University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Flexible First Year)
New South Wales, Australia
Level
Bachelors Honours
Duration
4F
Campus
Sydney - Kensington (NSW)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
A$9,880 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
2027-02-15
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Flexible First Year) at University of New South Wales in New South Wales, Australia is a bachelors honours programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
82,272
International
47.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
73.0%
of graduates employed
Costs & Living
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Flexible First Year)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Flexible First Year) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Flexible First Year)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Applicants with recent secondary education Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1, Physics. For Bioinformatics: Chemistry, Mathematics Extension 1. For Chemical and Chemical Product: Chemistry, Mathematics Extension 1, Physics. For Software: Mathematics Extension 1. Bridging courses: Visit the UNSW website for information on UNSW bridging courses in chemistry, mathematics and physics. Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme: This degree is eligible for the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme. You can submit a portfolio to demonstrate your passion for your chosen degree and receive an early conditional offer with an adjusted ATAR entry requirement. Students are required to submit a video and personal statement conveying their motivation and passion towards studying Engineering, Computer Science or Food Science. Learn more about the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme . Other applicants Refer to UNSW general admission criteria. Visit the UNSW website. View all details of this course on the UNSW website. UAC application key dates How to apply through UAC UNSW Sydney degrees The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. UNSW Sydney website ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024) Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only
- it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution. Notes and Abbreviations This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors. Abbreviations – = data is not available. N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR. NC = new course NP = Not provided by institution NR = No reportable profile NS = No Semester 1 offers NN = Unavailable (other) NO = Entry on other criteria Course updates Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly. Double degree options Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses. Honours at UNSW Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
82,272
Total students
International Students
47%
Of student body
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
73%
Employed after graduation