Mining engineering is a profession that is characterised by rapid scientific and industry advancement. Mining engineers typically use the latest technologies to extract minerals from the earth safely and efficiently.

 

This course is tailored to guide your transition to a career in the global resources sector, equipped to exploit the technological developments that are transforming the industry.

 

You will learn about emerging mining technology such as robotics, data analytics and machine learning.

 

You’ll also delve into mining economics, gain understanding and consideration of working with Indigenous cultures, and discover how to make a positive contribution to sustainable development.

 

In your first year, you’ll complete the Engineering Foundation Year (EFY), learning fundamental concepts and developing skills that are common to all engineering disciplines.

 

Throughout your second year, you’ll strengthen your knowledge of foundation engineering and study units in geoscience and mining engineering.