Overview

Throughout this Engineering (Mining) (Honours) course from Federation University Australia , you will explore study areas in mineral deposit evaluation and processing, underground production systems, mine power and services, surface mining operations and mine environment and safety, to establish best practice in sustainable and safe mining. The Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Honours) is a four-year course, accredited by Engineers Australia – the global home for engineering professionals renowned as leaders in shaping a sustainable world.

Key facts

As an accredited mining engineer you can work in government and private organisations, mining companies and consulting firms to design, install and supervise the use of mining machinery and equipment, inspect the progress of mining operations and work with geologists to investigate and carry out the extraction of ore bodies and mineral deposits.

Career opportunities

Construction engineer

Consultant

Engineer

Geotechnical engineer

Mine safety engineer

Mine ventilation officer

Mining engineer

Open pit mining engineer

Planning engineer

Project engineer

Researcher

Sales engineer

Site manager

Underground mining engineer

Metallurgist

Mineral processor

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Materials in Engineering

Engineering Design and Drafting

Engineering Mechanics

Thermofluids
Mine Power and Services Technology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-07 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-23 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Ballarat, Australia

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Mining, Oil & Gas View 202 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 116399H

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with final-year mathematics courses, or overseas equivalent.
Overall IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.

Year 12 applicants will be ranked based on their ATAR and ATAR Adjustment Factors – e.g. Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) and Subject Adjustments. (Applicable to onshore international students)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43500 AUD / year

≈ 43500 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

9537 AUD / year

≈ 9537 AUD / year

Additional Details

National students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Living costs

Ballarat

Australia

1260 - 2250 AUD / month

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