Course Overview

About This Course

Grounded in chemistry, geology and environmental science, this double degree will give you comprehensive skills in improving industrial procedures in the mining sector. You will explore the development, design and operation of processes for the extraction, conversion and recovery of materials. You'll study minerals processing, hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy; and, following your Engineering Foundation Year, you'll specialise in biosystems engineering, chemical engineering or oil and gas. You'll also gain a solid understanding of environmental conservation and sustainability, helping to equip you for lead roles in the development of processes that extract, convert and recover materials and metals. As part of this course, you'll complete at least 12 weeks of exposure to professional engineering practice.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Curtin Perth, Kent Street, Bentley WA 6102

78 Murray St, Perth, WA 6000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Guaranteed ATAR/Selection Rank: 80
Prerequisite subject (Essential): Mathematics Methods ATAR
Prerequisite subject (Essential): At least one of the following: Chemistry ATAR; or Physics ATAR; or Engineering Studies ATAR
Must meet Curtin's English language requirements (see IELTS table on course page)
Curtin course switcher: Attained an ATAR of 80 or above, OR completed 200 credit points in the Indigenous Pre-Science and Engineering Enabling Course, OR completed a total 100 credit points with at least 75 credit points completed in the semester prior to course switching in the Bachelor of Science (Multidisciplinary Science) or another Curtin undergraduate course, OR completed a total 100 credit points with at least part-time enrolment of 50 credits in the two continuing semesters prior to course switching
Curtin course switcher: Met Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
Curtin course switcher: Met one of the following prerequisites (or equivalent): Chemistry ATAR or Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR
Curtin course switcher: Achieved an academic status of Good Standing
Higher education course switcher: A minimum ATAR/Selection Rank of 80 (Selection Ranks assessed based on tertiary studies)
Higher education course switcher: Met Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite (or equivalent)
Higher education course switcher: Met one of the following prerequisites (or equivalent): Chemistry ATAR or Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR
Higher education course switcher: Achieved an academic status of Good Standing
VET/TAFE pathway: Advanced Diploma of Engineering (2 years) or Curtin College Diploma of Engineering, plus met the subject prerequisites
STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway, but may be used to demonstrate English language proficiency
The Mathematics Methods ATAR prerequisite can be met with: MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus or MATH1016 Calculus 1
The Physics ATAR prerequisite can be met with: PHYS1006 Foundation of Physics
The Chemistry ATAR prerequisite can be met with: CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry and CHEM1001 Biological Chemistry (Note: CHEM1003 does not meet Chemistry ATAR prerequisite but is required in BEng(Hons) for students without Chemistry ATAR background)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Career outcomes include: Chemical engineer, Metallurgist, Process engineer, Process metallurgist, Production/operations engineer, Plant metallurgist, Risk and safety manager. Industries include: Mining, Energy and energy storage, Bioengineering and biotechnology, Agrochemical, Food processing, Mineral and material processing, Pharmaceutical, Semiconductor, Biomass and sugar refining, Cement and lime production, Industrial and fine chemical production, Petrochemical and polymer production, Paper and board manufacture, Water and wastewater treatment.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Engineers Australia (EA)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Engineers Australia

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this double degree professionally accredited?

Yes. This course is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), and recognised internationally. Graduates may also be eligible for membership of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).

How long does it take to complete this double degree?

The Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours), Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy) takes 5 years to complete if studied full-time. Part-time study is also available.

What work experience is included in this course?

As part of this course, you'll complete at least 12 weeks of exposure to professional engineering practice. Curtin also offers work-integrated learning opportunities to help you develop real-world experience and connect with industry before you graduate.

What subjects do I need to have studied to be eligible for this course?

You must have completed Mathematics Methods ATAR, and at least one of the following: Chemistry ATAR, Physics ATAR, or Engineering Studies ATAR. These prerequisites can also be met through equivalent Curtin units such as MATH1014 Foundations of Calculus or MATH1016 Calculus 1 for Mathematics Methods, PHYS1006 Foundation of Physics for Physics, and CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry plus CHEM1001 Biological Chemistry for Chemistry.

What areas will I specialise in during this double degree?

You'll study minerals processing, hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy, and following your Engineering Foundation Year, you'll specialise in biosystems engineering, chemical engineering or oil and gas. The degree also covers environmental conservation and sustainability within the context of extracting, converting and recovering materials and metals.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $115,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $115,000 to $145,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Chemical EngineerProcess EngineerProduction EngineerChemical Plant EngineerEnvironmental Engineer

Key Skills

Mass and energy balance analysis for chemical processesChemical process design and optimisationThermodynamics and heat transfer engineeringFluid mechanics and transport phenomenaReaction engineering and catalysis

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