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Bachelor of Design (Honours Degree)


  • UNSW Sydney
  • Course CRICOS Code:098000A
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.44
  • Course Duration:1 year
  • Australian State:New South WalesNSW
  • Australian City:Sydney
  • Course Intake:Term 1,Term 3

Course Description

The Design (Honours Degree) degree is a one-year advanced undergraduate degree for high-achieving students, designed for those who have completed an undergraduate degree in Design and wish to extend their critical and creative skills. It enables students to advance their knowledge and understanding by developing a significant practice-led research project. Access to leading research labs and a selective professional placement program allow students to explore the potential of contemporary design. Graduates develop a deeper understanding of design strategy, design methods and research, providing pathways to an array of careers in the design and cultural sectors, as well as to higher-degree research programs such as a Master of Philosophy or PhD.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Design
Faculty Faculty of Art & Design
Qualification Level Honours Degree
2024 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 38,440
Course Duration 1 year
Campus(es) Paddington

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements 1.Students must have completed the UNSW Sydney Bachelor of Design or other cognate recognised Level 7 qualification. 2.Entry to Honours Degree requires a WAM of 70 or higher (or equivalent) in the relevant Level 7 qualification prior to entry.
English Requirements IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) TOEFL:90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking) PTE:64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO