Mining engineering develops and executes the processes used to extract minerals from below and above ground. As a mining engineer you’ll work in the planning and management of engineering the extraction of mineral, petroleum and gas resources from the earth. Mining Engineers evaluate, plan and oversee the construction of a mine. They’re involved in a project through all phases of mining operations.
This degree is designed for mining engineering graduates and minerals industry professionals who want to continue their professional development. In this degree you’ll learn the fundamentals of mining engineering, mining processes, systems and analysis, and risk and safety management, as well as undertaking a research project in the mining industry. Building on your four-year undergraduate degree in mining engineering or a related discipline you’ll develop the advanced knowledge for a successful career in mining engineering.
Whether you’re interested in civil engineering, underground mining or geomechanics, you’ll advance your career in the mining industry with a Master of Mining Engineering. This course will arm you with the latest skills, trends and knowledge to get ahead.
This 1.7-year full time (or flexible part time) degree is taught by Australia’s leading Engineering faculty. Many of the courses in this degree are offered as modules over a short block period so you can continue to work if you choose to study part time.
You'll be studying in the renowned UNSW School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, providing you with industry-led professional development and world-class equipment.
UNSW is renowned for its Mineral and Mining Engineering education. We're ranked #1 in Australia and #33 globally for Engineering and Technology. As well as this, 7 of UNSW's Engineering schools are ranked in the global top 50 with one school ranked in the global top 10 for Engineering subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
We're known as the leading Mining Engineering school ranked #1 in Australia and #3 globally for Mineral & Mining Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
Australia’s top employers prefer our graduates over any other university. UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable students for seven years in a row (AFR Top 100 Future Leaders & Graduate Employers Awards, 2020–2026).
We’ve offered the largest range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Australia for over 70 years. We’re home to the best facilities in resources engineering in Australia. Learn with state-of-the-art facilities including a VR simulator, computer laboratory and a rock mechanics laboratory for applied research into mining issues and water research.
Entry requires a four-year (Honours) degree in Mining Engineering or a cognate discipline from a recognised institution, or satisfying the requirements of the UNSW Graduate Diploma in Mining Engineering (MINE5040FS and from 2015: MINE5335) with a minimum 70% average and no course fails.
The UNSW School of Mining Engineering defines a cognate discipline as Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering. Performance that is equivalent to Honours (I or II Division 1) is required over the final two years of the degree. Professional experience in the mining industry will be highly regarded.
Apply for this degree through the UNSW Applicant Portal . We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and faculties with limited places may have earlier application deadlines or commencement dates.
Application closing dates vary by program and intake. Please refer to our application closing dates page for current deadlines and program-specific information before submitting your application.
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 30 位 | 麦吉尔大学McGill University | - | - |
| 第 30 位 | 麦吉尔大学McGill University | - | - |
| 第 45 位 | 不列颠哥伦比亚大学University of British Columbia | 平均 1.7 年（最短 0.7 / 最长 3） | 27,419.34 加元（国际生首年学费；本国生 6,974.94） |