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The Master of Earth and Energy Resources Leadership is training future leaders in the natural resource industry.
Designed for mining and energy students and mid-level career professionals with diverse experience, the MEERL program combines flexibility with depth. It enables you to explore the technical, social, environmental and business aspects of today’s energy challenges while continuing to advance your career. Through an interdisciplinary approach and carefully selected courses, MEERL offers a cultivated and purposeful experience.
With part-time delivery and courses accessed primarily online, you can continue working from anywhere in the world and join us in Canada for in-person sessions.
MEERL is taught in the Geological Science and Geological Engineering Department – one of the Top 3 Geology Departments in the country according to Maclean’s, and Queen’s was ranked 1st in Canada and 6th globally in the Times Higher Education 2025 Impact Rankings.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
We cover topics such as natural resource management and sustainable energy engineering from a leadership perspective. You’ll gain the skills to tackle the most challenging technical, economic, political, ethical, social, and environmental questions regarding the future of the earth and its resources.
HOW YOU'LL LEARN
Online delivery and small class sizes provide maximum flexibility for you to achieve your goals while managing your work and personal life. You’ll apply learned tools in real time to your career as you move through the courses, and have the flexibility to choose electives and assignments that match your interests.
WHO YOU'LL LEARN WITH
Learn from renowned teaching staff from a variety of faculties. Interface with industry leaders serving as adjunct faculty, guest lectures, and advisors for projects. Be surrounded by like-minded classmates who are driven individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
HOW MEERL
BENEFITS YOU
MEERL will distinguish you from your colleagues and give you the boost to get to the next stage of your career.
Through this program, you will:
LEAD THE WAY
Study problems specific to the energy and mineral industry and learn to take an interdisciplinary approach to understand the issues from different perspectives.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK
Study alongside highly motivated peers with wide-ranging professional experience and perspectives.
BECOME A CONFIDENT LEADER
Leadership development is embedded throughout the program, giving you ongoing opportunities to lead teams and projects and strengthen your interpersonal skills.
BUILD YOUR RESUME
A master's degree will open new doors. A master's degree from Queen's will open even more. Some of the largest resource-sector companies in the world pursue Queen's Geology graduates.
Student Testimonial
"The MEERL program was a transformative experience. It allowed me to bridge technical expertise with leadership and strategic decision-making. Every day in my current role, I apply the program’s lessons on stakeholder engagement, economics, and sustainability, ensuring we are innovating responsibly in the carbon markets."
Gerald Ouellette | Climate and Energy Policy Lead | DOW
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