MSc Mining Environmental Management
University of Exeter
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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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OverviewGain specialist expertise that’s centred on environmental geochemistry and mineralogy, as well as a multi-disciplinary skillset covering natural, engineering and social science aspects of mining environmental managementTaught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience departmentUndertake training in the management, remediation and mitigation of the environmental impacts of miningBecome an in-demand geoscientist helping ...Read more

Overview

  • Gain specialist expertise that’s centred on environmental geochemistry and mineralogy, as well as a multi-disciplinary skillset covering natural, engineering and social science aspects of mining environmental management
  • Taught by the internationally established Camborne School of Mines (CSM), a combined mining school and geoscience department
  • Undertake training in the management, remediation and mitigation of the environmental impacts of mining
  • Become an in-demand geoscientist helping mining companies and governments carry out mining as sustainably as possible, and protect the environment from its potentially negative impacts
  • Gain the knowledge and skills for a career in national and international mining and environment industries, consultancy, academia, and government or non-governmental organisation sectors.

Careers

This MSc in Mining Environmental Management offers a unique opportunity to gain specialist knowledge in theory and technologies in the environmental management before, during and after mining. You will gain the knowledge and skill needed to work in relevant roles across sectors including the national and international mining and environment industries, consultancy, academia, and government or non-governmental organisations.

Reputational and networking benefits

A unique benefit of studying at Camborne School of Mines is the community and connections 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

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58/101
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melissa
30 Jan 24

!!!!!!always loved it. did undergrad n stayed longer. im so glad i did so...Read more

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Trey
05 Jan 24

Beautiful campus and amazing location. Lecturers lead their fields and genuinly care about what they are teaching you. Too little mental health support however, and student..Read more

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Entry requirements

A good honours degree from a recognised university (typically a 2:2 or higher) in a science, earth or environmental science, engineering or maths based subject.

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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30 Jan 24
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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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