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    Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) / Fine Arts

    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

    110683H

    Credit point

    192 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 55,000  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) / Fine Arts

    About

    The Bachelor of Computer Science/Fine Arts double degree provides technical and creative foundations for developing and using computer graphics and coded media. It allows you to specialise in either the technical or creative strand of computer graphics and associated fields.

    Designed for students aspiring to work in the creative fields, the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) is for those who are open minded, curious, and inventive and who wish to immerse themselves in their creative practice. The BFA is home to distinctive specialisations in Animation and Moving Image, Art Theory, Music, and Visual Arts, each of which is led by experts in your field and supported by specialist facilities.

    You'll build technical skills and knowledge, learning from experts in practical and theoretical classes. And with strong industry connections embedded in each specialisation, you'll develop your career throughout the entire degree.

    • Study at the #1 Engineering faculty in Australia

    • State-of-the-art creative production and computer science facilities 

    • Showcase works in our galleries, publications, and events 

    • Adobe Creative Cloud subscription while studying 

    • Professional development with industry partners 

    • A supportive, diverse, and inclusive community 

    • Access to world-class alumni connections 

    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

    Throughout your double degree, you’ll build a network of contacts among your classmates and lecturers, and you’ll be able to reach out to a global network of UNSW graduates. When launching your career, you'll benefit from our leading reputation in research and teaching, with many graduates recruited by industry partners before completing their degree.

    Our computer science graduates have gone on to work with companies such as CSIRO, Cisco, Microsoft, Google, Amazon and start-ups like Canva and Atlassian. With flexible course options, your Bachelor of Fine Arts includes opportunities to experiment with professional roles in internships and work placements, preparing you for your career.

    Your career opportunities may depend on your area of specialisation. View the various degree specialisations for examples of specific career opportunities below.

    • Computer science specialists are increasingly sought-after across many industries, from finance to consulting, government to healthcare. Paired with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, potential roles upon graduation include:

      • Software engineer/developer

      • Chief technology officer

      • Digital security specialist

      • Database developer/administrator

      • Game developer

      • Visual effects and post-production designer

      • Computer graphics and animation specialist

        • Animator

        • 3d artist

        • Texturing artist

        • Concept artist

        • Storyboard artist

        • Creature effects artist

        • Visual effects artist

        • Visual effects compositor

        • Media arts practitioner

        • Digital publishing

        • Digital communications specialist

        • Art director

        • Advertising director

        • Film producer

        • Television producer

        • Post-production designer

        • Media strategist

        • Sound designer

        • Cinematographer

        • Art critic

        • Art director

        • Archive manager

        • Creative director

        • Creative entrepreneur

        • Communications officer

        • Community engagement officer

        • Cultural event manager

        • Cultural policy adviser

        • Cultural research officer

        • Cultural consultant

        • Exhibit planner

        • Festival curator

        • Gallery curator

        • Museum curator

        • Public event programmer

        • Audio producer

        • Audio engineer

        • Broadcaster

        • Composer

        • Classroom music teacher

        • Music journalist

        • Performing artist

        • Private music teacher

        • Session artist

        • Songwriter

        • Sound designer

        • Soundtrack producer

        • Tour manager

        • Talent manager

        • Talent scout

        • Advertising creative

        • Art critic

        • Art director

        • Artist

        • Arts educator

        • Arts journalist

        • Arts publisher

        • Creative director

        • Commercial photographer

        • Communications officer

        • Cultural administration

        • Cultural policy consultant

        • Event program manager

        • Exhibition manager

        • Festival curator

        • Illustrator

        • Installation artist

        • Interdisciplinary artist

        • Painter

        • Performance artist

        • Photographer

        • Photojournalist

        • Printmaker

        • Private art teacher

        • Sculptor

    Accreditation

    Australian Computer Society

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 55,000 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) / Fine Arts

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