The Lowell Program in Economic Geology
The Lowell Program in Economic Geology encompasses education, training and research at all levels related to the geology of mineral resources and related applications. It includes undergraduate courses through graduate degrees, a graduate certificate in mineral resource geology, and continuing education for working professionals. Housed in the Department of Geosciences, it is also closely affiliated with the School of Mining Engineering and Mineral Resources and the Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources.
The Lowell Program in Economic Geology and the Lowell Institute were generously endowed by a gifts from J. David Lowell and his family to the University of Arizona.
What is Economic Geology?
Economic geology is the study and analysis of earth resources – their geologic character, origin and context – and the application of that knowledge to the understanding, assessment, search for, and production of mineral deposits. Not only does economic geology span the entire mining lifecycle from exploration and discovery through development and production to closure and remediation, but it also covers includes the basic geological, chemical, physical, and biological aspects of mineral systems and their application to broader societal topics such as environment, water and policy.
Who should attend?
The purpose of the Lowell Program in Economic Geology is to provide education and training for geologists (and others in the field) who want to further their understanding of mineral resources. This includes traditional undergraduate and graduate students as well as professionals.
What we offer
Undergraduate and advanced graduate programs
Whether you're an undergraduate student, a recent graduate, or a practicing professional, you can advance your training and develop valuable professional skills. We offer a variety of undergraduate and graduate options, including certificates, Master’s, and PhD degrees, to help you reach your goals:
- Accelerated Master's Program in Economic Geology
- Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resource Geology
- Professional Science Master's in Economic Geology (PSM/EG)
- MS and PhD Programs
Field courses
Field courses may include lecture and laboratory activities and typically involve travel to locations around the western U.S. They can be taken for credit or non-credit.
10-Day Economic Geology courses
- Ore Deposits Mapping
- Mineral Deposits Types
- Structural Geology for Exploration and Mine Geologists
Short courses
Short courses are typically 15 hours on a Friday and Saturday and are offered in person and online. They can be taken for credit or non-credit.
Integrated Planning Series:
- Geological Inputs to Integrated Planning
- Metallurgical to Integrated Planning
- Mine Engineering Inputs to Integrated Planning