Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Mining Engineering in Sydney Australia | The University of New South Wales
The University of New South Wales
|
Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
29,000
(c. USD20,453.7)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
8 months
Mining engineering is an engineering field focused on developing and implementing methods to extract minerals from both underground and surface locations. As a mining engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and managing the extraction processes for minerals, petroleum, and natural gas resources. These professionals assess sites, design mining operations, and supervise construction projects throughout all stages of mineral extraction. The Graduate Certificate in Mining Engineering serves both current industry professionals and those seeking to transition into this field, offering fundamental knowledge in mining engineering while enabling further specialization. This program offers flexible entry options for individuals with technical backgrounds in other fields, relevant mining experience, or vocational training. Through this program, you'll develop skills to evaluate challenges, formulate solutions, and defend professional recommendations. Additionally, you'll gain expertise in presenting technical concepts effectively to various audiences and applying engineering principles to novel or complex situations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Entry to a Graduate Certificate will be considered on an individual basis for those with relevant mining industry experience (Entry 1) or for those re-training from other technical disciplines (Entry 2).
Entry 1 - Relevant mining industry experience with vocational training. A minimum of 4 years of full-time relevant professional and/or responsibility in the mining industry. Entry is considered for each individual based on portfolio supporting the application. An entry interview may be required.
Entry 2 - A degree in other technical disciplines from a recognised institution. The UNSW School of Mining Engineering defines other technical disciplines as Surveying, Accounting, Business, Economics, Information Technology/Systems, Biology and Pharmacy for example. A minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience is essential for applicants with a 3 year degree and is highly regarded for applicants with a 4 year degree.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.
Tuition
AUD
29,000