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1. Programme Title: Mining Engineering	NQF Level:	6

2. Description of the Programme (as in the Business Approval Form)
The Mining Engineering degree is taught by the University’s Camborne School of Mines (CSM), which has more than 120 years’ experience in training mining engineers and an excellent international reputation. The degree programme is multidisciplinary, including elements of civil and mechanical engineering, geology, metallurgy, economics, project management and safety and sustainable development. It’s also highly vocational, so in addition to lecture-based study, the programme includes field trips, tours, a summer industrial placement and practical classes in surveying. You will generally spend your second year summer vacation gaining work experience anywhere from Australia to the UK. The Mining Engineering degree programme is professionally accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), providing the opportunity for you to work towards Chartered Engineer status after you graduate.

2. Description of the Programme (as in the Business Approval Form)

The Mining Engineering degree is taught by the University’s Camborne School of Mines (CSM), which has more than 120 years’ experience in training mining engineers and an excellent international reputation.

The degree programme is multidisciplinary, including elements of civil and mechanical engineering, geology, metallurgy, economics, project management and safety and sustainable development. It’s also highly vocational, so in addition to lecture-based study, the programme includes field trips, tours, a summer industrial placement and practical classes in surveying. You will generally spend your second year summer vacation gaining work experience anywhere from Australia to the UK.

The Mining Engineering degree programme is professionally accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), providing the opportunity for you to work towards Chartered Engineer status after you graduate.

3. Educational Aims of the Programme
1. The College aims to produce graduates that can: Be flexible mining/quarrying engineering graduates equipped to work effectively within industrial teams or research and development groups, contributing specialist skills, demonstrating an awareness of the context within which they work, and taking responsibility for their own personal and professional development. 2. Through this programme, the College will provide students with: learning opportunities to match their abilities and aspirations, personal academic support and pastoral support through their university career, appropriate methods of teaching and assessment and a programme of study that they find demanding, interesting and intellectually stimulating, while allowing them to enjoy other aspects of university life.

3. Educational Aims of the Programme

1. The College aims to produce graduates that can:
Be flexible mining/quarrying engineering graduates equipped to work effectively within industrial teams or research and development groups, contributing specialist skills, demonstrating an awareness of the context within which they work, and taking responsibility for their own personal and professional development.

2. Through this programme, the College will provide students with: learning opportunities to match their abilities and aspirations, personal academic support and pastoral support through their university career, appropriate methods of teaching and assessment and a programme of study that they find demanding, interesting and intellectually stimulating, while allowing them to enjoy other aspects of university life.

4. Programme Structure
Your BEng programme is a (3) year programme of study at National Qualification Framework (NQF) level (6) (as confirmed against the FHEQ). This programme is divided into (3) Stages. Each Stage is normally equivalent to an academic year. The programme is also divided into units of study called modules which are assigned a number of credits. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work. Interim Awards If you do not complete the programme you may be able to exit with a lower qualification. If you have achieved 120 credits, you may be awarded a Certificate of Higher Education, and if you achieve 240 credits, where at least 90 credits are at level 2 or above, you may be awarded a Diploma of Higher Education.

4. Programme Structure

Your BEng programme is a (3) year programme of study at National Qualification Framework (NQF) level (6) (as confirmed against the FHEQ). This programme is divided into (3) Stages. Each Stage is normally equivalent to an academic year. The programme is also divided into units of study called modules which are assigned a number of credits. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.

Interim Awards

If you do not complete the programme you may be able to exit with a lower qualification. If you have achieved 120 credits, you may be awarded a Certificate of Higher Education, and if you achieve 240 credits, where at least 90 credits are at level 2 or above, you may be awarded a Diploma of Higher Education.

5. Programme Modules

Stage 1

Code	Title	Credits	Compulsory	NonCondonable
CSM1027	Mathematics 1A	15	Yes	No
CSM1045	Surveying and Digital Mapping	15	Yes	No
CSM1029	Mining and Minerals Engineering	15	Yes	Yes
CSM1030	Geology	15	Yes	No
CSM1033	Mathematics 1B	15	Yes	Yes
CSM1256	Engineering Mechanics	15	Yes	Yes
CSM1257	Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics	15	Yes	Yes
CSM1259	Electrical & Electronic Principles	15	Yes	Yes

During the year students will undertake a five day Industrial Experience course where they will use mining equipment and explosives. They will also attend a two week Survey Field course between stages 1 and 2.

