberg is highly regarded for its academic excellence and industry relevance.
Fields of study
Geography & Geology(Earth & Environmental)
Industrial Engineering(Engineering)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for International Master of Science in Advanced Mineral Resources Development (AMRD) at TU Bergakademie Freiberg
English language
IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
Public info
Reading
6
Writing
5.5
Listening
6
Speaking
5.5
Public info
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English language proficiency (TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.0, or equivalent language tests)
Prerequisites
BAdmission requirement
- A first professionally qualifying university degree of at least seven semesters in mining or relevant subject areas (relevant subject areas include in particular mining, tunnelling, geotechnics, mineral processing, applied geosciences, mine surveying and industrial engineering)
- Qualification assessment procedure
Language skills
- TOEFL 80 points (internet-based test), whereby partial performances must be completed with at least the following points (listening 20, reading 18, speaking 17, writing 16) or 550 points (paper-based test) or
- IELTS 6.0, whereby the reading and listening sections must be completed with a score of at least 6.0 and the writing and speaking sections with a score of at least 5.5 or an equivalent test
- Bachelor degree in
- Mineral resources engineering
- Mining
- Mine surveying or
- Mineral processing
Students with a BSc degree from outside of the core field of mining and mineral resources engineering (e.g. Geotechnical Engineering, Tunnelling, Safety Engineering, Applied Geology, Industrial Engineering, etc.) have to take part at a tutorial course prior to the beginning of the programme. The decision about that will be made by the international selection committee during the admission process.
- Proof of English language proficiency by means of a recognized language test (TOEFL or IELTS)
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Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to International Master of Science in Advanced Mineral Resources Development (AMRD)
Programme-specific documents
Application Form (only relevant for international applicants)
Please fill in the form completely!
Proof of academic degree (BSc certificate) and study records (Transcript of Records)
In case the academic degree was not completed at one of the AMRD partner universities, diplomas and study records are to be certified in compliance with the national legislation where the application is submitted.
Proof of English language proficiency by means of a recognised language test (TOEFL, IELTS)
TOEFL with an internet based score of at least 80 points (minimum: Listening 20, Reading 18, Speaking 17, Writing 16) or a paper based score of 550.
IELTS with an overall band score of at least 6.0 (minimum: Reading and Listening 6.0, Writing and Speaking 5.5).
The test should not be older than two years!
Applicants who are English native speakers or graduated from a degree programme with English as the language or instruction are exempt from this regulation!
Letter of Application
Description of the specific motives for the application for the master programme. One page maximum.
CV
Include any subject-relevant work experience and extracurricular activities (two pages maximum)
Chinese and Vietnamese applicants need to submit an APS certificate (Akademische Prüfstelle) along with the application for admission
International Applicants
TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Zulassungsbüro
Akademiestrasse 6
09599 Freiberg
GERMANY
(TU Bergakademie Freiberg only accepts applications which are sent by post and arrive not later than January, 31st. Do not apply by e-mail!)
Please note that the degree programme is offered by the Montanuniversität Leoben. The application process is therefore different from that for TUBAF degree programmes. By clicking the "Apply now"-Button you will receive more information
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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International Applicants
TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Zulassungsbüro
Akademiestrasse 6
09599 Freiberg
GERMANY
(TU Bergakademie Freiberg only accepts applications which are sent by post and arrive not later than January, 31st. Do not apply by e-mail!)
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Tuition
< 1,500 EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
97 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,098 – 15,096 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
Fees (Tuition, Misc. Fees)
Montanuniversität Leoben, Austria:
Student Union Fee (obligatory for every student): € 20,20/semester
Tuition (only for non-EU citizens1! EU citizens and students from AMRD partner universities are exempt): € 726,72
TU Freiberg, Germany:
Enrollment Fee (obligatory for all 4 semesters): € 94,-/semester
Tuition: None
China University of Mining and Technology, Beijing, China:
Registration Fee: RMB500 yuan
Tuition (only for international students! Students from AMRD partner universities are exempt): RMB14400 yuan/semester
National Mining University Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine:
Tuition (only for international students! Students from AMRD partner universites are exempt): € 1000,-/semester
Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran:
Tuition (only for international students! Students from AMRD partner universities are exempt.): € 750,-/semester
Instituto Superior Técnico of Universidade de Lisboa:
Enrollment Fee: € 25,-
Insurance: € 1,15/year
Tuition: € 1.063,47 for Portugese and EU students, € 7.000 for Non-EU students2
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1 Exemptions: Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Yemen, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Kiribati, the Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic), Laos (Democratic People's Republic), Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, the Maldives, Mali, Mauretania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Rwanda, the Solomon Islands, Zambia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania (United Republic), Timor-Leste, Togo, Chad, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Central African Republic
2 Non-EU students can apply for a scholarship equivalent to 50% of the tuition fees
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