Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources (GCMinRes)
Information valid for students commencing 2009
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2009
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5041
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in engineering, science or related field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in a related field will be individually assessed.
Additional application information
- Courses are offered by short intensive modules, application exercises, and project.
- Some courses may incur additional costs (e.g. field trips).
- In certain plans, courses are offered in web-based delivery mode, enabling international students to take the courses in their home countries.
- Students may need hardware/software required for access to internet.
- Some courses are offered only once each year, or in some years not at all. Students should enquire about the availability of courses early in the application process, and well before committing to travel to Brisbane.
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.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - February 28 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - July 20 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Manager, Academic Administration, EAIT Faculty or Christine Sinclair, School of Earth Sciences
Email: engineering@uq.edu.au or c.sinclair@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777(EAIT Faculty) or 07 3364 7007 (School of Earth Sciences)
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2009
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2009)
Semester 2 (27 Jul, 2009)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5041
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in engineering, science or related field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in a related field will be individually assessed.
CRICOS Code: 029215B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.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 UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Recruitment Manager
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in 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 program 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 Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in engineering, science or related field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in a related field will be individually assessed.
Additional application information
- Courses are offered by short intensive modules, application exercises, and project.
- Some courses may incur additional costs (e.g. field trips).
- In certain plans, courses are offered in web-based delivery mode, enabling international students to take the courses in their home countries.
- Students may need hardware/software required for access to internet.
- Some courses are offered only once each year, or in some years not at all. Students should enquire about the availability of courses early in the application process, and well before committing to travel to Brisbane.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelors degree in engineering, science or related field. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in a related field will be individually assessed.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 029215B
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
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 Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources
Careers
The MMinRes program encompasses the 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 subject area is coordinated by a principal supervisor with an applied research background, but also involves industry associates. Candidates can follow either a broad stream entirely within the scheduled subjects or may follow specialist streams of geophysics or geochemistry 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 Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 from courses in the MMinRes List under the heading for the relevant field. Students should contact the Head of School prior to enrolling in any course. Refer to GCMinRes rules for further information.
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:
