This specialist postgraduate qualification is designed for professionals who want to work in the mining industry with expertise in ground/strata control. The program caters for people with different backgrounds, whether you have a tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience. If you're a professional in the underground hard rock or coal mining industry, this graduate diploma will develop your skills and knowledge required to progress your career. Whether this an area you'd like to move into or you're already working in, the Graduate Diploma in Mine Geotechnical Engineering will equip you with industry relevant, in-demand knowledge and skills in strata control. A majority of the courses will be offered as modules over a short block period to offer flexibility for employees of mining companies and associated service providers. You'll be able to study this graduate diploma on a part-time basis.
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February 2027
Kensington Campus
UNSW Sydney, High St,
Kensington,
New South Wales,
2052, Sydney, Australia
The possible entry paths are as follows:
(1) Entry requires a degree in Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering or Geosciences disciplines (3 or 4 years) from a recognised institution. A minimum 65% average is required over the final two years of the degree. Significant industry experience in underground mining is strongly recommended.
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(2) Those with limited tertiary qualifications, require at least two years of relevant responsible industry experience or permission from the Head of School or Director of Postgraduate Studies (Coursework). An entry portfolio is required with the below:
A cover letter explaining motivations for mining
Details on mathematics courses completed in high school and university
Contact details of two referees in CV
Evidence of any relevant training, eg. Mine certificates, VET training certificates, other non related degree transcripts
All applicants should submit a detailed CV with their application. This program does not allow international students to enrol on a student visa.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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