Engineering School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering

Mining and Petroleum engineering careers

have never been so broad or exciting in scope

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  • No. 4 in the World

    QS World University Rankings, 2020

  • No. 13 in the World

    Academic Ranking of World Universities, 2020

  • Top 3 in Australia

    Mineral and Mining Engineering, QS Top Universities Ranking by Subject, 2020
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Energy & resources

Engineers have unique skills to identify sources of energy or resources that can be used in various ways to meet the needs of society. Mining resources helps us generate a range of energy sources, including renewable energy.

Research & impact

Our research

The School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, brings together research expertise and industry collaborations to advance the future of clean energy and sustainable resources, reducing our footprint for future generations.

Research areas

Our research areas consist of multidisciplinary teams driving transformational solutions, meeting the challenges of the mineral and energy resources sector. We drive sustainability through our applied research.

Facilities

Our world-class research facilities and laboratories support our staff and students to develop innovative strategies, research and technologies to impact positive change in the minerals and energy sector.

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