Morocco’s mining schools sign new deal to match skills with jobs

A new agreement on Morocco mining education signed in Rabat aims to bring university degrees closer to real labour market needs and give young engineers clearer career prospects.

Morocco mining education: what to know

The European Federation of Schools (FEDE), the Federation of Mineral Industry (FDIM) and iTechBTP have signed a partnership during the third International Mining Congress, held in the capital from 6 to 8 October 2026.

The agreement seeks to adapt mining training programmes to the Moroccan job market. It also matters for families living abroad who are considering returning to Morocco or investing in the mining sector, which requires highly skilled profiles.

The document was signed by FEDE president Claude Vivier Le Got, FDIM president Mohammed Cherrat and iTechBTP director Rachid Eddihi.

Two existing degrees at the core of the reform

The partnership builds on two programmes already offered by iTechBTP, a member of the FEDE network:

• the European Bachelor in Mining Operations;
• the European Master in Mining Engineering.

These degrees, accredited by FEDE, combine theoretical teaching with practical skills. The goal is clear: align Morocco mining education with international standards while staying closely connected to conditions on Moroccan mine sites.

To do this, FDIM will regularly pass on the skills needs expressed by its member companies. This feedback should help adjust course content to employers’ expectations and to the evolution of mining professions.

Stronger links between students and companies

The agreement goes beyond curriculum design. It also aims to strengthen direct ties between students and mining professionals.

FDIM commits to making it easier, through its members, to access:

• internships in companies;
• visits to mining sites;
• the participation of professionals in exam boards;
• the dissemination of recruitment opportunities.

For young graduates, including those from Moroccan families abroad who plan a career in Morocco, these mechanisms could reduce uncertainty when entering the job market.

New degrees and lifelong learning in the pipeline

Beyond the existing programmes, the three partners plan to create new degrees, certifications and continuing education schemes.

This future offer will target both students and professionals already in the workforce. Some modules could interest engineers and managers living overseas who want to strengthen their expertise before a move back or a project in Morocco’s mining sector.

FEDE will play a central role in accrediting and monitoring academic quality. It will support content development and bring the international reach of its school and company network.

FDIM will remain the main contact for mining operators, ensuring that Morocco mining education stays aligned with technology trends, safety regulations and environmental requirements.

A signal for confidence and investment plans

For Moroccans living abroad who closely follow economic signals from home, this agreement shows a push to upgrade local skills.

A mining industry with better qualified profiles can support confidence, whether for investment projects, professional return plans or study choices for children.

The practical impact of the agreement on jobs will have to be measured over time. Economic players and families interested in the sector will be watching how it translates into real opportunities for young people and new careers.

To prepare any return or investment project in Moroccan mining regions, Moroccans abroad can use official resources and practical guides available online, including information from public institutions and sector organisations.

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