Industrial and Environmental Safety

Do you aspire to tackle large-scale challenges in industrial and environmental safety and support the international success of national corporations? Become a versatile specialist across various industrial sectors and unlock your creative potential.

The Industrial and Environmental Safety track emphasizes the technologies of mining operations, preparing you to lead mining enterprises and develop their strategic direction. You will work with cutting-edge scientific equipment in MISIS University labs and partner institutions, including the RAS Research Center for Geodynamics and geoecology of the Mineral Resources. As part of university research teams, you’ll help solve real-world tasks in mining enterprises, regulatory bodies, and scientific organizations.

For over 100 years, we have trained specialists in coal industry and mining safety — graduating 65,000 mining engineers, and over 250 candidates and doctors of science. Our department has published half of all Russian textbooks in aerology and rock safety! Our scientists serve as faculty, with over 100 patents and numerous state awards.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

5,5 years of study

Full-time education in Russian

College of Mining

Major # 21.05.04
Mining

Приемная комиссия

Мария Александровна Баранова

Руководитель приемной комиссии

+7 495 638-46-78

+7 495 638-30-78

Адрес: г. Москва, Ленинский проспект, д. 4

vopros@misis.ru

Key Disciplines

Teachers

Nina Olegovna Kaledina

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Safety and Ecology of Mining Production

Research interests: mine aerology and aerogasdynamics, occupational safety management, system design of mining enterprises.

+7 499 230-27-30
n.kaledina@misis.ru

Valentina Alexandrovna Malashkina

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Safety and Ecology of Mining Production

Research interests: methane problems in coal mines. Degassing of coal and shale mines. System design of degassing installations for coal mines.

+7 499 230-27-30
malashkina.va@misis.ru

Andrian Sergeevich Batugin

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Safety and Ecology of Mining Production

Research interests: problems of geodynamic safety, rock bursts and man-made seismicity.

+7 499 230-25-56
batugin.as@misis.ru

Sergey Sergeevich Kobylkin

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Safety and Ecology of Mining Production

Research interests: ventilation of mines, pits, underground structures and quarries; mine rescue; history of mining; computer modeling of aerogasdynamic processes; system design of ventilation of mining enterprises.

+7 499 230-25-56
kobylkin.s@misis.ru

Sergey Viktorovich Slastunov

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Safety and Ecology of Mining Production, Senior Researcher

Research Interests: methane safety of coal mines, formation degassing of high-gas-bearing, hazardous coal seams.

+7 499 230-25-56

Alexander Viktorovich Myaskov

Doctor of Economics, Professor, Head of the College of Mining

Research interests: environmental economics; economic features of preserving biodiversity and natural ecosystems in industrial regions; mining ecology; development of normative and methodological support for subsoil use in the system of the mineral resource complex; development of a system of specially protected natural areas.

+7 499 230-25-28
myaskov@misis.ru

Olga Vasilyevna Skopintseva

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Technosphere Safety

Research interests: aerology of mining enterprises, dust explosion safety of coal mines, aerological risks in coal mines, assessment of the impact of heavy hydrocarbons on the fire hazard of coal mines.

+7 499 230-24-44
skopintseva.ov@misis.ru

Sergey Vladimirovich Balovtsev

Ph.D. in Engineering, Associate Professor of the Department of Technosphere Safety

Research interests: assessment of aerological risks of mining enterprises. Assessment and forecasting of accident risks at mining enterprises. Risk management systems during construction and operation of underground structures in megacities. Ensuring geomechanical safety of mining operations. Technologies for training personnel in the field of industrial safety management.

+7 499 230-25-56
balovtsev.sv@misis.ru

Professions

  • Mining Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Technical Engineering Specialist in Mining and Related Industries
  • Research Scientist
  • Safety Inspection Specialist
  • Auditor
  • Expert Analyst

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Other programs

Geotechnologies for Subsoil Exploitation

Want to become a mining engineer involved in the exploration and extraction of mineral resources? Interested in learning how to develop and apply resource extraction technologies without harming the environment? Learn how to manage mining enterprises?

