Master of Engineering Science (Metallurgy)
Metallurgy is the science of the physical and chemical behaviors of metals and their purification.
Extractive metallurgists apply their expertise in chemistry, environmental science, and mineralogy to find the best way to extract minerals and metals for natural ores and operate extraction plants at maximum capacity. Metallurgists also work on designing new extraction and processing methods for minerals and metals, often in liaison with other mining professionals.
All Curtin metallurgy courses are embedded with the principles of responsible mining, environmental stewardship, and occupational health and safety.
This course produces graduates who are capable of designing, operating and managing metallurgical process systems.
You will undertake advanced training in the core disciplines of mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, process control, process mineralogy, modeling, simulation, and optimization of mineral processing plants, as well as optional specialist units required to further your career in the minerals industry.
Campus Information
Kalgoorlie
Kalgoorlie is a historic mining town in the Goldfields region of Western Australia about 600 km east of Perth. The town was originally established in 1893 when gold was first discovered there, and today it remains an important centre for the state’s mining industry. Just outside the town is the Super Pit – the second-largest open-pit mine in the country. Curtin Kalgoorlie is located next to the Central Business District, with student housing a short walk away, providing a focused living and campus atmosphere. The Student Guild is a focus of student activity such as the renowned WASM wombats mining team.
Intakes
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Careers for extractive metallurgy specialists include in-house specialists in mining and chemical companies, consultants, academics, and researchers.
PSW Opportunity
- Upto 3 Years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Essential course prerequisites
A three-year bachelor's degree in extractive metallurgy or a closely related discipline with a credit average (65 percent) or above in the final year, and at least two years of appropriate work experience. Other qualifications and/or experience may be considered in your application.
The equivalent of one semester's worth of units may be taken from other universities such as the University of Queensland, towards this degree with the approval of the course coordinator.
- Course Code: 078760D
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
77200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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