Federation University

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours) will equip you with the necessary communication, technical and problem solving skills required to meet the high demand for graduates in mining engineering in Australia and the Asia Pacific Region.

Throughout the program, you will explore study areas in mineral deposit evaluation and processing, underground production systems, mine power and services, surface mining operations and mine environment and safety, to establish best practice in sustainable and safe mining.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours) is a four-year program, accredited by Engineers Australia – the global home for engineering professionals renowned as leaders in shaping a sustainable world.

Delivery mode

Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Mount Helen, Ballarat
  • Northways Rd, Churchill
  • 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Academic entry requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with final-year mathematics courses, or overseas equivalent.

Prerequisites

  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English

Applicants with a Higher Education Study

Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation University Federation Access Studies Program (FAST).

Applications with a Vocational Education and Training study

Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.

Applications with work and life experience

Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies will not be eligible for entry into this program. Applicants in this category should consider a pathway program such as Foundation Access Studies (FAST) Program.

English language requirement

Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $35,792 $124,320 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$35,792
Standard Tuition:
$124,320
Full Fee Tuition:
$35,792
Full Fee Tuition:
$124,320
Enquire with Federation University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $35,792 $124,320 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.

About Federation University

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