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 Master of Mineral Resources provides professional postgraduate education in areas that impact directly upon the efficient technical, scientific and commercial management of the minerals industry.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of 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.

Master of Mineral Resources

• Exploration Geology Field of StudyExploration Geophysics Field of Study

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

• Master of Philosophy

To complete the Master of Mineral Resources

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Mineral Resources, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

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.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

• Graduate Certificate in Mineral Resources (#8)
• Graduate Diploma in Mineral Resources (#16)