With a growing concern for pollution because of the mineral extraction process, more engineers and students are focused on the development of safer mining practices. The study of mining engineering, therefore, can be considered the practice of embracing both science and technology to develop more efficient and sustainable mining processes.

Peru is a good and cheap place to embark on Spanish courses (once you are there), especially in the capital, Lima. Peru is the third largest country in South America with a diverse climate having different habitats like the coast, jungle and highlands. Highest ranking university is Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú in Lima.

A master’s program is a focused degree that requires about two years of classwork, research, and possibly a thesis paper to earn. This advanced program of study allows students to further specialize their schooling in an area that interests them.