Following are the main aims and objectives of the project.

1. Establish / strengthen MSc and PhD program within Rock and Tunnel Engineering
2. Capacity buildup of IoE-WRC faculties/staff through PhD research and training
3. Establish rock engineering laboratory for the enhancement of education and research
4. Provide teaching help from IGP in order to implement the MSc program
5. Establish solid base for future sustainability of the MSc program
6. Establish solid base for student exchange and future research collaboration