About Graduate Diploma Of Mining in Federation University Australia
The Graduate Diploma in Mining was created with the working engineer in mind. Intended as continuing education for scientists and engineers already involved with the mining industry, it is expected to appeal particularly to civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical and construction engineers, geologists, metallurgists, surveyors and other professionals with an interest in mining practice. This program will build upon the knowledge already gained from invaluable industry experience.
With a range of study modes available, from part time online learning to full time on campus study, this program can be tailored to suit your needs.
The program is designed for full-time study over two years or part-time study over a four year period either via online learning*or via block mode in the form of several full-time periods on campus of one week each, followed by assignments and practical work in the student's place of employment.
Persons not wishing, or not able to, finish the program in minimum time may attend full or half sessions once or twice per year until the required number of courses have been completed.
Completion in one year of full-time study is possible following consultation with the program coordinator.
*Domestic students only, international students are required to study full-time at the Mt Helen Campus.
Career opportunities
- Construction engineer
- Geotechnical engineer
- Mine ventilation officer
- Planning engineer
- Sales engineer
- Consultant
- Mine manager
- Mining engineer
- Project engineer
- Site manager
- Engineer
- Mine safety engineer
- Open pit mining engineer
- Researcher
- Underground mining engineer
The specialised education received in this program will allow you to work at the highest levels within the resources and other related industries.
Mining Engineers work in all parts of the industry from feasibility studies through to mine design, to managing actual production and sales. Our graduates are found working in positions including: Mine Managers, Mine planning engineers, Ventilation officers and engineers, geotechnical roles, consultants and many other roles.
You will be responsible for planning the safest and most cost effective way of extraction of minerals from the ground, rivers or the sea bed and may be involved with designing, installing and supervising the use of mining machinery and equipment and for inspecting the progress of mining operations.
Mining Engineers are also tasked with protecting conditions for both people and the environment in the vicinity of mines.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Completion of an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent degree with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 - 7.0 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT : 60 - 106 with minimums: Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24
- PTE: Overall 50 - 73 (no band less than 58)
Federation University Australia Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Application portal |
Online |
| Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
| Intake Session |
Summer/winter |
| Application fees |
25 AUD |
| Financial aid |
Grants, scholarships, loans |
| English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
Federation University Average Tution Fees and Other Expenses
It is advised that applicants who intend to enrol at the institution set aside an expected budget for foreign students who wish to study in Australia. The typical college expenses are as follows:
The table below lists the fees that international students must pay for the 2020 academic year:
| Fees |
Undergraduate (AUD) |
| Tuition |
14,400 – 34,600 |
| Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) |
752 |
| Living cost (accommodation, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment |
20,290 |
| Total |
35,442 – 55,642 |
