BACHELOR OF MINERAL RESOURCES ENGINEERING WITH HONOURS

A "Bachelor of Mineral Resources Engineering with Honours" is a specialized engineering degree focused on the sustainable and efficient extraction, processing, and management of mineral resources, which can lead to various careers in the mining and extractive industries. 

Here's a breakdown of what this degree typically involves: 

• What it is:

  This degree equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the entire mineral resources lifecycle, from exploration and extraction to processing and environmental management.

• Key areas of study:

  Depending on the institution, these programs usually include core topics such as:
  • Geology and Mineralogy: Understanding the formation, distribution, and properties of minerals.
  • Mining Engineering: Methods of extraction and infrastructure for mines, including safety considerations.
  • Mineral Processing: Techniques for extracting valuable minerals from ore, such as crushing, milling, and flotation.
  • Environmental Engineering: Minimizing the environmental impact of mining operations.
  • Economics and Business: Understanding the economics of resource extraction and the business aspects of the industry.

• Honours Level:

  The "with Honours" designation typically signifies a higher academic standard, requiring a dissertation or research project in a specific area of Mineral Resources Engineering.

• Career Paths:

  Graduates can pursue careers in various roles within the mining industry, including:
  • Mining Engineer
  • Geologist/Mining Geologist
  • Mineral Processor
  • Environmental Engineer/Consultant (within the Mining sector)
  • Project Manager
  • Research and Development

• Examples of Universities

  University Sains Malaysia offers a Mineral Resources Engineering (Honours) program.