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About the course
Designed for professionals in the minerals industry or those preparing for higher study, this Graduate Diploma builds specialist knowledge in extractive metallurgy. You’ll study extraction and refining across comminution, pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy, plus the economic and financial factors shaping the resources sector. Practical learning develops skills in mineral identification, analysis, and working with industry-relevant mineral processing equipment. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.
Career outcome
This qualification supports advancement in the minerals and resources sector for engineers, chemists and related professionals. Graduates may work in mining and mineral processing operations, metal extraction plants and refineries, engineering design and consulting, and metallurgical process R&D. Opportunities also exist in government agencies connected to mineral resources and in legal firms working on intellectual property and industry legislation in extractive metallurgy.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as computer and software engineer, naval engineer, petroleum engineer, environmental engineer, productions engineer, biomedical engineer, and etc. in companies including ExxonMobil, General Motors, Volkswagen Group, Samsung Electronics, General Electric, and etc.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**
