Humanitarian Engineering
Humanitarian Engineering - Solutions that improve lives and livelihoods!
At UNSW Engineering, we are developing a new generation of global leaders who aim to solve the greatest challenges and engineer a sustainable world. By studying the Humanitarian Engineering, you have the invaluable opportunity to apply sustainable and innovative technologies to help solve problems in disadvantaged communities, both in Australia and internationally.
Humanitarian Engineering Minors
Humanitarian Engineering Honours Research Thesis award for UG Engineering students
We are pleased to announce the Humanitarian Engineering Honours Research Thesis Award, which recognises the quality, humanitarian context, and societal impact of undergraduate honours research projects. The award includes a cash prize of AUD $1,000 and celebrates exceptional student contributions to humanitarian engineering and their commitment to creating positive social change through innovative research and problem solving.
How to Apply:
Students can submit their application using the following link: HE Honours Research Thesis Award_2025_T3.pdf
Application Deadline:
Applications are due by 5:00 PM on the Friday of Week 12. For Term 3, 2025, the deadline is 5:00 PM, 5th December.
Enquiries:
For questions or further information, please contact:
- A/Prof. Andrew Dansie, Humanitarian Engineering Academic Lead — a.dansie@unsw.edu.au
- Dr. Laura Montano, Associate Lecturer in Humanitarian Engineering — l.montano@unsw.edu.au
ENGG3001 is the most inspiring course I have taken at UNSW. It expanded my perspective of engineering and its potential application to improve the lives of others in less fortunate circumstances.
Humanitarian Engineering Thesis Supervisor
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Humanitarian Engineering works to provide disadvantaged individuals and communities with engineering solutions that improve lives and livelihoods!