European Mining Course
Description of the programme
The European Mining Course (EMC) is an internationally recognised triple degree masters programme. The two-year (120 credits) programme is organized jointly by three European universities: Aalto University, RWTH Aachen, and Technical University of Leoben. At Aalto University, the programme is offered jointly by the School of Engineering and the School of Chemical Engineering.
The European Mining Course (EMC) is a Master degree which covers every aspect of the life cycle of mineral resources. Our partner universities provide the highest level of mining education through a structured, flexible exchange. The EMC is based on the expertise of the partner universities within Mining and Minerals Engineering. The focus of the programme is to provide state-of-the-art education in the fields of mining engineering by means of environmentally and economically sustainable systems and technologies, including circular economy.
Prior to 2023, the programme was called Master's Programme in European Mining, Minerals and Environmental Programme (EMMEP). As of 2023, the programme continues with the name European Mining Course.
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News
Student exchange in Europe? Unite! can take you there
Aalto is a member of Unite!, a European university alliance that gives students the opportunity to internationalise their degrees both online and in-person. Join the webinar to find out more.
Exchange studies abroad - info sessions in the School of Chemical Engineering
Dates for exchange study information sessions for the autumn term 2026
Apply É«É«À² International Talent Program 28th September - 4th October
The programme brings together international students and Finnish companies through group mentoring.
Mind & Study - toolbox for being well in studies (3cr) coming up
Popular course "Mind & Study - toolbox for being well in studies" will be organized in Finnish, English and Swedish in the 2nd and 4th period!Events
Take it or leave it – a recycling event open to all
Welcome to the autum 2026 Recycling Event!
New beginnings event in Otaniemi 22.9.
Tervetuloa Uudenmaan Marttojen Uusia alkuja -tapahtumaan! Tule hakemaan itsellesi maksutta hyväkuntoisia käytettyjä keittiötarvikkeita ja kuulemaan marttojen parhaat vinkit kestävään ja sujuvaan opiskelija-arkeen.
Beat the Blues: Living in Finland
Beat the Blues event in September is dedicated to sharing insights about living in Finland.
Info session: What is Aalto International Talent Program and How to join
The Aalto International Talent group mentoring programme gives international students a chance to network and get first-hand information about Finnish working life and work culture.European Mining Course, Master of Science (Technology)
European Mining Course offers a unique international study experience at three top universities.
Tuition fees
The programme has a joint programme fee as of intake 2026. For intakes 2023, 2024, and 2025, the programme followed the tuition fee policy of each participating university.
For intake 2026, the programme fee is 17,000 EUR and applies to non-EU/EEA citizens with certain exceptions, according to Finnish legislation.
For intakes 2023 and 2024 (right to study started on or before August 2024), the Aalto University tuition fee is 7,500 EUR / term (15,000 EUR / academic year).
For intake 2025 (right to study started on or after 1 August 2025), the Aalto University tuition fee is 8,500 EUR / term (17,000 EUR / academic year).
For more information, please see the Tuition fees and scholarships webpage in the Student Guide.
Participation costs and fees will be charged according to the university regulations at the Partner Universities.