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Mine Geotechnical Engineering

University of New South Wales
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Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Sydney, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Mine Geotechnical Engineering at University of New South Wales is a Master programme in Engineering over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Mine Geotechnical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Location: Kensington, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Mine Geotechnical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. MINE8140 Mining Geomechanics (6 UOC)
  2. MINE8680 Geotechnical Data Collection (6 UOC)
  3. MINE8760 Mine Geol & Geophysics (6 UOC)
  4. MINE8120 Hazard ID, Risk and Safety Mgt (6 UOC)
  5. MINE8660 Geotechnical Engineering (6 UOC)
  6. MINE8690 Mining Geotechnical Project (6 UOC)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Entry to the Masters in Mine Geotechnical Engineering is by satisfying the requirements of the UNSW Graduate Diploma in Underground Ground Control or UNSW Graduate Diploma in Coal Mine Strata Control with a minimum of 70% WAM and no course fails.There is no direct entry path for this program, however, in rare exceptional circumstances, students who can demonstrate equivalent prior learning may be approved an alternative entry pathway by written permission of the Head of School or Director of Postgraduate Studies (Coursework).

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months
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