Major overview
Mining engineering is a profession characterised by rapid scientific and industry advancement. Mining engineers typically use the latest technologies to extract minerals from the earth safely and efficiently.
This course is designed to support your transition into a career in the global resources sector, equipped to leverage the technological innovations that are transforming mining industries.
You will explore emerging mining technology such as robotics, data analytics and machine learning. You’ll also study mining economics, develop an understanding of working with Indigenous cultures and learn how to make a positive contribution to sustainable development.
You’ll graduate with the skills you need to extract minerals from underground or open-pit mines.
You can study Mining Engineering as a double degree with either Commerce or Innovation.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
The demand for critical minerals and rare earths involved in the global energy transition is driving growth in various areas of mining engineering.
Careers
- Mining engineer
- Mine manager
- Mine planner and designer
- Mining company director
- Operations manager
Industries
- Mining and resources
- Risk analysis and investment
- Research and development
- Government
Professional accreditation and recognition
Curtin's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally. Graduates also are eligible for membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Why study at Curtin?
Industry recognition
Curtin’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally. Graduates of this course also are eligible for membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
Global recognition
Curtin ranks #1 in Australia and #5 in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
Industry immersion
Experience Curtin’s world-renowned , in the heart of Western Australia's Goldfields region.
Hear from our students
"I wanted a career that combines technical skills with hands-on applications. Being immersed in Kalgoorlie’s industry environment, I found opportunities to work at both underground and open pit operations while I was studying, which vastly improved my understanding of the industry and allowed me to apply my knowledge to the practical challenges the industry faces."
Christopher Darmago
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) (Honours)
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Major structure
What you’ll learn
In your first year, you’ll complete the Engineering Foundation Year (EFY), learning fundamental concepts and developing skills that are common to all engineering disciplines.
In your second year, you’ll build on this foundation and study units in geoscience and mining engineering.
You’ll complete your third and fourth years at Curtin Kalgoorlie, gaining valuable exposure to the mining industry.
As your studies progress, there'll be increased emphasis on mining science and technology, including resource estimation, soil and rock mechanics, explosives and rock breakage, materials transport, mining methods, mine planning, project evaluation and the environment.
In your final year, you’ll undertake a major research project and a team design project.
Detailed course structure and unit information
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How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this major either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
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