Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at UNSW combines a deep understanding of mathematics and statistics with engineering education. Students can specialize in 19 engineering disciplines, gaining a solid foundation in mathematics, natural sciences, and computing. The program culminates in an honours-level research project, providing hands-on experience and the opportunity to contribute to the field. Graduates are eligible for membership of Engineers Australia and have diverse career opportunities in engineering, mathematics, and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree at UNSW allows students to combine their engineering education with a deep understanding of mathematics and statistics. Graduates of this prestigious Go8 university will develop in-demand skills, gain real-world experience, and complete an honours-level research project.

Objectives:

• Provide a solid foundation in mathematics, natural sciences, and computing.
• Prepare students to learn knowledge and skills in an engineering discipline.
• Develop technical knowledge, skills, and attributes required for success as a professional engineer.

Program Description:

The program offers 19 engineering specializations across different engineering disciplines, allowing students to focus on their specific area of interest. Students will gain a solid background in mathematics, natural sciences, and computing, preparing them for advanced study in engineering. The program culminates in an honours-level research project, providing students with hands-on experience and the opportunity to contribute to their field.

Outline:

Program Structure:

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is a four-year degree that can be studied part-time or full-time.

First Year:

• Introductory courses in Mathematics
• Introductory course in Physics
• Introductory course in Computing
• Introductory course related to the chosen specialization

Second Year:

• Courses from the selected specialization
• Core courses to provide fundamental knowledge in the area of interest

Third and Fourth Years:

• Further development of knowledge through core and elective courses
• Completion of two General Education electives

Careers:

Graduates from the program will be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia. The specific career opportunities will depend on the area of specialization chosen. Some potential career paths include:

• Auditor
• Mathematician
• Computer scientist/programmer
• Business systems analyst
• Data scientist
• Meteorologist