Minerals and energy

Our involvement with the Western Australian minerals and energy industry dates back to 1902 with the establishment of the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM). The oldest constituent part of Curtin, WASM has been the foundation on which Curtin has built its reputation as one of the world's leaders in the field of minerals and energy education and research.

Now, more than 100 years later, Western Australia's resources sector has grown phenomenally and we're taking our endeavours in the field to a new level with the new Curtin Resources and Chemistry Precinct - a state-of-the-art facility that promises to bring the world's best researchers and teachers to Perth. This vibrant environment, with more than 200 professional scientists, engineers and support staff from academia, industry and government, creates the perfect foundation for industry-relevant research.

Through the precinct, WASM and other areas of the University, we will continue to work with industry to find real solutions to real-world problems in the minerals and energy sector. All the while, we'll be training the next generation of scientists and engineers to ensure the continued growth of the sector.

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