Master of Science in Mining with Mineral Technology

Duration of Study : Full Time: 1 year (Minimum), 3 years (Maximum)
Part Time: 2 years (Minimum), 6 years (Maximum)
Mode of Study : Coursework
Credit Hour : 40 Credit Hours
Medium of Instruction : English
Accreditation : MQA/FA9579

OVERVIEW

  • This program aims to produce graduates with the advanced knowledge on mining and mineral technology with economical, geological, mineralogical, environmental impacts, safety issues, regulations, social responsibility related to the operation, regulation, and technical aspects, life cycle of the mine and on the related processes of a mine.
  • The only master program by coursework for Mining with Mineral Technology in Malaysia.
  • Weekend or evening classes are available with various learning platforms including online case study and site visit.
  • Subjects taught by well experienced industrial practitioners, senior academician and senior officer from the relevant government agencies.
  • An industry-centric curriculum designed based on the stakeholders’ input.
REQUIREMENTS FIELD COURSEWORK MODE
Bachelor’s Degree Other than Computing
  1. CGPA ≥ 2.50; OR
  2. 2.00 ≤ CGPA < 2.50 AND a rigorous internal assessment
Computing
  1. CGPA ≥ 2.50; OR
  2. 2.00 ≤ CGPA < 2.50, 5 years of relevant work experience in the field AND a rigorous internal assessment
APEL.A The APEL.A Certificate is accepted

Notes:

  • For candidates with entry qualification in an irrelevant field, they must undergo a prerequisite course.

  1. All international student candidates must meet the IELTS Band score of 5.0 or equivalent, except for those pursuing these fields:
    1. Language (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
    2. Business Studies (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
    3. Computing (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent or additional requirements)
    4. Biotechnology (IELTS 5.5 and equivalent)
  2. International student candidates who do not meet the English language requirements may be granted conditional approval. Applicants are given a period of two (2) years from the registration date to fulfil their English language requirements. If the student FAILS to meet this English language competency requirement within the stipulated period, they will be discontinued from their study programmes.
  3. The validity period of the IELTS certificate obtained or equivalent must not exceed 2 years from the date of the examination until the candidate's registration.
  4. The TOEFL ITP and PBT certificates are not accepted for admission to this programme.

Exemptions from English language requirement may be granted to the following candidates:

  1. International student candidates who have academic qualifications from institutions that use English as the sole medium of instruction and are applying for a higher level of education at UMPSA. Candidates must submit supporting evidence duly authenticated by the previous university.
  2. International student candidates from countries that use English as their official language.
  3. International student candidates who have graduated from local universities.
  4. International student candidates from Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, and Southern Thailand who are enrolled in study programmes that use languages which are cognate to the Malay language.
  5. International student candidates who have academic qualifications from institutions that use the Malay language as the sole medium of instruction and intend to pursue a higher level of education in Malaysia.
SEMESTER SUBJECT CREDIT HOUR
Semester 1 MMT1113 Mineral Deposition 3
MMT1123 Mining Engineering 1 (Mining Methods and Processes) 3
MMT1133 Excavation and Geo Mechanics 3
MMT1142 Techniques for Mineral Analysis 2
MMT1152 Mineral Processing 2
MMT1162 Research Methodology 2
Semester 2 MMT1213 Mining Engineering 2 (Open Pit Mine Planning and Design Project) 3
MMT1223 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) 3
MMT1232 Material Handling, Reclamation & Rehabilitation 2
MMT1242 Mineral Economics and Markets 2
MMT1252 Mineral Processing Design and Simulation 2
MMT1264 Master Project 1 4
Semester 3 MMT1313 Ethics, Safety and Regulation in Mining 3
MMT1326 Master Project 2 6
Total Credit Hours 40
  Mode of Study Total Fees (RM) Fees Structure
Local Students Full Time RM20,755
Part Time
International Students Full Time RM35,825

Notes:

  • The above fees are only minimum fees per programme and not include Pre-Requisite Course.

This coursework program is also offered at our offshore learning center in Kuala Lumpur, providing greater accessibility for students who may prefer to study in the capital city. This center ensures a convenient option for working professionals, international students, and those based in or near Kuala Lumpur to pursue their studies without needing to relocate to the main campus.

It is important to note that the tuition fees at our learning center differ from those at the main campus, primarily due to factors such as location-specific operational costs, facilities, and support services provided. For further clarification on tuition rates and payment details, prospective students may refer to our website (What We Offer > Fees) or contact our admissions office directly.

Applicants can easily apply online through our admissions portal at https://ipsonline.ump.edu.my/ipsonline/admission_v2/.
To begin the application process:
  1. Sign up as a user – Signing up is free and will grant you access to the online application form.
  2. Once registered, log in to complete your application and upload the necessary documents.
Information related to visa and student pass (for International Student), please refer to https://cir.umpsa.edu.my/index.php/en/.

Institute of Postgraduate Studies
UMPSA Gambang
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah
Lebuh Persiaran Tun Khalil Yaakob
26300, Kuantan
Pahang, Malaysia.

Phone: +609-431 5024
Email: ips@umpsa.edu.my

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