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Geotechnical Engineering | Mining Engineering | Mining Technology
Area of study
Engineering
Course Language
English
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Program Overview


Mining Engineering Major (M ProEng)

Overview

This course is designed for graduates from a four-year Engineering undergraduate degree not accredited by Engineers Australia in a related discipline.


The course is not suitable for graduates of a four-year undergraduate degree, with Engineers Australia accreditation in the same discipline. Those holding an EA accredited qualification and seeking a masters level qualification in the same discipline are encouraged to consider applying for entry to the Master of Philosophy or Master of Engineering Management.


Applicants seeking entry who do not hold a four year Engineering degree are required to first complete the one-year Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering.


This major provides comprehensive knowledge in mining engineering including mineral exploration, mine planning, development and management. You will learn about both theoretical and practical principles of mining engineering including the concept of smart mining using advanced data analytics and robotics applications in the mining industry.


During the course, you will learn various aspects of mining engineering with the sophisticated curriculum including, but not limited to, mining methods, resources estimation, geomechanics, mine planning and feasibility study, ventilation, rock excavation, mine management, digital applications, future mining and sustainability.


Our course provides extensive opportunities for integration with the mining industry through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) embedded in each unit.


In the final year, you will undertake a research project over two-semesters. This project unit is designed with the aim to encapsulate all course learning outcomes and expose students to solve challenging mining engineering problems.


This major sits within the Master of Professional Engineering degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Master of Professional Engineering.


What jobs can the Mining Engineering course lead to?

  • Mining engineer
  • Mine planning specialist
  • Mine production engineer
  • Geotechnical engineer
  • Mine manager
  • Consulting engineer

Industries

  • Mining
  • Professional, scientific and technical services

What you'll learn

  • Refer to Master of Professional Engineering for Course Learning Outcomes

Fees and scholarships

Please view the Master of Professional Engineering degree for indicative fees.


How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice


Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

  • Use your experience to get credit towards your degree
  • Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience

Course essentials

  • Qualification: Mining Engineering Major (M ProEng)
  • Credit: 250
  • A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.

Campuses

  • Australia
  • Colombo
  • Dubai
  • Malaysia
  • Mauritius
  • Singapore

Teaching areas

  • Centre for Aboriginal Studies
  • Business and Law
  • Health Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Science and Engineering

Specialisations

  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Specialisations
  • Bachelor of Commerce Specialisations
  • Bachelor of Innovation Specialisations

Domestic students

You are considered a domestic student if you are:


  • a citizen of Australia or New Zealand
  • a permanent resident of Australia
  • an Australian Permanent Humanitarian visa holder

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Curtin University is a public research university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is known for its strong focus on research and innovation, particularly in the fields of mining, engineering, and health sciences. Curtin offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as professional development courses. The university has a global presence with campuses in Dubai, Malaysia, Mauritius, and Singapore.


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