314597 v.1 Master of Engineering Science (Mining)
MEngSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 078759G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2 Years
Course Overview
Master degrees (coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This course provides graduates with detailed knowledge and understanding of core areas of mining engineering in addition to advanced knowledge in selected areas of study. It is suitable for those who wish to gain specialist knowledge in mining engineering and for graduates currently working within the mining industry who wish to significantly upgrade their knowledge with a view to furthering their careers in this field.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a bachelor degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), bachelor honours degree, graduate certificate or graduate diploma.
Specifically, applicants require a minimum entry of a three-year Australian recognised degree in mining engineering or closely related discipline with a credit (65 per cent) average or above in the final year. Applicants with other qualifications and experience may only be admitted with the consent of the appropriate senior academic.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applicants holding a Graduate Diploma in Mining (Curtin) or a Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) can expect up to 200 credits of credit for recognised learning.
Intermediate Awards
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 awards approved for this course:
Graduate Diploma in Mining
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Master degrees (coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
The course is delivered in the form of lectures, tutorials, together with supervised reading and practical work. Students are required to do one or more project units in consultation with academic staff. Project units may involve both field and laboratory work and all will require the submission of a research based written report and/or dissertation.
Duration and Availability
This full fee paying course is four semesters (2 years) full-time equivalent, available by part-time, external (may involve on campus sessions) or full-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 2 | 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.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 304961 | v.4 | Applied Geomechanics for Mining 531 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11715 | v.4 | Mineral Processing 601 | 12.5 | ||
| 11716 | v.4 | Mineral Exploration 601 | 8.5 | 12.5 | |
| 310885 | v.3 | Mining Methods and Processes 531 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311548 | v.1 | Mine Asset Management and Services 431 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 304803 | v.4 | Rock Excavation Technology 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 304959 | v.4 | Underground Mine Ventilation 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12585 | v.5 | Mine Systems Engineering 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310887 | v.2 | Mine Design and Optimisation 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 307320 | v.3 | Underground Mine Design and Optimisation 601 | 2.5 | 25.0 | |
| 12580 | v.5 | Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining 531 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11363 | v.3 | Mining Project 611 | 1.5 | 50.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 313254 | v.1 * | Resource Estimation 531 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 11365 | v.3 * | Mining Project 613 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 304965 | v.3 | Mine Management 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307318 | v.2 | Open Pit Mine Planning and Design 601 | 50.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11366 | v.4 ** | Research Literature Review 661 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 11364 | v.3 | Minerals Project 612 | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 12579 | v.4 ** | Underground Mining Systems 532 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
* Students who enrol in Resource Estimation 531 must also enrol in Mining Project 613
** Students who enrol in Underground Mining Systems 532 must also enrol in Research Literature Review 661
Further Information
For more information about the course, please contact the Faculty of Science and Engineering on telephone (08) 9266 4600, email ssse@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: http://scieng.curtin.edu.au
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