MSc Minerals Processing
University of Exeter
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MSc - Master of Science

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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SEP-25

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MSc - Master of Science

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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OverviewBenefit from teaching that is informed by our leading research in Mining and Minerals EngineeringTaught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience departmentExplore the responsible management of mineral developmentDelivered by mining experts and aligned with industry needs, you’ll be prepared for a career in a variety of multi-disciplinary roles across the sectorGain the knowledge and skills to become a Mineral Process ...Read more

Overview

  • Benefit from teaching that is informed by our leading research in Mining and Minerals Engineering
  • Taught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience department
  • Explore the responsible management of mineral development
  • Delivered by mining experts and aligned with industry needs, you’ll be prepared for a career in a variety of multi-disciplinary roles across the sector
  • Gain the knowledge and skills to become a Mineral Process Engineer, and play a vital role in societal progression by feeding innovation and creating products

Careers

Reputational and networking benefits

A unique benefit studying at Camborne School of Mines is the community and relations you will gain both during, and after your studies. Camborne School of Mines has a world-class reputation and excellent alumni network, allowing our graduates to prosper in their respective fields in all corners of the globe:

“I have worked in many places around the world and have yet to visit a country where I could not find at least one CSM graduate. In fact, there are normally several and they can often be found in influential positions.”

Tim Henderson, CSM graduate and current Technical Director at Glencore

Graduate skills and destinations

The MSc in Minerals Processing will qualify graduates with both technical expertise and a solid understanding of the industry and business aspects; as well as additional complementary skills relating to communications, teamwork and problem solving.

CSM graduates have gone on to progress into higher level employment and management within the mining industry. Companies they have gone on to work for vary from Glencore, to Atlas and Vedanta Resources to First Quantum Minerals.

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58/101
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Emma
21 Feb 22

The University of Exeter Penryn is a really beautiful campus in Cornwall, really close to the beach and, importantly to me, away from the big city life, but with plenty of shops..Read more

SR
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16 Jan 20

It was amazing, I slightly regret not doing a masters there and moving out of the university because the community of the university is amazing: everyone knows everyone and the..Read more

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Entry requirements

A good honours degree, normally above a 2:2, in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject, from a recognised university.

Tuition fees

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£13,700 per year

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£27,500 per year

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£27,500 per year

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Emma
21 Feb 22
Geology BSc (Hons)
The University of Exeter Penryn is a really beautiful campus in Cornwall, really close to the beach and, importantly to me, away from the big city life, but with plenty of shops...
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SR
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16 Jan 20
Geology BSc (Hons)
It was amazing, I slightly regret not doing a masters there and moving out of the university because the community of the university is amazing: everyone knows everyone and the...
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University of Exeter
Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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