Stage 2

Code	Title	Credits	Compulsory	NonCondonable
CSM2178	Fluid Mechanics	15	Yes	No
CSM2179	Mathematics 2	15	Yes	Yes
CSM2185	Geotechnics	15	Yes	Yes
CSM2180	Mining and Surveying	15	Yes	Yes
CSM2050	Safety and Sustainable Development	15	Yes	No
CSM2186	Surface Mining and Mine Transport	15	Yes	Yes
CSM2187	Project Management and Accounting	15	Yes	Yes
CSM2188	Mechanics of Materials	15	Yes	No

Between the second and third stages students will spend at least 8 weeks working in the mining industry gaining industrial experience.

Stage 3

Code	Title	Credits	Compulsory	NonCondonable
CSM3038	Surface Excavation Design	15	Yes	No
CSM3444	Soil Mechanics with Mine Tailings Engineering	15	Yes	No
CSM3040	Minerals Engineering	15	Yes	No
CSM3041	Tunnelling and Excavation Design	15	Yes	No
CSM3042	Industrial Placement & Project	15	Yes	Yes
CSM3043	Working Environment and Ventilation	15	Yes	No
CSM3044	Mining Economics and Design	15	Yes	No
CSM3332	Feasibility Study	15	Yes	Yes

6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning & Assessment Methods
On successfully completing the programme you will be able to:	Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be accommodated & facilitated by the following learning & teaching and evidenced by the following assessment methods:
A Specialised Subject Skills & Knowledge Demonstrate: 1. Sound knowledge of mathematics, physics and statistics with an ability to apply this to mining related issues, including design. 2. A use of scientific principles underpinning mining/quarrying engineering. 3. An understanding of the structure and properties of metals and other materials and their application. 4. Management and business practices including finance, law, marketing and personnel. 5. Ethical and social issues related to mining/quarrying engineering and professional responsibilities.	Learning & Teaching Activities Stage 1-3: Material is introduced by lectures and directed reading/research and students are given very clear guidance in how to manage their learning. Understanding is developed and consolidated in tutorials and by laboratory and private study exercises, carried out individually and in groups, both self-assessed and tutor marked to provide rapid feedback. Project work is used extensively to integrate material and make knowledge functional. Students also complete a residential two week long subject specific Summer survey course, at the end of stage 1. During the 1st term of stage 2 they complete a week long subject specific underground survey course. Between stage 2 and stage 3 they must complete a minimum of 8 weeks vacation work in an appropriate industrial position. Prior to the beginning of stage 3 students are taken on a week long industrial tour. 1 is supported explicitly by dedicated mathematics modules in stages one and two and then developed by use in other modules throughout the programme. 2 is supported explicitly by stage 1 engineering modules and implicitly by several other modules in stages 2 and 3. 3 is supported explicitly by stage 1 engineering modules ie, Mechanics of Materials and by several other modules. 4 is supported by Project Management & Accounting, Mineral Economics & Design, Feasibility Study, Safety & Sustainable Development in stage 3. 4 is supported by Project Management & Accounting in stage 2, Safety & Sustainable development and Feasibility Study in stage 3.
Assessment Methods Direct assessment is through a range of formal written examinations, and marked coursework in the form of problem sheets, laboratory reports, reports/essays based on directed reading and research. Project work is assessed through a combination of supervisor report, peer assessment and formal assessment of final reports and presentations. The production of a satisfactory vacation report is compulsory and is assessed under (CSM3042).
B Academic Discipline Core Skills & Knowledge Intellectual (thinking) skills – able to: 1. Demonstrate a systematic and creative approach to problem solving. 2. Apply appropriate mathematical methods, scientific principles and computer based methods to the modelling, analysis and solution of practical mining/quarrying engineering problems, and apply them creatively and realistically in practical solutions. 3. Take a holistic approach to design and problem solving. 4. Assess and manage risks (e.g.: commercial, safety, environmental etc.). 5. Take personal responsibility for acting in a professional and ethical manner. Practical skills – able to: 6. Select and use appropriate ICT based tools for analysis, design and communication of designs. 7. Select and use laboratory instrumentation appropriately and correctly. 8. Construct prototype products, systems, experimental apparatus etc. 9. Work safely in a mining related environment, workshop or other environment etc., and promote safe practice.	Learning & Teaching Activities 1 and 2 are integrated into most modules and developed steadily throughout the 3 stages. 3 and 4 are introduced in several modules during the first 2 stages of study and are developed more systematically in the 3rd stage modules of the Industrial Placement and Project, Feasibility Study. 5 and 6 are developed by use in modules throughout the programme, but also in the 8 week industrial placement and the industrial tour run in stage 3. Students are exposed to internal industrial experience in the form of a week long Mining Induction Course. 9 is introduced in the Mining & Minerals Engineering module in stage 1. These practical skills are then developed in laboratory work carried out as an integral part of many modules, and in the project work that makes up much of the programme, particularly in stage 3.
