Program Overview

BEng Mining Engineering with Foundation Year - 2026 entry

Overview

The BEng Mining Engineering with Foundation Year is a 4-year integrated degree programme that provides a comprehensive education in mining engineering. The programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to succeed in the mining industry.

Eligibility Criteria

• A-Level: BCC, with C in Maths and B in a Science subject.
• IB: 26/544, with Maths HL 4 or SL 6, and HL 5 in a Science subject.
• BTEC: DMM, with applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas considered without GCE A-Level Maths and Science subjects: Construction and the Built Environment, Building Services Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• GCSE: Grade C or 4 in GCSE English language.
• Access to HE: 18 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 27 L3 credits at Merit grade, with 12 L3 credits in Maths at Pass Grade and 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade or above in another Science subject.

Course Content

The Foundation Year is part of an integrated 4-year undergraduate degree programme. The information below relates to the Foundation Year only.

• Compulsory modules:
  • MTH0001: Principles of Pure Mathematics (30 credits)
  • MTH0003: Exploring Mathematics (15 credits)
  • MTH0004: Foundation Statistics (15 credits)
  • MTH0005: Science: Skills and Culture (30 credits)
  • MTH0006: Applied Mathematics (15 credits)
  • MTH0007: Programming Skills (15 credits)

Fees

• Tuition fees for 2025 entry: UK students: £9,535 per year.
• Scholarships: The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students applying to study with us in the 2025/26 academic year.

Learning and Teaching

The way you learn at university may be different from what you have experienced before. Depending on your course, you may encounter a variety of teaching methods.

• Foundation year: You will experience a range of teaching and learning activities including lectures, workshops, tutorials, group projects/presentations, and/or seminars.
• Subsequent years: Visit the course page for BEng Mining Engineering for more details about the learning and teaching methods.

Your Future

• A rich curriculum enhanced by strong links with industry: Throughout the BEng Mining Engineering degree, a strong emphasis is placed on your personal and professional development.
• Employer Visits: There are regular employer events from local and international mining companies and mining support companies throughout the year.
• Career Opportunities: Strong employment opportunities available nationally and worldwide.
• Alumni Network: Join a global network of Camborne School of Mines alumni when you graduate.