MEng Mining Engineering at University of Exeter

Programme overview

Learn how to responsibly manage the extraction of natural resources that are essential for modern society to function. Understand the mining lifecycle, mining value chain and the investment and fundraising environment. Address the challenges of environmental sustainability, governance and social responsibility.

Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (integrated masters) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Natural resources are required for our everyday activities: from the provision of essential commodities and construction materials, to the supply of critical minerals to drive the green energy transition. The well-managed, responsible extraction of natural resources is therefore essential for modern society to function. The resource sector faces unprecedented global demand for sustainable, efficient operating solutions as demand for minerals increases and governments move to implement climate change directives.

Career pathways

Throughout your degree a strong emphasis is placed on your personal and professional development. You’ll benefit from the hundreds of links with industry we have established through collaborative research and consultation. Student projects are usually industrially driven and often directly involve a company. This provides an opportunity for you to undertake commercially important projects at the forefront of technology, gain invaluable experience and enhance your employability.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS code J119. Typical offer: A-Level: AAB-ABB; IB: 34/665-32/655; BTEC: DDD-DDM A-Level: AAB-ABB (GCE A-Level Maths grade B and another science* subject at grade B. Candidates may offer A-Level Maths, Pure Maths or Further Maths.). IB: 34/665-32/655 (HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and approaches or Applications and interpretations) and HL5 in another science subject.). BTEC: DDD-DDM (Applicants studying one of the following new BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered without a GCE A-Level science subject (A-Level Maths is still required): Civil Engineering, Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering.). GCSE: 4 or C (Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language). Access to HE: 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade. (12 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade in Mathematics and 12 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade in an acceptable Science subject area.). T-Level: Distinction (T-level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction;

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate-degrees/apply/

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