Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering)

About the course

This Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering) develops specialist knowledge to design and optimise chemical and biomolecular processes and equipment used in manufacturing and processing. You’ll study core engineering foundations plus stream-specific units, electives and a final-year honours thesis, with professional engagement activities and industry work experience. It prepares you for undergraduate honours-level engineering practice in chemical and biomolecular engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across process and manufacturing industries, energy and emissions reduction, environmental engineering and water treatment, as well as biomolecular and healthcare-related processing. Typical pathways include process/chemical engineer, environmental consultant, water treatment engineer, combustion or energy engineer, and roles in pollution control and decontamination projects. Outcomes align with a Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree in chemical and biomolecular engineering.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)