Course e Summ mary & A Annual R Report F FEMP 2 011 - 20 012

Pawel Kalka – Wroclaw University of Technology
This course was the best adventure in my life. The things I
experienced were both entertaining and educative. Courses
were balanced and well divided into different countries. The
cities we explored during the course were simply amazing.
The people that I met are the most interesting people I have
met so far. The whole course is an unforgettable experience
and if you are considering participation you shouldn't
hesitate. Cheers to all of my friends and the people who
helped me during the course.
Karabo Ngwanaamohto – University of Exeter
I Am really happy to have been in this course because it was
really an eye opener for me. Meet different lectures
throughout the course and they all made me to look at my
future profession from different perspectives. We had so
many interesting excursions also, which also helped to learn
how the EU countries do their mining industry and also a lot
of historical places. And I am grateful that I would not only
use the knowledge I got from this course but also the ideas I
picked up in the excursions to do something good wherever I
will work. The group mates have really been so nice and they
made the course interesting too. Lastly I would like to thank
the companies who sponsors some of our fees, it is really a
life time opportunity.
Eva Radanyi – University of Miskolc
When I first heard about this program, I really wanted to join.
I liked the topics and the idea of studying in 5 different
countries in Europe and meeting people from 4 different
continents. But when the date became closer and closer I
was more and more stressed about the unknown. It was
about leaving my country for really long time, and
maybe about having social difficulties etc. But later it turned
out that I do not have to worry about these kind of things, I
had nice relationships even friendships since the start, and
we did both good things, and went through difficulties
together. This program helped me to open a new boundary, I
mean to be open for the new. But probably the most
important thing for me is that now I know much more about
the world, about people, and about myself. It was a great
experience!
Seeletso Maobi – University of Exeter
I really enjoyed my time in the EGEC program. It’s been a
fascinating experience; very rare to do one course in four
universities both in different countries. My delight is having
the opportunity to learn other cultures, honestly I did not think
we will be united based on the fact that we had different
backgrounds from different countries. The modules offered in
the different universities gave me a different perspective, all
of them satisfied my expectations. Also the my main highlight
is the different excursions which are part of the EGEC
course. I had the opportunity to see different mining
operations and different technologies in all the excursions. I
recommend the course to those who like traveling and
studying at the same time. This how I can summarize the
course: Fun-Learn--Travel--Study.
Ifeanyi Ukwuoma – EMMEP Student (Nigeria)
The EGEC program has been a memorable one for me!
Been my first experience outside Africa, I was able to get a
first-hand experience of various European countries. I
enjoyed the cycling in Holland, the Excursions in Poland and
the British System of Learning. It has really been
a privilege studying with colleagues from across the globe
and I am so grateful to Hans Ruiter and His Colleagues for
such a rare opportunity.
Course Summary and Annual Report FEMP 2011-2012
Hanne Vanhaekendover – Delft University of Technology
To describe this year I would like to start with a few numbers:
9 months, 5 universities, 15 students, 10 nationalities. In 9
months’ time we studied at 5 different universities. At each
university we learned a lot during classes as well as during
the numerous excursions. We got to visit several
underground and open pit mines and in the CSM test mine
we even gained some hands on experience in drilling and
mucking. During our spare time we were able to experience
the different (miners) traditions of the countries and to visit
cities like Amsterdam, London, Budapest and Vienna. But
what makes the year really unforgettable are the 14 friends I
made. I would also like to use this opportunity to thank the
group and everybody who was involved in the course for the
great year.
Akos Kiss – University of Miskolc
For me it was incredible luck being a member in the EGEC
course. During the course I received the opportunity to study
and live in five different countries together with other
students from different nations and with different cultural
background. I studied, experienced and travelled along the
whole of Europe and I had an opportunity to meet fantastic
people. Overall I can say it was an amazing year I am very
grateful for. The excursions gave better understanding for the
subjects and the real work. I would like to thank FEMP and
the industry partners for making all of this possible.
Els Wijermars – Delft University of Technology
Being part of 2011-2012 EGEC has been a great experience
to me. Besides everything we were taught in the fields of
mining, geotechnics and environmental studies, the
excursions in the different countries gave a good insight to
how theoretical knowledge is applied in practice. It was also
nice to experience how 5 different universities in 5 different
countries have their differences in educational approach, but
there were a lot of similarities as well. My TU Delft
background in Applied Earth Sciences provided a solid base
for all aspects of the EGEC courses. Furthermore it was very
interesting and a lot of fun to study, travel and spend free
time in a group with 10 different nationalities. The schedule
allowed enough time for cultural activities and daytrips, which
gives a unique opportunity to get to know the hosting
countries in two months’ time. Thinking back of the the
countless memories and things I learned this year, I can
conclude that EGEC has been a very valuable experience.
Rodrigo Embile – EMMEP student (Philippines)
Who would have thought that within a year, I could visit at
least six European countries, study in five universities, and
basically live with fourteen other amazing students with nine
nationalities while pursuing a Master’s degree? The past ten
months was a blast that this impression is simply not enough
to compliment all the learning, friends and memories I have
gained. In my opinion, the EGEC program is a well-rounded
course for those aiming to work in the fields of mining and
environment sector. Coming from the mining sector, I must
say that it is commendable in integrating geotechnical and
environmental engineering to the concept of extractive
mineral industry. Personally, the program did not just
improve my technical knowledge about these subjects but
also develop my social skills especially in an international
atmosphere. Needless to say, this experience is already an
asset for my future career. I am quite satisfied and grateful to
all the courses, excursions, professors and events for this
year’s EGEC. Hats off to the people and organizations
behind this program.
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