Program Overview

Overview

Mine and engineering surveying is a specialized area within engineering and science that plays a vital role in the resources industry and related infrastructure development. The program covers the scientific principles, methods, and advanced technologies of surveying, including GPS, drones, and other industry innovations.

Course Structure

The program is a three-year full-time or equivalent part-time study, with the first two years completed at Curtin Perth campus and the third year completed at Curtin's WA School of Mines in Kalgoorlie. The course consists of 600 credits, with 200 credits per year, and 100 credits per semester.

Admission Criteria

• ATAR Pathway: Minimum ATAR of 70, with Mathematics Applications ATAR as a prerequisite.
• Alternative Pathways: UniReady Enabling Program, Certificate IV + English Competency, Indigenous applicant, and STAT entry.
• English Requirements: IELTS Academic with a minimum overall band score of 6, and minimum scores of 6 in writing, speaking, reading, and listening.

Fees and Scholarships

• Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees: $7,600 (2025 fee year), with a Commonwealth supported place available.
• **Fees are subject to change and do not include incidental fees or textbook costs.

Location

The program is offered at Curtin Perth and Curtin's WA School of Mines in Kalgoorlie.

How to Apply

Applications can be made through TISC for Semester 1, 2025, or through other dates. Registered agents can access the Agent Portal for more information.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as engineering surveyors or mine site surveyors in the construction, regional development, resources and energy, and mining and minerals industries.

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including surveying principles, concepts, and methods, as well as the application of technologies to mine and engineering surveying tasks and applications.

Why Study Mine and Engineering Surveying at Curtin?

• World-ranked global university: Curtin ranks in the top 1% of universities in the world.
• Advanced technologies: Gain skills in using GPS, drones, and other industry innovations.
• Study in a major WA mining region: Experience Curtin's world-renowned WA School of Mines in the heart of Western Australia's Goldfields region.