Mining Engineering

The University of Exeter

United Kingdom, Exeter

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The University of Exeter

United Kingdom , Exeter

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

J119

Campuses

Penryn

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 31,200 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Mining Engineering

About

Learn how to responsibly manage the extraction of natural resources that are essential for modern society to function

Understand the mining lifecycle, mining value chain and the investment and fundraising environment

Address the challenges of environmental sustainability, governance and social responsibility

Undertake an industry work placement in a mining business or operational environment

Fieldwork at local mine sites offers extensive, hands-on practical experience

Conduct a research-focused project in an area of your choice, working closely with academics in their areas of expertise

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements (typical offer)

Qualification	Typical offer	Required subjects
A-Level	AAA	GCE A-Level Maths grade A and another science* subject at grade A. Candidates may offer GCE A-Level Maths, Pure Maths or Further Maths.
IB	36/666	HL6 in Mathematics (Analysis and approaches or Applications and interpretations) and HL6 in another science subject.
BTEC	DDD	See below under 'read more' for further information
GCSE	4 or C	Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language
Access to HE	30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade.	15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in an acceptable Mathematics subject area and 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in another science subject area.
T-Level	Distinction	T-level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; or Maintenance, Installation & Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing only.
Contextual Offer	A-Level: ABB IB: 32/655 BTEC: DDM	Specific subject requirements must still be achieved where stated above. Find out more about contextual offers.
Other accepted qualifications	View other accepted qualifications
English language requirements	International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B1. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

NB General Studies is not included in any offer.

Grades advertised on each programme webpage are the typical level at which our offers are made and provide information on any specific subjects an applicant will need to have studied in order to be considered for a place on the programme. However, if we receive a large number of applications for the programme we may not be able to make an offer to all those who are predicted to achieve/have achieved grades which are in line with our typical offer. For more information on how applications are assessed and when decisions are released, please see: After you apply

*Accepted GCE A-Level/AS science subjects include: Biology/Human Biology**; Chemistry; Computing; Design and Technology; Electronics; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Life and Health Sciences; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Statistics.

**If more than one of these is taken they would only count as one 'science' but could count as two A-levels towards our general requirements.

BTEC Extended Diploma

Applicants studying one of the following new BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered without a GCE A-Level science subject (GCE A-Level Maths is still required): Civil Engineering, Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering.

For any questions relating to entry requirements please contact the team via our online form or 01392 724061.

English Program Requirements

Test Name: IELTS Academic, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake and IELTS Indicator (IELTS – Academic version)
Required Score: 6.0 overall and no less than 6.0 in any section

Test Name: TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, TOEFL iBT Paper Edition and TOEFL MyBest scores
Required Score: Overall score 87 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, listening, reading and speaking.

Test Name: Pearson Test of English (Academic) PTE
Required Score: 64 overall with no less than 64 in all communicative skills

Test Name: LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
Required Score: B2 Communicator with minimum 33 in writing, speaking, listening & reading

Test Name: LanguageCert Academic
Required Score: 65 overall and no less than 65 in any skills score

Test Name: INTO Pre-sessional English
Required Score: 60 and no less than 60 in any sub-section

Test Name: Study Group Academic English
Required Score: Minimum of 60% overall, no less than 60% in any section

Test Name: Skills for English: SELT
Required Score: B2 Pass

Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken up to 30th June 2024
Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in Literacy, 95 in Conversation, 110 in Comprehension and 90 in Production

Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken from 1st July 2024
Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in any Integrated Subscore

Career

Careers

This course opens doors to a wide array of exciting career opportunities. As the UK's first academically certified programme in the psychedelics field, the course will equip you with the knowledge and skillset to help you stand out from the crowd in this rapidly growing sector.

The PGCert will be beneficial to aspiring psychedelic-assisted psychotherapists, practitioners wishing to upskill, or individuals with an interest in psychedelic research who are looking to continue their studies.

Career support

At the University of Exeter, we have an excellent reputation among recruiters and our students compete very successfully in the job market. The dedicated Career Zone offers careers training, events, advice and mentoring to ensure you have the tools you need to succeed in finding employment in your chosen field. Studying with us not only advances your knowledge but also empowers you for a successful future.