MSc Mining Geology 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Exeter |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Engineering - Mineral and MiningMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Mineral and Mining

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

MSc Mining Geology
Overview
  • Taught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience department
  • Designed to provide advanced specialised training for earth science graduates, leading to excellent employment opportunities in the extractive industry
  • Attain a comprehensive understanding of the role of a geoscientist working in the mining industry, and learn new skills including geological and geotechnical mapping, surveying, mineral exploration, ore microscopy, ore deposit modelling and mine planning
  • Gain knowledge in mineral resource estimation and grade control, mineral extraction and management, mining law and the environmental impact of mining
  • Study taught modules over two semesters and undertake individual projects throughout the summer vacation, often as industrial placements with a mining/exploration company.


To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Mineral and Mining

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

MSc Mining Geology
Overview
  • Taught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience department
  • Designed to provide advanced specialised training for earth science graduates, leading to excellent employment opportunities in the extractive industry
  • Attain a comprehensive understanding of the role of a geoscientist working in the mining industry, and learn new skills including geological and geotechnical mapping, surveying, mineral exploration, ore microscopy, ore deposit modelling and mine planning
  • Gain knowledge in mineral resource estimation and grade control, mineral extraction and management, mining law and the environmental impact of mining
  • Study taught modules over two semesters and undertake individual projects throughout the summer vacation, often as industrial placements with a mining/exploration company.


To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Admission Requirements

For full details about our entry requirements, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. 

1 Year
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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