Choose engineering, mining and surveying at Curtin
In our engineering courses, you’ll develop your problem-solving skills and learn to design, construct and test machines, systems, structures, materials and processes.
Industry-connected experience
Our partnerships with BHP, Cisco, CPB Contractors, CSIRO, NASA, Rio Tinto and Woodside help you gain experience in industry.
#5 in the world
We’re ranked fifth in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering, (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
Outstanding facilities
Our engineering building is 5-star green-rated and contains technologies that double up as hands-on learning tools for students.
Courses that may interest you…
Bachelor of Engineering
Gain your engineering degree using purpose-built facilities and start your career with industry ready skills.
Bachelor of Science (Mining)
Study mining methods, rock mechanics, geology and mine planning.
Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)
Specialise in surveying and learn how to measure the surface of the Earth and its features.
Master of Engineering Management
Combine your engineering knowledge with management skills, and learn optimal ways to lead teams of engineering specialists.
Graduate Diploma (Metallurgy)
Change to a career in mining and gain an understanding of mineral processes and extractive metallurgy.
Graduate Diploma (Mining)
This course will help you start a career in the mining industry.
Master of Professional Engineering
Advance your technical knowledge, skills and professional competencies in an area of engineering.
Master of Science (Industrial Engineering)
Gain expertise in the mathematical side of engineering and develop systems to improve industry productivity.
Master of Science (Mineral and Energy Economics)
Advance your mining career, specialising in economic, financial and management issues.
Communication with industrial leaders or people in the industry is literally the most important thing. So having that sort of connection with people around engineering is very important and Curtin gives that opportunity to students.
Yenuli Manthusi Ranaweera
Job-ready skills
Our courses combine theory with practical study, offer excellent facilities and innovative teaching methods, and prepare you to work in an industry where you can positively impact lives and communities around the world.
Curtin is a leader in research and collaboration, with expertise across many engineering disciplines including chemical, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mechatronic, metallurgical, mining and petroleum engineering.
Do you need to improve your English?
If you choose to improve your English skills by completing a course at Curtin English, you may be eligible to receive the Curtin English scholarship, which gives a financial credit of up to A$7,254* towards the tuition fees of your Curtin University course.
*Terms and Conditions apply
Ready to learn more?
Download our course guide to find out how you can start your study journey with Curtin University.
