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Swedish School of Mines (Education, Research,
and Infrastructure)
Saeed Chehreh Chelgani, Jan Rosenkranz
Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering, Swedish School of Mines, Department of Civil,
Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden
ABSTRACT: Sweden is the third largest mining European country after Russia and Turkey. Luleå University
of Technology (LTU) is Sweden’s mining university. As a new structure within LTU, the Swedish School of
Mines combines research, education, and infrastructure across the entire value chain of minerals and metal
productions (Mineral to metal value chain). Within the framework of the Swedish School of Mines, several
master’s and engineering programs, as well as a new international bachelor’s program, are offered. The latter
gives students knowledge of the entire value chain in the mining industry and eligibility for in-depth studies
within the master’s programs.
INTRODUCTION
Mining is a cornerstone of modern society, underpinning
industries ranging from manufacturing to technology. The
seamless transition from extracting minerals to refining
them into essential metals defines the mining value chain.
In Sweden, the largest European country, the commit-
ment to sustainable practices and resource management
underscores the importance of education, research, and
instruction in the mining sector. The Swedish School of
Mines (SSM) at the Luleå University of Technology (LTU)
emerges as a crucial institution shaping the next generation
of mining professionals (Figure 1).
BACHELOR: BUILDING THE
FOUNDATION
At the undergraduate level, aspiring mining professionals
embark on a journey that lays the groundwork for under-
standing the intricacies of the mining value chain. SSM’s
Bachelor’s program is a comprehensive and rigorous curric-
ulum covering geology, mineral processing, and metallurgy.
This foundational knowledge equips students with a holis-
tic understanding of the mining process, preparing them
for the industry’s challenges.
One significant aspect of SSM’s bachelor program is
the support it receives from LKAB, one of the largest min-
ing companies globally. LKAB’s funding and scholarships
validate the program’s quality and ensure deserving stu-
dents have the financial support they need. This commit-
ment reflects the symbiotic relationship between academia
and industry, a key theme in Sweden’s approach to mining
education (Figure 2).
MASTER: SPECIALIZATION AND
INNOVATION
As students progress to the master’s level, they delve into
specialized aspects of the mining value chain, choosing
from a range of master’s programs offered by SSM. These
programs cover critical areas such as mineral economics,
sustainable mining, and advanced metallurgy. The emphasis
Swedish School of Mines (Education, Research,
and Infrastructure)
Saeed Chehreh Chelgani, Jan Rosenkranz
Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering, Swedish School of Mines, Department of Civil,
Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden
ABSTRACT: Sweden is the third largest mining European country after Russia and Turkey. Luleå University
of Technology (LTU) is Sweden’s mining university. As a new structure within LTU, the Swedish School of
Mines combines research, education, and infrastructure across the entire value chain of minerals and metal
productions (Mineral to metal value chain). Within the framework of the Swedish School of Mines, several
master’s and engineering programs, as well as a new international bachelor’s program, are offered. The latter
gives students knowledge of the entire value chain in the mining industry and eligibility for in-depth studies
within the master’s programs.
INTRODUCTION
Mining is a cornerstone of modern society, underpinning
industries ranging from manufacturing to technology. The
seamless transition from extracting minerals to refining
them into essential metals defines the mining value chain.
In Sweden, the largest European country, the commit-
ment to sustainable practices and resource management
underscores the importance of education, research, and
instruction in the mining sector. The Swedish School of
Mines (SSM) at the Luleå University of Technology (LTU)
emerges as a crucial institution shaping the next generation
of mining professionals (Figure 1).
BACHELOR: BUILDING THE
FOUNDATION
At the undergraduate level, aspiring mining professionals
embark on a journey that lays the groundwork for under-
standing the intricacies of the mining value chain. SSM’s
Bachelor’s program is a comprehensive and rigorous curric-
ulum covering geology, mineral processing, and metallurgy.
This foundational knowledge equips students with a holis-
tic understanding of the mining process, preparing them
for the industry’s challenges.
One significant aspect of SSM’s bachelor program is
the support it receives from LKAB, one of the largest min-
ing companies globally. LKAB’s funding and scholarships
validate the program’s quality and ensure deserving stu-
dents have the financial support they need. This commit-
ment reflects the symbiotic relationship between academia
and industry, a key theme in Sweden’s approach to mining
education (Figure 2).
MASTER: SPECIALIZATION AND
INNOVATION
As students progress to the master’s level, they delve into
specialized aspects of the mining value chain, choosing
from a range of master’s programs offered by SSM. These
programs cover critical areas such as mineral economics,
sustainable mining, and advanced metallurgy. The emphasis