Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering) | 2020

Overview

Mining Engineers are professionals who apply science, geoscience, engineering and technology to the efficient exploration and extraction of minerals from the earth, turning raw materials into valuable products. The other important area is mining safety, where knowledge of mine design and practices ensures the safety of workers, efficient extraction, and remediation at the end of the mine's life. 

Following the first year of core subjects the course focuses on mining engineering and the design of engineering structures, with emphasis on mining methods, ventilation, environmental engineering, rock mechanics, computer applications, mineral beneficiation, mining economics and industrial management. The final sessions of the course are professionally orientated with the inclusion of subjects such as Mine Planning, Occupational Health and Safety aspects of Mining, Geostatistics and the Environmental Impact of Mineral Operations. 

The degree can be combined with Environmental or Civil Engineering in second year. Double degrees are also available.

Course Structure   

* Electives may not be available every year - check subject timetable.  

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder. 

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

UOW's engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research. 

Other Information

For further information email: eis@uow.edu.au or Academic Program Director