Overview

This Mining Engineering programme at The University of Exeter gives you the skills and knowledge needed to progress into senior engineering and leadership roles.

Career

This programme is designed to accelerate your career by combining academic learning with professional development. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped for roles in a wide range of sectors and at a range of levels, including:

Mine operations and design

Project and risk management

Environmental and social governance

Strategic planning in the global mining and tunnelling sectors

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Programme Structure

You’ll study topics including:

Mining and earth sciences fundamentals

Mine design and operations

Rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering

Health, safety and environmental sustainability

Ventilation

Business strategy and financial principles

Mineral processing and closure planning

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Penryn, United Kingdom

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Mining, Oil & Gas View 353 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-Level: ABB

IB: 32/655

BTEC: DDM

GCSE: C or 4 (English Language or equivalent)

Access to HE 24 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade

To apply for this programme, you must:

Be employed in a relevant mining, quarrying or tunnelling role

Have your employer's agreement to support your application and cover tuition fees and related travel subsistence
Commit to attending annual residential teaching in the UK
Meet the entry requirements listed above

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

60000 GBP / year

≈ 60000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

27750 GBP / year

≈ 27750 GBP / year

Additional Details

This is an employer-funded programme. Students must be funded by an existing employer.

Funding

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Key information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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