Our Research

The School of Mining Engineering has highly qualified and motivated staff who possess specific areas of expertise and are trained in research methodology. Our staff intricately understand the Southern African mining environment.

Highly qualified and motivated staff

Personnel at Wits possess specific areas of expertise and are trained in research methodology. Staff understand the Southern African mining environment.

Cost effectiveness

Research bursaries cost less than salaries of engineers employed at research institutions. Postgraduate students are required to complete research tasks within prescribed time limits in order to graduate.

Focused research

Staff are encouraged to develop their areas of expertise. Involvement with industry ensures that staff are aware of pertinent issues.

Modern facilities

First class resources enable Wits Mining to carry out fundamental research. Continual upgrading of facilities ensures that Wits Mining remains in the forefront of technology.

Flexibility

Research programmes are constructed to meet the needs, schedules and budgets of clients.