University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMining Engineering studies the safe, economic and environmentally responsible recovery, processing, marketing and financial management of mineral resources. Mining Engineering is about the extraction of natural minerals from the earth and the processing of those minerals into more user-friendly forms with minimal environmental impact.
At UNSW, we focus on the long-term health of the sector through research in Sustainable Mining Practices. Our school produces internationally acclaimed research, working closely with industry to provide innovative solutions. This research feeds directly into our degrees to maintain the Australian mining industry’s comparative advantage of cost-competitive, safe and environmentally responsible operations.
This degree provides a comprehensive understanding of how complex mining systems work together to service the global need for minerals. It will give you a solid foundation in fundamental engineering principles and essential elements of mining, like geomechanics, ventilation, mine planning and mineral processing. To get you work ready, you'll apply these skills through 60 days of approved industry training.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Extension 1, Physics
English language requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)
- TOEFL iBT: 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking)
- PTE (Pearson Test of English – Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest)
- C1 Advanced Cambridge (formerly known as CAE – Cambridge Advanced English): 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest)
- C2 Proficiency Cambridge (formerly known CPE – Cambridge Proficiency English): 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest)
Course fees
$27,520
$200,820
$27,520
$200,820
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Drilling Engineer
A Drilling Engineer designs and implements drilling plans for extracting oil and gas from underground reservoirs. You may work on-site at drilling...
Geotechnical Engineer
A Geotechnical Engineer analyses soil, rock, and groundwater to support safe construction projects. Key duties include site investigations, designi...
Metallurgist
A Metallurgist studies metals and their use in a range of industries. You might look at how various metals perform and whether they would be suited...
Mining Engineer
A Mining Engineer designs systems and plans for mine sites. You’ll ensure operations are designed safely and may develop plans for future mine prog...
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