The Graduate Diploma in Mining was created with the working engineer in mind. Intended as continuing education for scientists and engineers already involved with the mining industry, it is expected to appeal particularly to civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical and construction engineers, geologists, metallurgists, surveyors and other professionals with an interest in mining practice. This program will build upon the knowledge already gained from invaluable industry experience.

With a range of study modes available, from part time online learning to full time on campus study, this program can be tailored to suit your needs.

The program is designed for full-time study over two years or part-time study over a four year period either via online learning*or via block mode in the form of several full-time periods on campus of one week each, followed by assignments and practical work in the student's place of employment.

Persons not wishing, or not able to, finish the program in minimum time may attend full or half sessions once or twice per year until the required number of courses have been completed.

Completion in one year of full-time study is possible following consultation with the program coordinator.

Industry Experience

Equivalent overseas qualifications may be accepted. Students with lesser qualifications but substantial industrial experience may also be admitted.

Professional recognition

The program has been accepted in some states as fulfilling all or part of the academic requirements for certain Mine Managers' Certificates. Students interested in this aspect should contact the department in their own state to determine which combination of courses is most suitable for their needs.

Graduates may apply directly to Engineers Australia to undertake an individual assessment to assess eligibility for accreditation.

Career Outcomes

• Construction engineer
• Geotechnical engineer
• Mine ventilation officer
• Planning engineer
• Sales engineer
• Consultant
• Mine manager
• Mining engineer
• Project engineer
• Site manager
• Engineer
• Mine safety engineer
• Open pit mining engineer
• Researcher
• Underground mining engineer

The specialised education received in this program will allow you to work at the highest levels within the resources and other related industries.

Mining Engineers work in all parts of the industry from feasibility studies through to mine design, to managing actual production and sales.  Our graduates are found working in positions including: Mine Managers, Mine planning engineers, Ventilation officers and engineers, geotechnical roles, consultants and many other roles.

You will be responsible for planning the safest and most cost effective way of extraction of minerals from the ground, rivers or the sea bed and may be involved with designing, installing and supervising the use of mining machinery and equipment and for inspecting the progress of mining operations.

Mining Engineers are also tasked with protecting conditions for both people and the environment in the vicinity of mines.