UNSW Bachelor Music (Hons)/Bachelor Engineering (Hons)

Bachelor Honours Degree Music Full Time

Bachelor of Music (Honours) / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

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

CRICOS course code

106819J

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

7 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$335,000 total

Per year

A$47,857/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Music (Honours) / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at the University of New South Wales is a distinctive double degree that allows students to pursue advanced study in both music and engineering. Over seven years of full-time study in Sydney, students will engage in a rich curriculum that integrates music performance, theory, and composition with rigorous engineering fundamentals and specialisations. The course structure typically involves completing a set number of units of study across both disciplines, accumulating credit points that contribute towards the awarding of two separate honours degrees.

Students spend their early years building foundational knowledge in both music and engineering before progressing to more advanced and specialised units. In the honours year of each discipline, students undertake a substantial research or creative project: a capstone thesis in engineering and a major creative or research project in music. The programme may also include opportunities for professional placements or work-integrated learning, particularly within the engineering component, fostering direct links with Australian industry.

Throughout the course, students develop a unique combination of creative, analytical, and technical skills. Graduates hone their musicianship, ensemble and solo performance, critical musicology, and composition skills, while gaining expertise in engineering design, problem-solving, and project management. This double degree suits individuals passionate about both the arts and STEM, seeking to leverage a diversified skill set within a variety of professional settings.

Studying at UNSW, a leading public university in Sydney, offers strong connections to both Australia's vibrant music scene and engineering industries. Graduates qualify for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during their studies. For exact details on admission, progression, and unit offerings, confirm on the official website.

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

Professional musician, composer, or music educator in performing arts companies, schools, or music technology industries
Licensed engineer or project manager in sectors such as civil, electrical, mechanical, or software engineering
Audio engineer or sound designer in recording studios, broadcast media, or live event production
Technical specialist or consultant in interdisciplinary fields combining arts and engineering
Research and development roles in universities, innovative tech firms, and creative industries in Australia

Frequently asked questions

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

It typically takes 7 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$335,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Professional musician, composer, or music educator in performing arts companies, schools, or music technology industriesLicensed engineer or project manager in sectors such as civil, electrical, mechanical, or software engineeringAudio engineer or sound designer in recording stud...

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