Mining and Minerals Engineering Abroad
Programs for Mining and Minerals Engineering
Department Contact: Dr. Nino Ripepi, nino.ripepi@vt.edu
Featured Virginia Tech Faculty-Led
Mining Field Study in Colombia (non-credit)
Location: Medellin, Colombia
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish
Program Terms: Fall or spring (1 week)
Academic standing: Senior year
Visit mines and laboratories in Colombia in coordination with local faculty at the National University of Colombia in Medellin. Observe mining health and safety practices and study cultural differences in mining practices; special topics may also include mining rehabilitation.
Featured Virginia Tech Exchange
University of New South Wales
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Location: Sydney, Australia
Language of Instruction: English
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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