Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering)

About the course

UNSW’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering) prepares you to design, analyse and improve machines, materials and production systems. You’ll build strong foundations in mechanical engineering while developing skills in manufacturing processes, product development and modern engineering tools. The four-year Honours degree emphasises practical problem-solving and industry-relevant experience in mechanical engineering. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across mechanical and manufacturing industries, working on the design and optimisation of products, machinery and production lines. Typical pathways include mechanical engineer, manufacturing/production engineer, design engineer, maintenance or reliability engineer, and roles in automation and quality. This Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) supports professional entry into mechanical engineering practice. Preparing graduates for graduate engineer, project support, and technical design roles across engineering sectors.

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)