Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Music Studies – Sydney

Bachelor Honours Degree Music Full Time

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Music Studies

at University of Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

086272J

CRICOS provider code

00026A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$321,700 total

Per year

A$64,340/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Music Studies at the University of Sydney is a distinctive double degree designed for students with interests spanning both technical innovation and musical expression. Over a five-year period, students engage in an integrated curriculum that develops advanced engineering knowledge alongside deep musical understanding and skill. This program allows for a unique interdisciplinary experience, enabling students to explore how engineering principles intersect with creative disciplines.

The degree is structured to meet the requirements for both an engineering honours qualification and broad music studies. Students complete core units of study in their chosen engineering stream (such as civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering) and music specialisations, earning credit points according to the University's standard for combined degrees. The program features both theoretical coursework and practical components, including laboratory work, ensemble participation, and live performance. In the final year, students typically undertake a capstone project or research thesis in engineering, as well as advanced elective studies in music.

Professional development is supported through work-integrated learning opportunities or placements in the engineering stream, forming direct links with industry partners in Sydney and beyond. Students gain technical engineering competencies, project and team management skills, as well as performance skills, music theory, and creative collaboration abilities. This dual focus produces graduates who are versatile and innovative, ready to contribute across technical, creative, and cultural sectors.

This course suits individuals who aspire to a career that traverses both engineering and music, whether as designers of musical technologies, acoustics specialists, or simply as engineering professionals who maintain a strong engagement with the arts. Admission requires evidence of English proficiency as specified, and the degree supports student work rights in Australia, including up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods. Graduates may also be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For detailed and current information, visit the official page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Acoustics engineer in the professional sound or audio technology industries
Multimedia and technology developer for music and arts organisations
Professional musician or performer
Civil, mechanical, electrical, or software engineer in various Australian industries
Researcher in music technology or engineering innovation
Arts and event production specialist
STEM educator with a creative focus

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Music Studies at University of Sydney?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$321,700 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Acoustics engineer in the professional sound or audio technology industriesMultimedia and technology developer for music and arts organisationsProfessional musician or performerCivil, mechanical, electrical, or software engineer in various Australian industriesResearcher in music...

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