300567 v.2 Master of Science (Mining Engineering)

Introduction

This course develops in-depth enquiry, a mastery of research methodology, and the ability to communicate research work and project and its findings. This is achieved by attendance at seminars and group discussions, the preparation and submission of a thesis based 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

Four year undergraduate degree, with the award of a 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 Senior Academic.

Duration and Availability

This course is on year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

The course includes both coursework units no more than 62 per cent and project units (no more at least 37 per cent). Coursework can be selected from the units offered in the final two years of the Bachelor of Engineering course and/or the Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate courses at the Western Australian School of Mines, excluding any taken in previous studies. It is envisaged that students would select a coursework unit or mix of units appropriate to their career aspirations. Project units take the form of appropriate projects which could involve both field and laboratory work related to the student's specilised area of study. Students are required to submit a written report or dissertation.

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.

Availability

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.