Bachelor of Applied Science - Mining Engineering (QE) at Queen's University - Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-04-18

Program overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Mining Engineering at Queen's University is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the global mining industry. With over 125 years of experience, the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining is the largest mining department in Canada and ranks among the largest worldwide. This program focuses on the essential skills and knowledge required to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of mining operations. Students will engage in a comprehensive curriculum that covers various engineering disciplines, ensuring they are well-equipped to tackle the challenges of the mining sector.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Mining Engineering program is structured to provide a robust educational foundation over a four-year period. Key features of the program include:

Hands-on learning experiences through on-campus laboratories, including a rock mechanics laboratory and a mine environment laboratory.
Innovative virtual reality (VR) tours of mineral processing plants to familiarize students with equipment and processes.
Field trips to international mines, enhancing practical understanding of the mining industry.
Opportunities for paid internships through the Queen’s Undergraduate Internship Program (QUIP).
Completion of a thesis project, which may involve designing and analyzing mine installations or conducting feasibility studies.

Students can also choose to focus their studies in specialized areas such as Mining Engineering, Mineral Processing, and Environmental Engineering, or Mine Mechanical Engineering.

Featured Experiences

The Mining Engineering program offers several unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

Virtual reality tours of mineral processing plants, providing immersive learning opportunities.
Access to specialized laboratories, including the only well-equipped explosives test facility in Canada.
Field trips to international mines, with recent visits to locations in Arizona and Nevada.
Paid internship opportunities through QUIP, allowing students to gain valuable industry experience.
Thesis projects that involve real-world applications in mine design and feasibility studies.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Science in Mining Engineering can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Mining Engineer: Responsible for designing and managing mining operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Mineral Processing Engineer: Focuses on the treatment of mined ore to produce valuable products, including environmental compliance.
Mine Planner: Develops plans for the extraction of minerals, considering economic and environmental factors.
Geotechnical Engineer: Specializes in the behavior of earth materials, ensuring the stability of mining structures.
Environmental Engineer: Works on minimizing the environmental impact of mining activities and ensuring compliance with regulations.

These roles offer exciting opportunities for adventure and travel, making a career in mining engineering both rewarding and dynamic.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-04-18

Program overview

Academic Requirements

For students applying to the Bachelor of Applied Science - Mining Engineering program, the following Academic Requirements must be met:

Minimum GPA: The minimum average needed to fall within the competitive range is approximately 8 out of 10 based on the Vietnam grading scale.
Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
Prerequisite Courses: Applicants must have completed the following senior upper secondary courses:
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam, the following additional requirements apply:

High School Certificate: Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate) is required.

It is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

English Proficiency Requirements

If you did not study in an English-speaking country or if English is not your first language, you must prove your English proficiency through an English language test or the QBridge Language Pathway programs.

If an English Language test score is required, you will find it listed in your To Do List in your Solus student account. If you have been asked to submit an English language test and believe this does not apply to you, you may request a waiver. For more information, see English Proficiency Requirement Waivers below.

Queen’s University reserves the right to request an English language test result from any applicant at any time, when necessary.

Acceptable Proof of English Proficiency

The scores listed below are the minimum English Proficiency requirements for admission to our undergraduate degree programs. We strongly advise you to complete your test and submit your scores to us well before the published deadline. It may take several weeks before your test results are released until they reach Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment. The only acceptable way to submit your test results to Queen’s University is via the testing body.

To match your results to your application, please ensure that you use the same information as your application for admission to Queen’s. This includes first (given), surname (last/family name), date of birth, and gender. We are unable to match the results received with differing information.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A score of 6.5 on Academic Module with no band below 6.0
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
- iBT (Internet Based TOEFL)/88 overall: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking, 20 Reading, 20 Listening;
- Paper Based TOEFL (PBT)/580 (TBC)
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Overall band of 70 with no band below 60
Queen’s School of English: Successful completion of QBridge Programming
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 60
Duolingo English Test: Minimum score 120
Cambridge English: 175, with no component below 170
LanguageCert Academic: 70, with no individual score below 65

English Language Proficiency test results are valid for a maximum of two years before beginning studies at Queen's.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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