Adelaide University
2 years full-time
This Master's degree equips engineers with advanced mining expertise through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical industry experience. Designed for professionals seeking to cross-train or extend their skills, graduates emerge with the technical and project management capabilities needed for leadership roles in the mining sector.
Applicants must hold a completed 4-year bachelor or bachelor honours degree or higher in a field relevant to engineering from a recognised higher education institution. International students whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent qualification obtained within the last two years. Previous study or work experience conducted in English requires certified documentation from the educational institution or employer.
Year 1 covers essential mining engineering knowledge including mining systems, resource estimation and mine planning, geomechanics, and mine safety engineering. Students also complete courses in engineering data analytics and engineering management to formalise project management skills. Year 2 focuses on advanced topics such as mine automation, mining and environment, and rock excavation engineering. Students select two elective courses from options including environmental planning and climate change sustainability, geotechnical engineering, metallurgical processes, and soil and groundwater remediation. Throughout the degree, students undertake up to 450 hours of professional industry placement and complete both a major research project and capstone engineering design project.
Adelaide University delivers nation-leading curriculum with engineering degrees deeply rooted in practical application. The program is provisionally accredited at the Professional Engineer level by Engineers Australia, with full accreditation expected following the first cohort's graduation. Graduates will be eligible for Engineers Australia membership and international recognition under the Washington Accord. The university provides cutting-edge facilities across multiple campuses, comprehensive student support services, and strong industry partnerships enabling meaningful work-integrated learning experiences.
Graduates can pursue diverse career paths across the mining project lifecycle, from mine planning and design to production management and site rehabilitation. Opportunities include roles in mine automation and autonomous systems implementation, mining project consulting and feasibility studies, environmental compliance and land rehabilitation, and energy resource engineering. The sector offers positions across chemical and manufacturing, consulting services, energy analytics, environmental management, geothermal energy, government policy, infrastructure planning, metals and metallurgical industries, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. With digital transformation driving demand for engineers skilled in AI, machine learning, and automation technologies, graduates are well-positioned for leadership roles in an evolving industry.