Undergraduate - Area of study Mining engineering

Mining engineering is concerned with extracting and processing ores from the earth. It requires the use of mathematics, computer applications, physical sciences including geoscience, and economics to be able to manage mining operations from exploration to the final processing stage.

Study in mining engineering at Monash is a combination of theory and practice, is essentially problem-based, and has significant input from the mining sector. It includes mine design and operation, both surface and underground, ventilation systems, mineral processing, mine feasibility and environmental aspects. This requires a wide range of skills relating to technology, finance, people and the environment. There is an emphasis on sustainable development so that the environmental footprint of mining is minimised.

Mining engineers work with a wide range of people, both professional and non-professional. Good communication skills are therefore essential.