Course Level
Bachelor Degree (Honours)
CRICOS
116399H
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours)
The Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) (Honours) covers key areas of mineral deposit evaluation and processing; underground mining, surface mining; and mine environment and safety. You will obtain a broad range of engineering skills in analysis and design, and complete a Capstone Honours research project over 2 semesters. This course provides you with real experience in your chosen profession, through our Co-operative Model.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Mount Helen (Ballarat) | Full-time - 4 years | N/A | 60 |
Online | Online/Off-campus - 4 years | N/A | 60 |
Structure
This course consists of 480 credit points. Students will complete 30 core units, and a zero credit point Engineering Professional Practice unit.
Subjects
- Design
- Sustainability
- Management
- Mathematics
- Planning and Scheduling
- Rock Mechanics
- Mine Power and Services
- Mine Ventilation
- Mineral Deposit Evaluation and Processing
- Surveying
- Surface and Underground Mining
Entry requirements
- Entry requirements (year 12)Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)Prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any EnglishThis course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
Recognition
This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia.
Study Pathways
Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies relevant to this degree. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications. Candidates seeking alternate entry can consider the following options: Foundation Access Studies (FAST) program, including FASTP1203 Introduction to Technical maths. On successful completion of FAST, including FASTP1203 Introduction to Technical maths, students can apply for the Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours) for Semester 1. (The Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours) is unlikely to offer a mid-year intake). Enrol in single courses such as MATHS1001 Modelling and Change or MATHS1005 Secrets of the Matrix to demonstrate ability to be successful on the program. Apply for the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (FedUni TAFE, Ballarat) which offers an articulation pathway into Higher Education and a number of credits towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours)
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