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300570 v.2 Master of Science (Minerals Engineering)


MSc(Curtin)

Introduction

This research course develops in-depth enquiry, a mastery of research methodology and the ability to communicate research work and its findings. This is achieved by attendance at seminars and group discussions, the preparation and submission of a thesis based on a research project and, if necessary, an oral defence of the thesis. Students carry out research work, either in the laboratories of the institution or in industry, on projects in the general field of mining and mineral technology.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A four year bachelors degree in engineering, a Graduate Diploma in Engineering or a Bachelor of Science degree with honours, or equivalent, in an appropriate field and at a better than average level of performance. Applicants with other qualifications and experience may only be admitted with the consent of the appropriate Senior Academic.

Duration and Availability

This course is by research and normally requires one to two years of full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

This course is studied as a research degree. The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Postgraduate Coordinator, Western Australian School of Mines.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework. Students should not enrol in this research course to receive the related Postgraduate Diploma.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Majors, Streams or Other Core Components

   
1859 v.7   WASM Seminar 601 1.0 12.5
99070 v.2   Masters Thesis - Minerals Engineering and Extractive Metallurgy
  12.5
           

Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2004Bentley CampusResearch Term 1YY
2004Bentley CampusResearch Term 2YY
2004Kalgoorlie CampusResearch Term 1YY
2004Kalgoorlie CampusResearch Term 2YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.



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