Graduate Diploma of Mining

The Graduate Diploma in Mining was created with the working engineer in mind. Intended as continuing education for scientists and engineers already involved with the mining industry, it is expected to appeal particularly to civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical and construction engineers, geologists, metallurgists, surveyors and other professionals with an interest in mining practice. This course will build upon the knowledge already gained from invaluable industry experience.

With a range of study modes available, from part time online learning to full time on campus study, this course can be tailored to suit your needs.

The course is designed for full-time study over two years or part-time study over a four year period either via online learning*or via block mode in the form of several full-time periods on campus of one week each, followed by assignments and practical work in the student's place of employment.

Persons not wishing, or not able to, finish the course in minimum time may attend full or half sessions once or twice per year until the required number of courses have been completed.

Academic entry requirements

Successful completion of a recognised 3-year Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent.

English language requirements

Overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.

Extra requirements

There are no additional entry requirements to enter this course other than the University Entry Requirements listed above.

The specialised education received in this course will allow you to work at the highest levels within the resources and other related industries.

Mining Engineers work in all parts of the industry from feasibility studies through to mine design, to managing actual production and sales.  Our graduates are found working in positions including: Mine Managers, Mine planning engineers, Ventilation officers and engineers, geotechnical roles, consultants and many other roles.

You will be responsible for planning the safest and most cost effective way of extraction of minerals from the ground, rivers or the sea bed and may be involved with designing, installing and supervising the use of mining machinery and equipment and for inspecting the progress of mining operations.

Mining Engineers are also tasked with protecting conditions for both people and the environment in the vicinity of mines.

Researcher

Site manager

Sales engineer

Underground mining engineer

Geotechnical engineer

Planning engineer

Mine manager

Mine safety engineer

Mine ventilation officer

Open pit mining engineer

Construction engineer

Project engineer

Consultant

Engineer

Mining engineer

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