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OverviewGain the fundamental mathematical skills needed to excel in the Mining Engineering degree program at the University of Exeter.Study in a supportive, well-organized setting where you'll receive both academic guidance and personal assistance as you prepare for your undergraduate studies in Mining Engineering.Upon meeting the required progression standards, you'll advance to Year 1 of theBEng Mining Engineering program(Penryn Campus).Depending on your prior qualifications before starting the Foundation program, you may have the option to switch to an Engineering, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, or Physics undergraduate program with a foundation year, provided you satisfy the entry criteria.Who this program is designed forWe view equitable access to higher education as a key driver for social mobility and are dedicated to making this a reality through our educational offerings. Our goal is to broaden participation and improve achievement—closing gaps in retention, advancement, and success—to ensure optimal outcomes for our students.In alignment with the University’sAccess and Participation Plan, this course is exclusively available to UK-based students who qualify under our contextual offer guidelines, are classified as Mature Students, and may not have met the first-year entry requirements or been able to combine A-level Mathematics with a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma.Career prospectsA curriculum enriched by robust industry connectionsThe BEng Mining Engineering degree places significant focus on your personal and professional growth.You'll cultivate vital employer-sought skills, including:analytical problem-solvingcollaborationstrategic decision-makingeffective communicationorganization and planningtime efficiencypublic speakingand leadership abilities.Campus locations - Streatham Campus, Exeter (first year), and Penryn Campus, Cornwall (years 2-4)
A-Level    BCC C in Maths and B in a Science subject. IB 26/544 Maths HL 4 or SL 6, and HL 5 in a Science subject. BTEC DMM. GCSE 4/C Grade C or 4 in GCSE English language. Access to HE    18 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 27 L3 credits at Merit grade. IELTS overall score of 6.5 overall and no less than 6 in any section. TOEFL iBT 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, listening, reading and speaking