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    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    056835E

    Credit point

    192 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 58,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

    About

    The world needs engineers who can harness their creativity, collaboration and critical thinking skills to design solutions for a better world. As an engineer, you’ll tackle technical and environmental challenges by combining your expertise in science, mathematics and creative problem-solving.

    Engineers work in various roles across different industries, from civil engineering to environmental, computer science to mining engineering – the possibilities are endless. The type of engineer you’ll become often depends on the specialisation you choose in this degree. The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) offers 18 engineering specialisations – six of which are ranked in the top five in Australia*.

    In this degree, you’ll gain a solid background in mathematics, natural sciences and computing that will prepare you to dive into your chosen engineering discipline. You’ll graduate with the technical knowledge, skills and attributes required to succeed as a professional engineer.

    Our specialisations

    You may also choose a minor in:

    ^QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023

    **Quantum Engineering is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia.

    Study at Australia's #1 Engineering faculty*

    We're Australia's #1 Engineering School with six study areas in the top five nationally, including Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering taking out the top spot. No matter your field of interest or career aspirations, at UNSW Engineering, you'll have the support of our globally recognised faculty backing you every step of the way.

    *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023

    Unlock your earning potential in a career that drives real change

    With a career-focused, hands-on approach, you’ll graduate with the practical skills and industry knowledge to seamlessly transition into the workforce. UNSW graduates earn some of the highest salaries compared to other Australian universities and Engineering graduates are in high demand, with 87.5% finding full-time work after graduation^.

    ^QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023

    Connect with people who enrich and expand your thinking

    At UNSW Engineering, we seek out and uplift diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences because we believe diversity sparks more innovative solutions. You’ll join a welcoming community of future-minded individuals looking to make a lasting impact. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies, including a society for each school. Get involved in Engiqueers, Women in Engineering or our Indigenous Science and Engineering Program.

    Connect with students, academics and industry through ChallENG

    Our ChallENG program connects students with leading academics, researchers, companies and not-for-profits to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. Ideate, develop and test new ideas alongside a multidisciplinary team that brings their own unique expertise and perspectives. The program will prepare you for your future career by helping you develop technical and design skills and expanding your professional expertise.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    11.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    32.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1210.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Engineering 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    When you graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), you’ll be eligible to apply for membership with Engineers Australia. UNSW Engineering graduates are some of the most sought-after engineers in Australia and abroad thanks to the reputation of our teaching.

    Your career opportunities will depend on your area of specialisation. From your second year, you can specialise in a particular field of engineering. Visit the various engineering degree specialisations for examples of career opportunities.

    Potential roles in engineering

    Explore the potential industries and roles based on different engineering disciplines.

      • Space industry
      • Consulting
      • National security
      • Transportation
      • Airlines
      • Maritime construction
      • Pharmaceutical and health
      • Agrotech
      • Banking and finance
      • Computer security
      • Bioinformatics
      • Big data and digital services
      • Consulting
      • Pharmaceuticals
      • Food and beverage
      • Chemical processing
      • Energy generation and storage
      • Environmental services
      • Minerals
      • Water and wastewater treatment
      • Chemical and materials engineer
      • Chemist
      • Food and wine scientist
      • Production manager (manufacturing)
      • Production or plant engineer
      • Product tester
      • Research and development manager
      • Transport 
      • Traffic 
      • Infrastructure 
      • Manufacturing 
      • Government 
      • Mining 
      • Construction 
      • Defence 
      • Consulting  
      • Water supply 
      • Research laboratories
      • Technology manufacturers
      • IT and digital consulting firms
      • Agrotech businesses
      • Banking, finance and health and education industries
      • VLSI design
      • Embedded systems
      • Electronics
      • Quantum computing
      • Networking
      • Power distribution
      • Robots and control
      • Transport
      • Infrastructure
      • Health
      • Mining
      • Government
      • Water
      • Construction
      • Energy
      • Manufacturing
      • Government
      • Humanitarian engineering
      • Sustainability
      • Automotive industries
      • Biomechanics
      • Manufacturing
      • Minerals and energy technology
      • Robotics
      • Construction
      • Transport
      • Product and process design
      • Computer-aided design and manufacturing
      • Quality improvement
      • Technical and commercial analysis and decision making
      • Strategic decision making
      • Consulting
      • Technical and organisational maintenance
      • Supply chain management
      • Automation
      • Robotics
      • Computer simulations and modelling
      • Gaming
      • Engineering design
      • Propulsion systems
      • Control systems
      • Technology
      • Drilling
      • Project management
      • Sustainability
      • Quarry and tunnelling
      • Community relations
      • Management consulting
      • Investment firms, finance, banking and government sectors
      • Refining cell production technology
      • Researching and developing multi-junction cells
      • Concentrated solar power
      • Multi-axis tracking
      • Thin film technologies
      • Grid-connection and integration
      • Utility scale developments
      • Independent system design
      • Building integrated photovoltaics
      • Private sector roles
      • Large organisation like Microsoft and IBM
      • Local start-ups like Q-CTRL and SQC
      • Research institutes like CSIRO and DST
      • Research and academia
      • Government and defence
      • Project manager
      • Renewable energy engineer
      • Protection engineer
      • Energy consultant
      • Solar and battery design engineer
      • Software developer
      • Computer applications engineer
      • Software engineer
      • Database designer
      • Systems architect
      • Engineering surveying
      • Mining surveying
      • Hydrographic surveying
      • Cadastral surveying
      • Geodetic surveying
      • Photogrammetric surveying
      • Telecommunications service providers
      • Large private industrial groups
      • Small to medium service and technology providers

    Accreditation

    This degree is globally recognised and is accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord.Part of this degree involves applying your skills through 60 days of approved industrial training in Australia or overseas. Your industrial training will give you a taste of a real-world professional engineering setting and the hands-on experience to become career-ready.

    This degree with majors in Bioinformatics, Computer Engineering and Software Engineering is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Australian Computing Society.

    This degree with majors in Chemical and Chemical Product Engineering is accredited by Engineers Australia and the Institute of Chemical Engineers (iChemE).

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 58,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

    University of New South Wales

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