European Mining Course (EMC)
RWTH Aachen University
Program Overview
The European Mining Course (EMC) is an exchange programme organised by three leading technical universities in Europe: RWTH Aachen University (Germany) Aalto University...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October)
Duration
4 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€45,000 – €75,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Proof of English proficiency Applicants must demonstrate their proficiency in English with an accepted proof of language proficiency. Acceptable English language tests and minimum scores: Cambridge C1 Advanced: A, B or C Cambridge C2 Proficiency: A, B, C or Level C1 IELTS Academic: A minimum overall mark of 6.5, and minimum 5.5 for writing TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test): 92, and minimum 22 for writing TOEFL PDT (Paper-delivered test): reading 22, listening 22, and writing 24 Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A): 62, and 54 for writing An English language test is not required if an applicant has earned a higher education degree in Aalto University, Montanuniversität Leoben or in RWTH Aachen while residing in that country. if an applicant has completed a higher education degree instructed in English at a higher education institution that is physically located in one of the following countries: EU/EEA country, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the United States while residing in that country. if an applicant has completed primary and secondary education in English in: an EU/EEA country, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the United States while residing in that country.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Intake The annual intake of the EMC programme is 30 students. Degree requirements and previous university studies: A BSc degree corresponding to a minimum of 180 ECTS credits is required. Students in their final year of their Bachelor's studies are eligible to apply, provided they complete their Bachelor's degree by 31 July (before the start of the academic year in the coordinating university, Aalto) and submit the degree certificate (and its official translation if needed) by the given deadline. The awarding institution has to be a recognised part of the official national education system of the country, i.e. to be listed as a degree-granting higher education institution by the country where it is located or by a relevant international organisation (such as UNESCO). The applicant's previous university degree could be BSc in Engineering or in Geosciences such as in Mining Engineering, in Resource Engineering, in Geology in Earth Sciences or in Environmental Engineering.
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
IELTS 6.5 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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