Bachelor of Fine Arts / Engineering (Honours)

About the course

UNSW’s Bachelor of Fine Arts / Engineering (Honours) is a dual degree combining studio-based creative practice with accredited engineering study. You’ll build artistic skills and critical approaches alongside strong technical and design capabilities, preparing you to tackle complex, real-world problems from multiple perspectives. The extended program develops interdisciplinary thinking through integrated projects across fine arts and engineering at bachelor honours level. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue interdisciplinary careers that bridge creative practice and engineering, working across design-led technology, product and experience development, digital and physical fabrication, and creative industries. Roles may include design engineer, product/innovation engineer, creative technologist, or work in engineering teams requiring strong visual and conceptual skills. This dual bachelor honours degree supports pathways in both engineering and contemporary art 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)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)