UNSW Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Bachelor Honours Degree Fine Arts Full Time

Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

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

CRICOS course code

110669F

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

6 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$327,000 total

Per year

A$54,153/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at the University of New South Wales is a comprehensive six-year double degree designed for creative thinkers who wish to excel in both artistic and technical fields. This unique combination allows students to build a strong foundation in art theory, studio practice, and creative inquiry, alongside rigorous engineering training across a chosen specialisation.

Structured with a blend of semesters, the course is comprised of individual units of study known as credit points, typically spread across six years of full-time study. Students engage in a wide range of studio-based and theoretical fine arts modules while developing their engineering capabilities through mathematics, science, and advanced engineering principles. The Honours component in engineering involves an extended research project that deepens expertise and fosters innovation.

Practical and professional experience is central to this double degree. Engineering students often participate in work-integrated learning or industry placements, providing opportunities to develop technical skills and build professional networks within Australia's dynamic engineering sectors. Fine arts students benefit from exposure to contemporary art practices, exhibition opportunities, and creative industry engagement in Sydney's vibrant cultural scene.

This programme suits individuals with strong critical thinking skills, creative curiosity, and an interest in bridging technical and artistic disciplines. Graduates develop problem-solving abilities, visual literacy, project management, and the capacity to work collaboratively, skills highly valued across diverse industries. Applicants should meet the English proficiency requirements as detailed by UNSW and the Department of Home Affairs.

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

Creative Director within design or media agencies
Professional practising artist or arts manager
Design engineer in sectors such as construction, technology, or product design
Multidisciplinary project manager for cultural and infrastructure projects
Engineering consultant leveraging creative arts expertise
Museum or gallery curator with technical design experience
Opportunities within Australia’s vibrant engineering, design, creative arts, and tech sectors

Frequently asked questions

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

It typically takes 6 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$327,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Creative Director within design or media agenciesProfessional practising artist or arts managerDesign engineer in sectors such as construction, technology, or product designMultidisciplinary project manager for cultural and infrastructure projectsEngineering consultant leveraging...

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