Bachelor of Mineral Resources Engineering with Honours at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a unique programme in Malaysia, offering specialized education in mining, quarrying, and the processing of metallic and non-metallic minerals using both conventional and advanced technologies. The programme equips students with strong technical expertise supported by modern approaches in simulation and modelling, particularly for mine and processing plant design, as well as comminution and particle sizing circuit design.

Designed to meet the evolving needs of the minerals and resources industry, the programme prepares graduates to address complex engineering challenges and contribute effectively to sustainable and technologically driven mineral resource development.

Entry Requirements 

• Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.75 

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, etc.), please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for admission assessment.

Career Opportunities

Position

• Mining Engineer
• Quarry Engineer
• Mineral Processing Engineer
• Extractive Metallurgist
• Drilling Engineer
• Safety Engineer
• Blasting Specialist/ Shotfirer
• Technical Executive in Mineral Based Industries
• Technical Executive in Oil & Gas Industries
• Research Officer
• Mining Officer

Related Industries

• Mining and Quarrying
• Oil and Gas
• Environmental and Geotechnical Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Research and Academia
• Policy and Regulation
• Consulting and Project Management
• Technology and Equipment Development
• Government Agencies