Mining & Petroleum Engineering
IUGB School of Science & Engineering

Mining & Petroleum Engineering

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Department of Mining & Petroleum Engineering

Lead responsible resource development in one of Africa's most strategic sectors.

The MPE department offers two distinct BS programs — Mining Engineering and Petroleum Engineering — both designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in Côte d'Ivoire's expanding extraction industries, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and economic impact.

📸 PHOTO: Engineer or student examining core samples or field monitoring equipment in an outdoor or industrial setting

Degree Programs

What you will study and the skills you will develop.

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BS in Mining Engineering

Design safe, efficient mining operations that maximize resource recovery while minimizing environmental impact.

  • Rock Mechanics & Blasting
  • Mine Planning & Design
  • Ground Control & Safety
  • Mineral Processing & Valuation
  • Mining Automation & Technology
📚 Minor available: Mining Management Business and leadership skills for mining operations management.
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BS in Petroleum Engineering

Specialize in the exploration, extraction, and production of oil and gas resources for safe and efficient hydrocarbon recovery.

  • Reservoir Engineering & Analysis
  • Drilling & Well Completion
  • Production Operations & Optimization
  • Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
  • Petroleum Economics & Risk Assessment
📚 Minor available: Petroleum Data Analytics Combine petroleum engineering with data science for optimized resource analysis.

Why Choose This Program at IUGB?

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International Standards

Programs benchmarked against ABET accreditation criteria and international industry requirements.

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Strategic Partnerships

Direct connections with major mining and petroleum companies operating in West Africa.

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Economic Impact

Contribute directly to national development through skills in Côte d'Ivoire's key export sectors.

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Specialist Facilities

Rock mechanics labs, fluid analysis equipment, and petroleum reservoir simulation tools.

Program at a Glance

120+ Total Credit Hours
4 Years to Graduate
2 Degree Tracks
ABET Standards Benchmark

Power Africa's resource future.

Visit IUGB-SSE and see the labs and faculty behind one of West Africa's most career-focused engineering programs.