Environmental Management in Mining Field of Study
Part of the Master of Environmental Management program
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This plan (Environmental Management in Mining) is no longer available.
Commencing semesters, 2019
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Program code
5609
Faculty
School
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Enquiries
Australian/domestic students
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Email: sees@enquire.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6455
International students
International Student Advisor
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
https://www.sees.uq.edu.au
Why study Environmental Management in Mining?
Extraction and processing of mineral and energy resources generates a range of environmental impacts that must be managed and minimised to meet global demand for these resources. Growing global population coupled with increases in urbanisation and industrialisation ensures an ongoing demand for skilled professionals in environmental management in mining. This field of study will introduce students to the unique environmental challenges presented by mining environments and strategies for managing these environmental impacts.
Courses and requirements
View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Environmental Management in Mining field of study.
Employment opportunities
Graduates will be well-equipped for careers in environmental management related to the mining industry in private organisations and government, including:
Industry - Onsite management roles:
- Land rehabilitation
- Monitoring and management of water quality and quantity
- Restoration of flora and fauna communities
- Management of greenhouse gas and dust emissions
- Development of site-specific management strategies
Consultancy:
- Development of management plans for industry
- Monitoring and auditing of management plans
- Identification of opportunities to go beyond `best practice' management strategies
Government:
- Policy implementation: monitoring compliance with regulations
- Policy development: formulation of environmental management regulations and guidelines for industry
What it costs
Please view the Master of Environmental Management for indicative fees.
How to apply
Please view the Master of Environmental Management for information on key dates and how to apply.