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Master of Engineering (Mining)

at Adelaide University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

071207G

CRICOS provider code

00123M

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$104,600 total

Per year

A$52,300/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Engineering (Mining) at Adelaide University is designed for those with an interest in mining engineering practice within Australia. Mining engineers work on the exploration, planning, extraction and processing of minerals, and this degree focuses on the technical, environmental and management aspects of mining. You'll study topics including mine design, resource estimation, mineral processing and sustainability, tailored to Australia’s major mining sector.

This master’s degree runs over two years of full-time study, divided into semesters. You’ll typically complete a set number of units of study, each carrying their own credit points, leading up to the required total for graduation. In your final year, you’ll undertake a capstone project. This project allows you to address a mining engineering challenge—often in partnership with industry—where you apply your learning to real-world scenarios.

Australian mining degrees stay closely connected to industry needs. Courses may offer work-integrated learning or professional placements at leading mining sites or consultancy firms in South Australia and beyond. This experience strengthens your technical and management skills while providing valuable sector experience. Entry normally requires a recognised undergraduate degree in engineering or a related discipline, and you must evidence English proficiency according to the university’s requirements if you’re an international applicant.

This degree suits engineering graduates looking to transition into mining, or practising engineers seeking to upskill for more specialised roles. You'll build knowledge relevant to Australia’s minerals sector, one of the key sectors for skilled employment in the country. Students should check the official page or contact the university for detailed credit point and course structure information.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Mining engineer roles in coal, gold, copper, and iron ore operations
Project management positions with mining companies and contractors
Consulting work for engineering and geological firms
Mine planning or production roles with Australian resource companies
Operational and safety roles in Australian mines

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Engineering (Mining) at Adelaide University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$104,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Mining engineer roles in coal, gold, copper, and iron ore operationsProject management positions with mining companies and contractorsConsulting work for engineering and geological firmsMine planning or production roles with Australian resource companiesOperational and safety rol...

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