| UCAS code | J118 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 year integrated degree programme: 1 year Foundation year plus 3 year undergraduate degree programme |
| Entry year | 2025 |
| Campus |
Streatham Campus, Exeter (year 1), and Penryn Campus, Cornwall (years 2-4) |
| Discipline | Mining Engineering |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | Eligibility: UK (Home Fee) students who fulfil the criteria as shown within our eligibility criteria below. |
|---|---|
Overview
- Cover the core mathematics required to successfully complete a Mining Engineering degree programme at the University of Exeter.
- Learn in a friendly and structured environment where you will be supported academically and personally as you prepare to study a Mining Engineering undergraduate degree.
- Provided you achieve the specific progression criteria, you will progress into Year 1 of the BEng Mining Engineering programme (Penryn Campus).
- Depending upon the qualifications you’ve gained prior to beginning the Foundation programme it may be possible to transfer to an undergraduate programme in Engineering, Mathematics, Natural Sciences or Physics which has a foundation year, provided you meet the entry requirements for that programme.
Please note: year 1 of this course is taught at Streatham Campus in Exeter (Devon). For years 2-4 you will then move to the Penryn Campus (Cornwall).
Who this course is for
We believe that fair access to higher education is a fundamental enabler for social mobility and are committed to delivering this through our education. We aim to widen participation and raise attainment - bridging gaps in retention, progression and success - to ensure our students enjoy the best possible outcome.
In support of the University’s Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria, or are classed as Mature Students, and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not been able to take A-level Mathematics alongside a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma. Check if you are eligible to join this programme on our contextual offer webpages.
If you are an international student looking for a foundation course, please visit our INTO page.
Top 15 in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering
QS University World Subject Rankings 2024
Strong employment opportunities available nationally and worldwide
The only mining engineering degree offered in the UK
Join a global network of Camborne School of Mines alumni when you graduate
Eligibility criteria
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| A-Level | BCC | C in Maths and B in a Science* subject. (See below under 'read more') We will also accept AS Maths at A or Core Maths at A in lieu of A-Level Maths. |
| IB | 26/544 | Maths HL 4 or SL 6, and HL 5 in a Science subject. |
| BTEC | DMM | Applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered without GCE A-Level Maths and Science subjects: Construction and the Built Environment, Building Services Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| GCSE | 4/C | Grade C or 4 in GCSE English language |
| Access to HE | 19 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 26 L3 credits at Merit Grade | 12 L3 credits in Maths at Pass Grade and 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade or above in another Science subject |
| T-Levels | T-Levels not accepted | N/A |
NB General Studies is not included in any offer.
In support of the University’s Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not been able to take A-level Mathematics alongside a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma. Check if you are eligible to join this programme on our contextual offer webpages.
*Accepted GCE A-Level/AS science subjects include: Biology/Human Biology; Chemistry; Computing; Design and Technology; Electronics; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Life and Health Sciences; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Statistics.
Course content
The Foundation Year is part of an integrated 4 year undergraduate degree programme. The information below relates to the Foundation Year only. Please see our 'pathways' below for further information and details of the modules available on the degree programmes you can progress to from the Foundation Year.
The course comprises of 90 credits of core maths, to elevate students’ knowledge to A-level grade A standard, plus some aspects of the further maths curriculum, but concentrating on developing core mathematical skills.
The other 30 credits comprise a project that includes key skills for university study.
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.
The courses listed below are the pathway options available for these integrated 4-year undergraduate degree programmes. In the second term of your Foundation Year, you will specialise in your chosen course:
Taught at Streatham Campus, Devon:
- Chemical Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
- Civil Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
- Computer Science with Foundation Year BSc
- Data Science with Foundation Year BSc
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
- Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
- Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
- Mathematics with Foundation Year BSc
- Natural Sciences with Foundation Year BSc
- Physics with Foundation Year BSc
- Robotics and Artificial Intelligence with Foundation Year BEng
Taught at Penryn Campus, Cornwall:
Fees
Tuition fees for 2025 entry
UK students: £9,250 per year
International students: £30,900 per year
Scholarships
The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students, such as our Global Excellence Scholarships*. Financial support is also available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, lower income households and other under-represented groups to help them access, succeed and progress through higher education.
* Terms and conditions apply. See online for details.
We’re really proud to launch our foundation programme pathways which demonstrate the University of Exeter’s commitment to widening access to our engineering, maths, physics and natural science programmes.
For any student who has not had the opportunity to demonstrate their true ability in A-level maths, whether through educational disadvantage, exceptional circumstances or making the wrong choices, this programme offers an alternative route into STEM at Exeter.
Read more from Professor Nicola King
Professor Nicola King
Associate Dean for Education
Learning and teaching
The way you learn at university may be different from what you have experienced before. Depending on your course, you may encounter a variety of teaching methods.
In the Foundation year of this programme, you will experience a range of teaching and learning activities including lectures, workshops, tutorials, group projects/presentations and/or seminars. The mathematics modules at this stage comprise of 90 credits in total, while the 'Science: Skills and Culture' module is 30 credits. You should expect your total workload to average about 40 hours per week during term time including guided independent study hours.
Visit the course page for BEng Mining Engineering for more details about the learning and teaching methods for the subsequent years of your degree programme.
A research and practice led culture
You will benefit from teaching by academic staff comprising of internationally-recognised experts active across a wide range of topics in your chosen degree programme. As you progress through your degree, you will hear about the latest research and have opportunities to become involved in a research project yourself.
Private study and support
You will be allocated a personal tutor who will be happy to advise or put you in touch with support services, and you are encouraged to discuss subject-related questions with tutors and lecturers who advertise regular office hours. Extra support is available, for example through our peer mentor scheme, and we have an active student-staff liaison committee.
Assessment
Modules are assessed by a combination of summative assessments. You must pass your foundation year and meet the progression criteria to progress, but the results do not count towards your degree classification.
Your future
A rich curriculum enhanced by strong links with industry
Throughout the BEng Mining Engineering degree, a strong emphasis is placed on your personal and professional development.
You will develop the essential skills valued by employers, such as:
- problem-solving
- teamwork
- decision-making
- communication
- planning and organising
- time management
- presentation
- and leadership.
You’ll benefit from the hundreds of links with industry we have established through collaborative research and consultation. Student projects are usually industrially driven and often directly involve a company. This provides an opportunity for you to undertake commercially important projects at the forefront of technology, gain invaluable experience and enhance your employability.
The Camborne School of Mines Association and the award-winning University of Exeter Careers Service have the skills and a strong network of alumni to help you find employment.
Employer Visits
There are regular employer events from local and international mining companies and mining support companies throughout the year. These allow our students to network and meet with potential employers, and learn more about possible career paths. There are also regular guest lectures from industry experts on the current state of the art.