You will become a specialist in the design and operation of modern mining enterprises. You’ll learn how to ensure the full cycle of mineral extraction, maintain industrial and environmental safety, and achieve high techno-economic efficiency.

The primary goal of this track is to train mining engineers to meet international standards through close collaboration with leading mining enterprises. With the integration of digital technology platforms into the curriculum, you’ll be able to conveniently manage your class schedule and even work while studying.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

Underground Construction

Do you know why underground urban infrastructure is becoming a promising field? Experts predict that within five years, some megacities will reach populations of 19 to 30 million, necessitating extensive underground development for livability.

You will learn to design underground structures and mining facilities using IT technologies. You’ll discover how to address scientific and practical challenges in underground urban development. You’ll also undertake internships and field training at mining enterprises in Russia and at unique construction sites — such as metros, underground parking garages, gas and oil storage facilities, road and rail tunnels, and expansive underground shopping and recreational complexes.

After graduating in Underground Construction, you will be qualified for engineering and managerial roles in the mineral resource sector or become an expert in the construction of urban underground facilities, shafts, mines, and other mining-industrial enterprises.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

Mine Surveying

Do you want to become indispensable to construction, mining, and oil & gas enterprises? A mine surveyor plans and oversees all stages of underground construction and mineral extraction using advanced electronic and laser instruments, digital tools, UAVs (drones), GNSS (satellite) equipment, and specialized software.

In this track, you’ll follow industry expert-designed programs, work in the department’s laboratory facilities, and complete surveying, geological, and mine surveying practicums during the summer. You’ll learn to support the exploration and rational use of Earth’s subsurface, organize activities for mining enterprises, control technological impact on ecology, and carry out a full range of engineeringwork in civil and industrial construction.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

Mineral Processing

Did you know that human civilization’s history is intrinsically linked to mining? Would you like to use physical and chemical principles to extract valuable components from mineral raw materials? Become a specialist in geometallurgy — a versatile profession in demand not just in mining, but also in metallurgy, chemistry, food production, nuclear energy, biology, and medicine.

During your full-time studies in Mineral Processing, you will participate in research projects with industrial partners like Nornickel and Metalloinvest, gaining valuable hands-on experience to launch your career. After graduation, you’ll be qualified to work in mining and metallurgical corporations, research institutes, universities, government agencies, customs, environmental services, and finance—industrial corporations. Your competitive edge will include skills in managing utilization and processing of industrial and solid waste.

Over more than 100 years, we have trained over 8,000 specialists in mineral processing and beneficiation! Our faculty have published 140 textbooks and monographs used widely in Russia and internationally. In the past five years, our institute published over 400 scientific papers and received several government awards and honors!

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

Electrotechnical Systems, Machines, and Equipment for Mining Enterprises

Electrical energy powers the foreseeable future. It’s essential for designing electrotechnical systems, robotic mining machinery with energy-saving electric drives, digital substations, microprocessor control devices, protection and signaling systems.

If you’re interested in designing such systems, ensuring safe and comfortable conditions in mineral resource facilities and underground infrastructure in megacities, this track will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to handle complex technical challenges in metro construction, underground infrastructure, and critical facilities — even in emergencies.

You’ll learn to develop mining machinery and equipment, design electrical systems, energy-efficient power supplies, and implement systemic energy resource management to enhance energy efficiency.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.

Mining and Geological Information Systems

This track blends information systems and mining engineering — offered exclusively at NUST MISIS! You’ll become a unique expert in digitalizing the mining and geological sector. The program includes extended internships (at least six months) at leading enterprises. You’ll work on projects for geological support in subsurface utilization and IT implementation in the extractive industry, tailored to our industrial partners’ needs. Your competitive advantage will be expertise in mining-geological information systems and automated complexes.

Upon graduation, you’ll be able to oversee extraction and processing, plan mining operations, and design modern mining enterprises that ensure resource completeness and industrial and environmental safety.

Duration of the program: 5,5 years. Full-time education in Russian.