The information and program qualifications related to the Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science Program, under the Department of Mining Engineering of the Faculty of Mines, are summarized below.
Information About The Program
Mining engineering is an engineering discipline concerned with the exploration, evaluation, and extraction of underground resources such as metallic minerals, coal, and industrial minerals in accordance with economic, environmental, and occupational safety principles. The discipline covers the planning and design of underground and surface mining operations as well as production processes including excavation, ground support, ventilation, haulage, and mineral processing.
The Mining Engineering Department at Istanbul Technical University aims to educate mining engineers who possess strong analytical thinking skills, technical competence, environmental awareness, and professional ethics. The program provides a comprehensive education covering both fundamental engineering sciences and specialized areas such as mining methods, rock mechanics, mine ventilation, mineral processing, mining economics, and occupational health and safety.
The vision of the department is to maintain educational standards comparable to internationally recognized mining engineering programs and to contribute to the sustainable development of the mining industry.
Mining engineering education in Türkiye was first established at Istanbul Technical University in 1953. Since then, the department has educated a large number of mining engineers who have made significant contributions to the mining industry. Students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering.
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Program Profile
The aim of the Mining Engineering Undergraduate Program at Istanbul Technical University is to educate qualified mining engineers who are capable of contributing to the exploration, planning, extraction, and sustainable management of mineral resources in a safe and efficient manner. The program provides a comprehensive education covering both fundamental engineering sciences and core areas of mining engineering such as mining methods, rock mechanics, mine ventilation, mineral processing, mining economics, and occupational health and safety.
The program aims to develop students’ abilities to analyze engineering problems, design effective solutions, utilize modern engineering tools, and work effectively in multidisciplinary environments. In addition, the program emphasizes environmental responsibility, sustainable mining practices, and professional ethics.
Graduates of the program are expected to possess the knowledge and competencies required to work in mining operations, natural resource management, public institutions, research organizations, and engineering consulting companies related to the mining industry.
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Program Learning Environments
The Mining Engineering Undergraduate Program is structured to provide diverse learning environments where students can integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Courses are mainly delivered in classroom settings using modern teaching methods covering both fundamental engineering subjects and specialized mining engineering topics.
Throughout the program, students gain practical experience through laboratory studies in areas such as rock mechanics, mineral processing, mining methods, and mine ventilation. Computer-based learning environments are also widely used, allowing students to utilize engineering software for mine planning, production design, ventilation modeling, and numerical analysis.
The program places strong emphasis on field experience. Through mandatory internships, students have the opportunity to observe real mining operations and gain professional experience in both underground and surface mines. Technical field trips, seminars by industry professionals, and applied project work are also important components of the learning process.
In the final year, students complete a graduation project in which they analyze and develop engineering solutions for real-world mining problems, thereby strengthening their professional competencies.
YKS Quotas, Student Success Ranking, Minimum and Maximum Scores for the Last Five Years
Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English)
| Year | Point Type | Qoata | Min Point | Max Point
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| 2019 | SAY | 60 | 337,97118 | 394,47321 |
| 2020 | SAY | 60 | 388,73196 | 474,45424 |
| 2021 | SAY | 60 | 334,12498 | 378,56383 |
| 2022 | SAY | 60 | 408,54702 | 482,35486 |
| 2023 | SAY | 50 | 422,62840 | 489,15041 |
| 2024 | SAY | 40 | 408,27262 | 443,06748 |
| 2025 | SAY | 40 | 431,56899 | 462,85164 |
| Year | Lowest Success Ranking | Heighest Success Ranking | Average Success Ranking |
| 2019 | 126071 | 69082 | 110437 |
| 2020 | 111139 | 34143 | 86886 |
| 2021 | 111098 | 62313 | 100172 |
| 2022 | 96749 | 29912 | 85534 |
| 2023 | 84889 | 25837 | 72107 |
| 2024 | 74165 | 43736 | 64518 |
| 2025 | 63804 | 35046 | 57569 |
Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English) Graph of Minimum and Maximum Scores by Year
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Accreditation
ITU Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science Program program accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC).
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Program Educational Objectives
1. To educate mining engineers who possess the knowledge and skills required to work in underground and surface mining operations, tunneling projects, natural resource management, and related sectors of the mining industry.
2. To prepare graduates who are capable of analyzing complex mining engineering problems, developing effective solutions, and making sound engineering decisions while pursuing professional careers in industry, public institutions, or academia.
3. To contribute to the development and implementation of modern mining technologies that improve productivity, safety, and quality of life in regions where mining activities take place.
4. To educate engineers who conduct mining activities in accordance with environmental protection, occupational health and safety principles, sustainability, and professional ethics.
Measurement and Evaluation
Student success is evaluated in consideration of Articles 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25 of the Istanbul Technical University Undergraduate Education and Training Regulation.
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Internship
This program 45 days contains mandatory intership.
Graduation Requirements
The Awarded Degree and Title
Degree : Bachelor of Science Title : Mining Engineering
Program Employment Opportunities
A Mining Engineer is defined as an expert on prospection, exploration, extraction-production, exploitation-operation-management, beneficiation and marketing of metallic mineral (ore), industrial mineral and coal deposits by using different methods. In addition, a Mining Engineer should have some knowledge about operational management, economy, health and safety, environment, legislative issues and politics. Mining Engineering is a multi-disciplined occupation requiring a very wide range of knowledge from different disciplines including mechanical, geological, geophysical, mineral processing, metallurgy, electric, environment, computer science, manufacturing, planning, management, marketing, and so on. This feature of the Mining Engineering provides for many job opportunities on different fields.
Graduates of Mining Engineering Department would find carrier opportunities in Turkish Coal Enterprise, Turkish Hard Coal Enterprise, Eti Mining Enterprise, General Directorate of Mineral Research and Exploration, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Turkish Iron and Steel Enterprise, General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works, General Directorate of Highways, Universities, Vocational Institutes, Ceramics-Glass-Cement Plants, private mining companies, marble and natural stone mining companies, tunneling and metro constructions, road and dam constructions, mining related consultancy-engineering and technical supervisory and similar fields.
Number of Graduates
Mining Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English) Graduate Statistics (Last Five Years)
| Year | Number of Graduates |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 56 |
Program Outcomes
P.O.1 an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
P.O.2 an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
P.O.3 an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
P.O.4 an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
P.O.5 an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
P.O.6 an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
P.O.7 an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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