Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Science and Engineering)
UNSW
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About
The field of materials science and engineering plays a vital role in our lives, offering innovative materials solutions that drive societal advancements in the 21st century. Ongoing materials innovations underpin the development of the next generation of essential technologies, including rechargeable batteries, solar cells, transport vehicles, electronic gadgets, biodegradable polymers, and biomedical devices. These and other engineered components and devices have already made a tremendous impact on our world.
UNSW's Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering is one of the first of its kind to focus explicitly on the societal benefit of materials as a central framework for the degree. The degree will first equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the classic structure-properties-performance nexus of all the major classes of materials. You will also learn about sustainable manufacturing and recycling technologies employed in both their production and end-of-life reuse. With these foundations, you will become proficient in designing and selecting high performance materials for any given application while carefully considering their entire lifecycle impact.
The overall program will instil in you a deep appreciation of the remarkable way that materials contribute to improving our climate, environment, health, and standard of living, and economy. So, whether your passion lies in research, environmental sustainability, technological innovation, or improving lives, this degree will equip you with the skills for an exciting career that will make a difference in the world.
Double degrees: This degree can be taken as part of a double degree with Commerce (429610), Chemical Engineering (429620), or Master of Biomedical Engineering (429630).
ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.
Areas of study
Biomaterials, electronic materials, functional materials, life cycle assessment, materials characterisation, materials modelling and data analytics, materials recycling technologies, materials selection and design, professional engineering management, renewable energy materials, structural materials, structure and properties of materials, sustainable materials processing.
Areas of study
Ceramic engineering, functional materials, materials engineering, physical metallurgy, process metallurgy.
Career opportunities
Fundamental scientific research, manufacturing and materials processing, quality control, safety, the environmental impact of materials and commercialisation of materials technologies, nanotechnology, biomedical materials, electronic materials.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Science and Engineering) degree is accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally by the Washington Accord. This international recognition offers graduates the opportunity to travel and work overseas.
Industrial experience: Students must complete at least 60 working days of approved industrial experience.
Professional recognition
Recognised by Engineers Australia.
Fees and charges
Refer to UNSW current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: For students commencing in 2024, 2025 and 2026: Mathematics Extension 1, Physics however additional subject of Chemistry is highly recommended.
Recommended studies: Chemistry, Engineering Studies, Mathematics Extension 2.
Other applicants
Refer to UNSW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the UNSW website.
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Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the course search regularly.
Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses. For further information, visit the UNSW Sydney website.
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.