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Courses Handbook 2013

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2013.
Information for the previous year's courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2012.

313426 v.2 Master of Science (Mineral and Energy Economics)

MSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 072466C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction

The Master of Science (Mineral and Energy Economics) builds on the foundation studies of business and mining disciplines preparing graduates for more senior roles in the mining and energy sectors. Students are provided with a thorough foundation in resource sector management and general business theory. The curriculum has a highly applied practical focus and is delivered by leading academics and business practitioners. Graduates will be equipped with a range of analytical and managerial skills relevant to middle and senior managers in decision making roles in resources, mining and energy companies.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution and at least three years subsequent, relevant work experience. Graduates from the Curtin Graduate Certificate in Mineral and Energy Economics will be considered qualified for entry.

Specific requirements

The Graduate Board of Examiners requires, unless there are exceptional circumstances, that those with more than two failures in the course be excluded from the course, so as to maintain the high standard expected of such a prestigious qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This course may be completed in 1.5 years full-time or the equivalent in part-time study.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards 11

Graduate Certificate in Mineral Economics; Graduate Certificate in Business (Mineral Economics); Graduate Certificate in Business; Graduate Diploma in Mineral Economics; Graduate Diploma in Mineral and Energy Economics.

Course Organisation

Offers specialisations in either Mineral Economics or Energy Economimics for applicants from either technical or non-technical backgrounds.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Special Note

Prospective students intending to commence this course from 2010 should consult the Department of Mineral and Energy Economics within the Graduate School of Business to discuss possible changes to course completion requirements.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Trimester 1
313783 v.1   Mineral Economics Major (MSc) 300.0
  OR  
313786 v.1   Energy Economics Major (MSc) 300.0
  300.0

Availability

Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2013 Perth City Campus Trimester 1   Y      
2013 Perth City Campus Trimester 2   Y      
2013 Perth City Campus Trimester 3   Y      

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.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.



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