University of Johannesburg MEng in Extraction Metallurgy (Research)
University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg

MEng in Extraction Metallurgy (Research)

Johannesburg, South Africa

Master degree

1 up to

2 years

English

Full time, Part time

Feb 2026

ZAR 40,802 / per year **

On-Campus

* by noon

** fees for the complete programme amount to between R40802,00 and R101910,00. Fees may vary depending on the composition of a particular qualification

Key Summary

    About : The MEng in Extraction Metallurgy (Research) is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in metallurgical processes. This program emphasizes research methodologies and practical applications in extraction metallurgy. Students engage in hands-on projects, preparing for real-world challenges in the field.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including metallurgical industries, research institutions, and engineering firms. Opportunities exist as metallurgists, materials engineers, or project managers focusing on extracting and processing metals and materials.

​​​Engineering Metallurgy

The Department of Metallurgy maintains strong links with the metal industry within South Africa, providing undergraduates with exposure to a wide range of metal-related operations. The exposure equips graduates with sound knowledge of metal production, design, and manufacture.

Responsibilities

Metallurgical Engineers are skilled in the production of metals and metallic materials. They also play a vital role in assessing the suitability of metals for use in metallic goods, the development of ways to process metals and convert them into useful goods.

Extraction Metallurgists specialize in the extraction of metals and minerals from the run of mine ores. They control, design process improvements to optimize the recovery of metals and minerals from ore. Often these processes require further refinement to purify metals extracted.

Extraction Metallurgists are also focused on recovery efficiency and cost control. A sampling at various stages in the process is an important aspect of plant control to ensure target recoveries are achieved. Sampling analysis requires metallurgists to be familiar with chemical analysis and other sophisticated analytical techniques.