University of Exeter to Relaunch Historic Mining Engineering Degree Programme

University of Exeter to Relaunch Historic Mining Engineering Degree Programme

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter is relaunching its undergraduate Mining Engineering degree programme at the Penryn Campus, starting in the 2025/26 academic year. The programme, part of the University’s Engineering 2030 Strategy, is reintroduced by the Camborne School of Mines after a five-year break. Industry leaders have praised the move, recognizing its importance in meeting the growing demand for critical minerals and supporting sustainable development.

(PRESS RELEASE) EXETER, 5-Aug-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — The University of Exeter has announced the relaunch of its renowned undergraduate Mining Engineering degree programme at the Penryn Campus in Cornwall, set to begin in the 2025/26 academic year. This programme, delivered by experts from the prestigious Camborne School of Mines, returns after a five-year hiatus.

As part of the University’s Engineering 2030 Strategy, the reintroduced degree aims to expand the portfolio of engineering programmes available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Students enrolled in the new and existing engineering programmes will share a common first year and can opt for the dedicated Mining Engineering programme from their second year onwards. The University is also planning to establish scholarships to support students transitioning into the programme.

The announcement was made by Professor Lisa Roberts, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Exeter, during a recent Camborne School of Mines Association gala dinner in Perth, Australia. Professor Roberts highlighted the significance of the Camborne School of Mines in providing essential skills, research, and innovation in mining and critical minerals resourcing. She emphasized the importance of the mining sector in addressing the global demand for critical minerals, crucial for achieving Net Zero and tackling the climate emergency.

Professor Pat Foster, Head of the Camborne School of Mines, expressed excitement about the programme’s reintroduction, noting the institution’s legacy of producing top-tier mining professionals. He underscored the current relevance of mining education in supporting the transition to net zero and meeting the increasing demand for critical minerals.

Industry leaders have welcomed the news. Matt Daley, Technical & Operations Director of Anglo American, praised the initiative, acknowledging the upcoming need for skilled mining engineers to support the growing demand for critical metals and minerals essential for decarbonization and sustainable development. Andrew Fulton, President of the Mining Association of the UK and Chairperson of the UK Mining Education Forum, also commended the move, highlighting its importance for the UK mining industry’s role in a sustainable transition to net zero.

For more information about the new undergraduate Mining Engineering programme and ways to support future mining engineers, interested parties are encouraged to contact Professor Pat Foster at p.j.foster@exeter.ac.uk.

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SOURCE: University of Exeter