Assessment Methods Analytical skills are assessed within many modules through a range of formal written examinations, and marked coursework in the form of problem sheets etc. These skills are primarily shown in project work however. Modules in stages 2 and 3 include many small scale projects, assessed by practical work/results and reports. These lead into the stage 3 Industrial Placement and Project, assessed on the basis of practical work/results and final report by a supervisor and second examiner against clearly set out assessment criteria. The practical skills are assessed in part through laboratory reports throughout stages 1 and 2, but mainly through project work in stage 3 where they are used extensively. The one week Mining Induction Course promotes safe practice.
C Personal / Transferable / Employment Skills & Knowledge 1. Communicate effectively and persuasively using the full range of currently available methods. 2. Manage resources and time. 3. Work in a team, which may be multi-disciplinary. 4. Learn independently, identifying own personal development needs and goals, reflecting on own performance and managing own personal development. 5. Obtain and process information from a wide range of sources, which may be conflicting, analyse it critically and apply this information in mining/quarrying engineering applications. 6. Sort, manipulate and present data in a way that facilitates effective analysis and decision making.	Learning & Teaching Activities Skills 1 and 2 are introduced in Mining & Minerals Engineering in stage 1, and then used increasingly throughout the programme. 1 is developed through regular oral and written presentations of work, particularly in the main projects. 2 and 4 are initially developed in stage 1 with students being required to carry out regular reviews of their own progress, upon which they get formal feedback through the tutorial system. 3 is developed through laboratory and project group work in many modules, including the Feasibility Study. 5 and 6 are similarly developed by a wide range of project and assignment work culminating in the stage 3 Industrial Placement and Project.
Assessment Methods Assessment of key skills is mostly through items of coursework: written and oral presentations, and through project work. 1 is explicitly assessed as part of the Mining & Minerals Engineering module during stage 1 and implicitly in the continuous part of many other module assessments. 2 is implicit in much of all the students study but is explicitly tested in the main projects. 3 is implicitly assessed in group work throughout the programme. 5 and 6 are implicitly assessed in many modules, particularly the Feasibility Study.

6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning & Assessment Methods

On successfully completing the programme you will be able to:

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be accommodated & facilitated by the following learning & teaching and evidenced by the following assessment methods:

A Specialised Subject Skills & Knowledge

Demonstrate:

1. Sound knowledge of mathematics, physics and statistics with an ability to apply this to mining related issues, including design.

2. A use of scientific principles underpinning mining/quarrying engineering.

3. An understanding of the structure and properties of metals and other materials and their application.

4. Management and business practices including finance, law, marketing and personnel.

5. Ethical and social issues related to mining/quarrying engineering and professional responsibilities.

Learning & Teaching Activities

Stage 1-3:

Material is introduced by lectures and directed reading/research and students are given very clear guidance in how to manage their learning. Understanding is developed and consolidated in tutorials and by laboratory and private study exercises, carried out individually and in groups, both self-assessed and tutor marked to provide rapid feedback. Project work is used extensively to integrate material and make knowledge functional. Students also complete a residential two week long subject specific Summer survey course, at the end of stage 1. During the 1st term of stage 2 they complete a week long subject specific underground survey course. Between stage 2 and stage 3 they must complete a minimum of 8 weeks vacation work in an appropriate industrial position. Prior to the beginning of stage 3 students are taken on a week long industrial tour.

1 is supported explicitly by dedicated mathematics modules in stages one and two and then developed by use in other modules throughout the programme. 2 is supported explicitly by stage 1 engineering modules and implicitly by several other modules in stages 2 and 3.

3 is supported explicitly by stage 1 engineering modules ie, Mechanics of Materials and by several other modules. 4 is supported by Project Management & Accounting, Mineral Economics & Design, Feasibility Study, Safety & Sustainable Development in stage 3. 4 is supported by Project Management & Accounting in stage 2, Safety & Sustainable development and Feasibility Study in stage 3.

Assessment Methods

Direct assessment is through a range of formal written examinations, and marked coursework in the form of problem sheets, laboratory reports, reports/essays based on directed reading and research. Project work is assessed through a combination of supervisor report, peer assessment and formal assessment of final reports and presentations. The production of a satisfactory vacation report is compulsory and is assessed under (CSM3042).

B Academic Discipline Core Skills & Knowledge

Intellectual (thinking) skills – able to:

1. Demonstrate a systematic and creative approach to problem solving.

2. Apply appropriate mathematical methods, scientific principles and computer based methods to the modelling, analysis and solution of practical mining/quarrying engineering problems, and apply them creatively and realistically in practical solutions.

3. Take a holistic approach to design and problem solving.

4. Assess and manage risks (e.g.: commercial, safety, environmental etc.).

5. Take personal responsibility for acting in a professional and ethical manner.

Practical skills – able to:

6. Select and use appropriate ICT based tools for analysis, design and communication of designs.

7. Select and use laboratory instrumentation appropriately and correctly.

8. Construct prototype products, systems, experimental apparatus etc.

9. Work safely in a mining related environment, workshop or other environment etc., and promote safe practice.

Learning & Teaching Activities

1 and 2 are integrated into most modules and developed steadily throughout the 3 stages. 3 and 4 are introduced in several modules during the first 2 stages of study and are developed more systematically in the 3rd stage modules of the Industrial Placement and Project, Feasibility Study. 5 and 6 are developed by use in modules throughout the programme, but also in the 8 week industrial placement and the industrial tour run in stage 3.

Students are exposed to internal industrial experience in the form of a week long Mining Induction Course.

9 is introduced in the Mining & Minerals Engineering module in stage 1. These practical skills are then developed in laboratory work carried out as an integral part of many modules, and in the project work that makes up much of the programme, particularly in stage 3.

Assessment Methods

Analytical skills are assessed within many modules through a range of formal written examinations, and marked coursework in the form of problem sheets etc. These skills are primarily shown in project work however. Modules in stages 2 and 3 include many small scale projects, assessed by practical work/results and reports. These lead into the stage 3 Industrial Placement and Project, assessed on the basis of practical work/results and final report by a supervisor and second examiner against clearly set out assessment criteria.

The practical skills are assessed in part through laboratory reports throughout stages 1 and 2, but mainly through project work in stage 3 where they are used extensively. The one week Mining Induction Course promotes safe practice.

C Personal / Transferable / Employment Skills & Knowledge

1. Communicate effectively and persuasively using the full range of currently available methods.

2. Manage resources and time.

3. Work in a team, which may be multi-disciplinary.

4. Learn independently, identifying own personal development needs and goals, reflecting on own performance and managing own personal development.

5. Obtain and process information from a wide range of sources, which may be conflicting, analyse it critically and apply this information in mining/quarrying engineering applications.

6. Sort, manipulate and present data in a way that facilitates effective analysis and decision making.

Learning & Teaching Activities

Skills 1 and 2 are introduced in Mining & Minerals Engineering in stage 1, and then used increasingly throughout the programme. 1 is developed through regular oral and written presentations of work, particularly in the main projects. 2 and 4 are initially developed in stage 1 with students being required to carry out regular reviews of their own progress, upon which they get formal feedback through the tutorial system. 3 is developed through laboratory and project group work in many modules, including the Feasibility Study. 5 and 6 are similarly developed by a wide range of project and assignment work culminating in the stage 3 Industrial Placement and Project.

Assessment Methods

Assessment of key skills is mostly through items of coursework: written and oral presentations, and through project work. 1 is explicitly assessed as part of the Mining & Minerals Engineering module during stage 1 and implicitly in the continuous part of many other module assessments. 2 is implicit in much of all the students study but is explicitly tested in the main projects. 3 is implicitly assessed in group work throughout the programme. 5 and 6 are implicitly assessed in many modules, particularly the Feasibility Study.

7. Programme Regulations
Credit The programme consists of 360 credits with 120 credits taken at each stage. Normally not more than 75 credits would be allowed in any one term. In total, students normally take no more than 150 credits at level 4, and must take at least 90 credits at level 6. The pass mark for award of credit in an individual module is 40%. Progression You can progress to the next stage (or in the final year, to proceed to the award of an honours degree) once at least 90 credits have been passed in a stage, and provided that an average of at least 40% has been achieved over the 120 credits of assessment for that stage. Condonement is the process that allows you to pass a ‘stage’ should you fail to achieve the required number of credits in any stage. You are required to achieve 120 credits in each stage of the programme. You must have achieved an average mark of at least 40% across the 120 credits of assessment including the marks for any failed and condoned modules. You will not be allowed reassessment in the condoned credit. Up to 30 credits of failure can be condoned in a stage. However, you must pass the modules marked with a 'Yes' in the 'non-condonable' column in the tables above. The pass mark for these modules is 40%. Assessment and Awards Assessment at stage one does not contribute to the summative classification of the award. The award will normally be based on the degree mark formed from the credit-weighted average marks for stages 2 and 3 combined in the ratio 1:2 respectively. Classification The marking of modules and the classification of awards broadly corresponds to the following percentage marks: Class I 70% + Class II Division I 60-69% Class II Division II 50-59% Class III 40-49% Full details of assessment regulations for UG programmes can be found in the Teaching Quality Assurance Manual (TQA) on the University of Exeter website. Generic marking criteria are also published here. Please see the Teaching and Quality Assurance Manual for further guidance.

7. Programme Regulations

Credit

The programme consists of 360 credits with 120 credits taken at each stage. Normally not more than 75 credits would be allowed in any one term. In total, students normally take no more than 150 credits at level 4, and must take at least 90 credits at level 6.

The pass mark for award of credit in an individual module is 40%.

Progression

You can progress to the next stage (or in the final year, to proceed to the award of an honours degree) once at least 90 credits have been passed in a stage, and provided that an average of at least 40% has been achieved over the 120 credits of assessment for that stage.

Condonement is the process that allows you to pass a ‘stage’ should you fail to achieve the required number of credits in any stage. You are required to achieve 120 credits in each stage of the programme. You must have achieved an average mark of at least 40% across the 120 credits of assessment including the marks for any failed and condoned modules. You will not be allowed reassessment in the condoned credit. Up to 30 credits of failure can be condoned in a stage. However, you must pass the modules marked with a 'Yes' in the 'non-condonable' column in the tables above. The pass mark for these modules is 40%.

Assessment and Awards

Assessment at stage one does not contribute to the summative classification of the award. The award will normally be based on the degree mark formed from the credit-weighted average marks for stages 2 and 3 combined in the ratio 1:2 respectively.

Classification

The marking of modules and the classification of awards broadly corresponds to the following percentage marks:

Class I 70% +

Class II Division I 60-69%

Class II Division II 50-59%

Class III 40-49%

Full details of assessment regulations for UG programmes can be found in the Teaching Quality Assurance Manual (TQA) on the University of Exeter website. Generic marking criteria are also published here.

Please see the Teaching and Quality Assurance Manual for further guidance.

8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
Personal and Academic tutoring: It is University policy that all Colleges should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you on individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff. Students have access to good computing and library facilities at Penryn Campus. Computer-based exercises and web-based learning materials are a feature of the programme, which can be accessed via the internet. IT Services provide a range of central services, including open and training clusters of PCs (available on a 24/7 basis) within the Centre. Network access is available from all rooms in the hall of residence on site. On the Tremough campus in Cornwall, the Learning Resource Centre contains a library of 70,000 volumes and some specialist collections. In addition, students have full access to the central University of Exeter library, including the electronic library resources. Online Module study resources provide materials for modules that you are registered for, in addition to some useful subject and IT resources. Generic study support resources, library and research skills, past exam papers, and the 'Academic Honesty and Plagiarism' module are also available through the student portal (http://vle.exeter.ac.uk). Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.

8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning

Personal and Academic tutoring: It is University policy that all Colleges should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you on individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.

Students have access to good computing and library facilities at Penryn Campus. Computer-based exercises and web-based learning materials are a feature of the programme, which can be accessed via the internet. IT Services provide a range of central services, including open and training clusters of PCs (available on a 24/7 basis) within the Centre. Network access is available from all rooms in the hall of residence on site. On the Tremough campus in Cornwall, the Learning Resource Centre contains a library of 70,000 volumes and some specialist collections. In addition, students have full access to the central University of Exeter library, including the electronic library resources.

Online Module study resources provide materials for modules that you are registered for, in addition to some useful subject and IT resources. Generic study support resources, library and research skills, past exam papers, and the 'Academic Honesty and Plagiarism' module are also available through the student portal (http://vle.exeter.ac.uk).

Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.

10. Admission Criteria
All applications are considered individually on merit. The University is committed to an equal opportunities policy with respect to gender, age, race, sexual orientation and/or disability when dealing with applications. It is also committed to widening access to higher education to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience. Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Exeter.

10. Admission Criteria

All applications are considered individually on merit. The University is committed to an equal opportunities policy with respect to gender, age, race, sexual orientation and/or disability when dealing with applications. It is also committed to widening access to higher education to students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience.

Candidates must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the University of Exeter.

11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures. The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.

11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards

Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.

The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.

12. Indicators of Quality and Standards
Certain programmes are subject to accreditation and/ or review by professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs). The BEng Mining Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Materials Minerals and Mining (IOM3) as: 1. fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). 2. partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited further learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng. See www.iom3.org for further information. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). Accreditation is awarded for a maximum of 5 years under each assessment exercise. The dates applicable to the current accreditation of this degree programme can be viewed on the Engineering Council list of accredited degrees: www.engc.org.uk.

12. Indicators of Quality and Standards

Certain programmes are subject to accreditation and/ or review by professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs).

The BEng Mining Engineering is accredited by the Institution of Materials Minerals and Mining (IOM3) as: 1. fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). 2. partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited further learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng. See www.iom3.org for further information.

Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).

Accreditation is awarded for a maximum of 5 years under each assessment exercise. The dates applicable to the current accreditation of this degree programme can be viewed on the Engineering Council list of accredited degrees: www.engc.org.uk.

14	Awarding Institution	University of Exeter
15	Lead College / Teaching Institution	College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences - Camborne School of Mines
16	Partner College / Institution
17	Programme accredited/validated by	Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining
18	Final Award(s)	BEng (Hons)
19	UCAS Code (UG programmes)	J110
20	NQF Level of Final Awards(s):	6
21	Credit (CATS and ECTS)	360 credits (180 ECTS)
22	QAA Subject Benchmarking Group (UG and PGT programmes)	Engineering

23	Origin Date	July 10th 2018	Last Date of Revision:	September 17th 2019

Mining Engineering (2019)

1. Programme Title:

Mining Engineering

NQF Level:

6

2. Description of the Programme (as in the Business Approval Form)

3. Educational Aims of the Programme

4. Programme Structure

5. Programme Modules

Stage 1

Stage 2

Stage 3

6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning & Assessment Methods

A Specialised Subject Skills & Knowledge

Learning & Teaching Activities

Assessment Methods

B Academic Discipline Core Skills & Knowledge

Learning & Teaching Activities

Assessment Methods

C Personal / Transferable / Employment Skills & Knowledge

Learning & Teaching Activities

Assessment Methods

7. Programme Regulations

8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning

10. Admission Criteria

11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards

12. Indicators of Quality and Standards