The Master of Mineral Resources is no longer available.

Duration

1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2021

Semester 1 (22 Feb, 2021)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2021)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mineral Resources.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Enquiries for Australian students

School of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Email: sees@enquire.uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 6455

Web: https://www.sees.uq.edu.au

Duration

1.5 Years full-time

Commencing 2021

Semester 1 (22 Feb, 2021)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2021)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Science

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

Internal

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mineral Resources.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in geological science, geological engineering or related field; or

Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mineral Resources.

UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 or above on a 7 point scale.

CRICOS Code: 029189K

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web: https://www.sees.uq.edu.au

Enquire online

Why study the Master of Mineral Resources?

This program enables graduates to obtain an advanced knowledge in specialist plans related to the minerals industry. Students gain analytical skills that enable critical assessment of alternative solutions to complex industry problems. Graduates are equipped with an understanding of particular sections of the industry, and focus on investigating and resolving design and operational problems in a safe and efficient manner.

The Master of Mineral Resources provides professional postgraduate education in areas that impact directly upon the efficient technical, scientific and commercial management of the minerals industry.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mineral Resources.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

See the Study at UQ website for admissions information

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in geological science, geological engineering or related field; or

Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mineral Resources.

UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 or above on a 7 point scale.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 029189K

English proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.

Pearson Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Master of Mineral Resources

Careers

This program encompasses a range of mineral and petroleum exploration activities. Industry recognises the need for resource exploration and development professionals to keep up with modern developments in the science. Each area is coordinated by a principal supervisor with an applied research background, and also involves industry associates. Candidates can follow either a broad stream entirely within the scheduled subjects or may follow specialist streams of geophysics or geology to enhance employment opportunities.

Professional memberships

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:

  • Australian Institute of Geoscientists
  • Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists
  • Geological Society of Australia
  • Society of Exploration Geophysicists

Program rules for the Master of Mineral Resources

To complete the Master of Mineral Resources

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Mineral Resources, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: