mineral resources
Commencing:
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Location:
St Lucia
Delivery Mode:
Internal, External
AQF Level 9
postgraduate coursework programs in
mineral resources
To ensure commercial viability, the minerals and petroleum industry
recognises the need for resource exploration and development
professionals to keep abreast of modern developments in science.
Use this program to expand your
knowledge of emerging mineral and
petroleum exploration technologies
and how to increase efficiencies in the
technical and scientific management
of the mining industry.
Advance your knowledge in key specialist
areas of the minerals industry, gain
analytical skills to enable you to critically
assess alternative solutions to complex
industry problems and be equipped to
investigate and resolve development
and operational problems in a safe
and commercially efficient manner.
Gain exposure to current scientific
knowledge from research experts with
an applied research background and
explore a range of strategies for practical
implementation from experienced industry
associates. Specialise in Exploration
www.uq.edu.au/study
Geology or Exploration Geophysics,
and choose to study from either a broad
stream within the scheduled subjects,
or select from specialist geophysics or
geochemistry streams.
To enhance the flexibility of course
choice, some are conducted through
directed reading and personal tuition
rather than formal classes.
UQ Advantage
You will learn from some of Australia’s
leading geoscientists and UQ’s industry
specialists to incorporate the latest
developments in research and technology
into practical mining industry outcomes.
Career Opportunities
As an early career professional use
your enhanced scientific and technical
knowledge to seek advancement or
additional challenges in your current
workplace or to provide entry into the
employment and career opportunities
in the dynamic minerals sector.
On completion of the program you
may be eligible for membership with
the following professional bodies:
• Australian Institute of Geoscientists
• Australian Society of Exploration
Geophysicists
• Geological Society of Australia
• Society of Exploration Geophysicists
While this degree may be accredited by
an official industry accreditation body in
Australia, completion of the degree may
not result in your automatic accreditation
with them. Please contact the relevant
registration body for details of any
conditions for accreditation. Further study
options include the Master of Philosophy.
Program Structure
In the Graduate Diploma, you will
demonstrate your knowledge with a
mini-thesis that relates to a practical
workplace scenario. In the Master’s
year you will write a complete thesis
on a relevant area of interest. Each
program is run over a standard 13
week university semester and involves
a minimum of 20 hours of study per
week for a full-time enrolment.
Graduate Certificate in Mineral
Resources
You must complete 8 units from Part A
in the MMinRes List. The maximum
credit that may be granted for other
postgraduate study is 4 units.
Graduate Diploma in Mineral Resources
You must complete 16 units from the
MMinRes list, with 12 units from Part A
and 4 units from Part B
Master of Mineral Resources
You must complete 24 units from the
MMinRes list, with16 units from Part A or
Part B or both; and 8 units from Part C
Part A
Exploration Geology
ERTH6510 2 ERTH6520 2 ERTH7102 2 ERTH7103 2 ERTH7104 2 ERTH7105 2 ERTH7111 2 ERTH7311 2 ERTH7411 2 ERTH7711 2 GEOM7000 2 GEOM7001 2 GEOM7002 2 GEOM7005 2 STAT7201 1 STAT7202 1 Geophysical Signal Processing
Exploration Seismology
Special Topics I
Special Topics II
Special Topics III
Special Topics IV
Ore Deposits &
Exploration Geology
Exploration Geochemistry
Basin Analysis in Exploration
Advanced Structural Geology
Remote Sensing of Environment
Advanced Remote Sensing
of Environment
Advanced Geographical Information Systems
Geographical Information Systems
Analysis of Scientific Data
Probability Models for Science
Plus up to #6 from advanced courses in other
fields of the MMinRes, MSc or other advanced
undergraduate or postgraduate courses with the
approval of the Executive Dean.
Part A
Exploration Geophysics
ERTH6510 2 ERTH6520 2 ERTH6530 2 ERTH6540 2 ERTH6550 2 ERTH7102 2 ERTH7103 2 ERTH7104 2 ERTH7105 2 Geophysical Signal Processing
Exploration Seismology
Gravity & Magnetic Exploration
Electrical and Electromagnetic Exploration
Industrial Applications of Exploration Geophysics
Special Topics I
Special Topics II
Special Topics III
Special Topics IV
Plus up to #6 of other advanced undergraduate
or postgraduate courses with the approval of the
Executive Dean.
Part B
ERTH7001 4 Project or Thesis [1]
ERTH7201 4 Project or Thesis [1]
ERTH7101 4 Project or Thesis [2]
Part C
ERTH7000 8 Project or Thesis [1]
ERTH7200 8 Project or Thesis [1]
[1] This course is offered over more than one
semester. Enrol in the same course code in each
semester.
[2] Code for students completing the course in
one semester.
Entry Requirements
Graduate Certificate in Mineral
Resources
Bachelor degree in science or geological
engineering or related field or have
completed post-secondary study and
two years’ full time (or equivalent) relevant
work experience. Applications on the
basis of post-secondary study and two
year’s work experience in a related field
will be individually assessed.
International applicants
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6,
speaking 6, and listening 6. For other
English Language Proficiency Tests
and Scores approved for UQ, view
the English proficiency policy.
How to Apply
Domestic Applicants
Complete the application form at
olas.uq.edu.au/courses/5196.html
Closing Date:
To commence study in semester 1
January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2
June 30 of the year of commencement.
International applicants
Applications must be lodged through
UQ International –
www.uq.edu.au/internationalstudents/application-instructions
Closing Date:
To commence study in semester 2
May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1
November 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined
Visa Processing.
Time of publication: Every effort has been made to
ensure the accuracy of information in this document
at the time of publication. The authoritative source of
program and course information is the UQ Courses
and Programs website at uq.edu.au/study. Where any
conflict of information exists, the rules and associated
course lists approved by the UQ Senate shall apply.
Graduate Diploma in Mineral
Resources
Bachelor degree in science or geological
engineering or related field or the
Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources
from the University.
Master of Mineral Resources
Bachelor degree in science, geological
engineering or related field OR the
Graduate Diploma in Mineral Resources.
“I chose the Master of Mineral Resources because it contained both course
based learning and a research project which allowed me to solidify my geological
knowledge and increase my understanding of the industry. The University of
Queensland’s links to industry, fantastic lecturers and a rating placing it within
the top 100 universities in the world made my decision easy. The Masters of
Mineral Resources has provided me with the knowledge and experience I felt
I had been missing from my undergraduate degree, and I feel I can use it as
an excellent basis on which to build my career.”
Oliver Turner
Master of Mineral Resources graduate
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