Bachelor of Mine Surveying

Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is thus to build the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required for further learning towards becoming a competent practicing Mine Surveyor (technologist). Specifically, the qualification provides graduates with: • Preparation for careers in mining engineering itself and areas that potentially benefit from engineering skills, for achieving technological proficiency and to make a contribution to the economy and national development; • the educational base required to undertake PLATO stage 2 qualifications that will allow them to practice as registered professional Mine Surveyors; • for graduates with an appropriate level of achievement, the ability to enter NQF level 8 programmes and then proceed to a Master’s degree; and • for certificated Mine Surveyors, the education base for achieving proficiency in mine surveyors and occupational health and safety.

Career Opportunities

Advise surveying mining engineers about geological areas that can be profitably mined.

Admission Requirements

Minimum APS 23, English 4 (50%), Mathematics or Technical Mathematics 5 (60%), Physical Science or Technical Science 5 (60%).

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