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About the course
This undergraduate specialisation in Extractive Metallurgy is a set of four units designed to complement an eligible Curtin degree. It broadens your expertise in processing and recovering valuable metals from ores and concentrates, helping you tailor your studies toward metallurgical and minerals industry pathways. You apply for one of the listed eligible degrees and take this specialisation within that course as part of an engineering-focused study plan. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.
Career outcome
Graduates who complete this extractive metallurgy specialisation alongside an eligible Curtin undergraduate degree can strengthen pathways into minerals and metals processing roles. Typical directions include metallurgical or process engineering support, plant and production assistance, hydrometallurgy/pyrometallurgy operations support, and technical roles in mining and resources companies, consultancies, and processing facilities. This outcome aligns with undergraduate engineering study in chemical/extractive processing disciplines.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
