Program Overview

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a four-year accredited engineering degree designed to equip students for a career as a professional engineer. Students will harness their creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills to design solutions for a better world and tackle complex technical and environmental challenges.

Program Structure

The program structure varies depending on the specialisation chosen and timetabling. As a guide, below are some of the courses students can expect to take each year.

• First year:
  • Two introductory courses in Mathematics
  • An introductory course in Physics
  • An introductory course in Computing
  • An introductory course related to the specialisation of choice
  • DESN1000 Introduction to Engineering Design and Innovation
• Second year:
  • Courses from the selected engineering specialisation
  • Core courses to give fundamental knowledge in the area of interest
• Third and fourth year:
  • Advanced coursework and embedded Honours
  • Research project or thesis
  • Development of enhanced technical expertise and problem-solving skills through an in-depth project

Specialisations

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) offers more than 20 engineering specialisations, including:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Bioinformatics Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemical Product Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Geoenergy and Geostorage Engineering
• Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Nuclear Engineering
• Photovoltaics and Solar Energy
• Quantum Engineering
• Renewable Energy Engineering
• Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Surveying
• Telecommunications

Optional Minors

Students may also choose one of two optional minors to further expand their expertise:

• Nuclear Engineering
• Humanitarian Engineering

Career Paths

UNSW Engineering graduates are among some of the most sought-after engineers in Australia and globally, recognised for their strong technical expertise, practical learning experience, and problem-solving abilities. Career opportunities will depend on the chosen engineering specialisation, with graduates employed across industries such as construction, energy, technology, health, transport, manufacturing, consulting, and research.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a globally recognised and internationally accredited engineering degree, accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord.

Fees and Scholarships

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $8,000*
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $37,500*
• Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 2
• The university awards over $83 million in scholarships each year, with a range of scholarships available to support students throughout their degree.

Admission Requirements

• 2025 Lowest Selection Rank: 92.0
• 2025 A levels: 15.0
• 2025 IB Diploma: 36.0
• 2025 Lowest ATAR: 80.4
• Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1, Physics
• Adjustment Factors: HSC Plus, Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL), Educational Access Scheme (EAS)

English Language Requirements

Students may be asked to provide evidence of their English proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on their educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations.

Double Degrees

Students can combine the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with another degree, such as Advanced Mathematics, Advanced Science, Arts, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Fine Arts, Law, or Science.