MSc Exploration Geology

at University of Exeter

This course aims to provide specialist technical training required to carry out exploration programmes in the mining industry. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required in exploration target generation, testing and evaluation. You will learn new skills in GIS, database management, geochemical and geophysical targeting, technical report writing and spatial modelling. This degree allows you to progress into careers in the national and international exploration and mining sectors, and gain transferable skills used in the broader geotechnical, site investigation and environmental industries.
 

This programme is modular and flexible, carrying 180 credits in total and offering flexibility in choice of modules studied.
 

MSc Exploration Geology consists of eight core modules totalling 180 credits, which includes the 60-credit research project.
 

The programme begins in October each year and the taught elements are concluded by May. The research project, under the personal supervision of an expert in the chosen area, continues until October.
 

The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.

Compulsory modules

• Research Project and Dissertation
• Ore Deposit Geology
• Economics, Processing & Environment
• GIS for Mineral Explorationists and Geoenvironmental Engineers
• Mineral Exploration Geophysics
• Exploration Targeting
• Exploration and Mining Geology
• CSM Professionalism MSc

At minimum a 2:1 honours degree from a recognised university in Geology. Consideration will also be given to appropriate equivalent professional qualifications and training on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Requirements
 

• IELTS

  Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section.

• TOEFL

  Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

UK fees per year:
£13,500 full-time
 

International fees per year:
£27,000 full-time

Reputational and networking benefits

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

Graduate skills and destinations

In addition, a degree form Camborne School of Mines will teach the necessary technical skills and theoretical knowledge required, as well as additional complementary skills relating to communications, teamwork and problem solving. We have excellent rates of graduate employment, with many postgraduates working overseas.
 

Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) Survey (2011-2016). Please note that, due to data protection, the job title and organisation do not necessarily correspond.