When you undertake this double degree you’ll graduate with two separate degrees that provide a diverse but complementary knowledge and skill-base.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) component of this degree will give you a broad education in engineering so you can envision the different ways computer science can improve various engineering disciplines. Engineers develop practical solutions to technical and environmental problems by using science and mathematics. Through scientific discoveries engineers meet societal and consumer needs. 

Through the Bachelor of Engineering you’ll gain a solid background in mathematics, natural sciences and computing that’ll prepare you to learn knowledge and skills in an engineering discipline. You’ll graduate with the technical knowledge, skills and attributes required to succeed as a professional engineer.

Computer Science is the study of the design, construction and use of computer systems. As a computer scientist you’ll use and create technology to solve problems and improve interactions between people and computers.

The Computer Science component emphasises comprehension of the basic principles behind computing tools, operating systems, compilers and translators, and computer hardware. You’ll study the representation of data and data structures and the design of algorithms, as well as the creation of hardware and software tools and the role of non-computing elements in the design and development process.

 

Why study this degree at UNSW?

UNSW Engineering is a leader in engineering education and research. We’ve invested in a $1 billion refurbishment of our engineering facilities. We’re ranked number 1 for engineering in Australia* and 49th globally. We’re also ranked: 

• 1st in Australia - Civil and Structural Engineering
• 1st in Australia - Electrical Engineering in Australia
• 1st in Australia - Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing
• 2nd in Australia - Mineral and Mining Engineering
• 3rd in Australia - Computer Science
• 4th in Australia - Chemical Engineering

The School of Computer Science Engineering is a leading centre for research and innovation in the field of computer science. We’re making meaningful contributions to businesses, government and community organisations through our breakthrough research. Partnering with CSIRO’s Data61 we’ve made critical breakthroughs in Cybersecurity using microkernels which have been successfully used in Apple iOS devices and real-world military systems including a space satellite platform for the US Navy. 

When you study at UNSW’s School of Computer Science and Engineering you’ll benefit from:

• UNSW School of Computer Science and Engineering research is internationally recognised with 1st CS Rankings in Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Databases, Embedded & Real-Time Systems and Operating Systems 

• We have a five-star rating for employability, helping to guarantee your future on graduation 

• Learn from world-renowned researchers in their field 

• Our School is rated five stars by the Australian Research Council for the research field of Information and Computing Sciences 

• We leverage our strong industry ties to improve our research, teaching and students’ learning 

• Our industry partners include leading companies such as Atlassian, The Commonwealth Bank, Google, Honeywell, Microsoft and WiseTech Global