Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)/Fine Arts – UNSW

Bachelor Honours Degree Fine Arts Full Time

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)/Bachelor of Fine Arts

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

110670B

CRICOS provider code

00098G

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$311,500 total

Per year

A$62,300/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)/Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of New South Wales offers a unique interdisciplinary pathway, supporting students who are keen to develop expertise at the intersection of scientific discovery and artistic expression. This five-year double degree combines advanced training in a scientific discipline with comprehensive studies in the fine arts. Students will engage with a rich curriculum that encourages both rigorous scientific analysis and the creative process essential to professional and studio arts practice.

The structure typically involves studying core and elective units of study across both disciplines, earning credit points required for each qualification. Each academic year is divided into semesters. Advanced Science (Honours) enables students to undertake high-level coursework and may culminate in a research thesis or capstone project under academic supervision. Fine Arts studies provide practical training in areas such as painting, sculpture, media arts, or design, often with access to studios, workshops and exhibition opportunities. Work-integrated learning is embedded where possible, particularly in the fine arts, through industry engagement and collaborative projects.

Graduates will build a robust skillset including scientific research methods, data analysis, experimental design, creative thinking, visual communication, studio techniques and critical evaluation. This dual-degree is ideally suited to students with a passion for inquiry and innovation, who wish to explore how scientific and artistic thinking can inform each other within the context of an internationally regarded Australian institution.

UNSW’s Sydney location offers strong links to both advanced research precincts and the vibrant arts scene, supporting professional networking and collaboration. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and international graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain post-study work experience in Australia. Entry requires evidence of English proficiency; applicants should confirm specific requirements and course details via the official university 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

Science communicator in cultural or educational institutions
Researcher in interdisciplinary STEM-arts initiatives
Professional artist or creative practitioner
Science or health visualisation specialist
Curator or arts manager in galleries and museums
Creative consultant for design and media agencies
Technically skilled content creator for the Australian creative industries
Roles in science engagement and public outreach in universities, biotech or government

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)/Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of New South Wales?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$311,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Science communicator in cultural or educational institutionsResearcher in interdisciplinary STEM-arts initiativesProfessional artist or creative practitionerScience or health visualisation specialistCurator or arts manager in galleries and museumsCreative consultant for design an...

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