A double degree allows you to gain in-depth knowledge in two distinct fields, enabling you to graduate with two qualifications in less time than it would take to complete them separately.
This means you can pursue career aspirations and follow a passion at the same time, combine complementary areas of study to set yourself apart as a graduate, or achieve a combination of qualifications that will save you time and tuition fees in the pursuit of your future career.
- Stand out as a graduate by integrating areas of study to differentiate yourself in the job market.
- Save time and tuition fees through achieving a combination of qualifications more efficiently.
- Opportunity to engage with two different academic areas, exposing you to a wider range of perspectives and opportunities.
Types of double degree
Our double degrees come in two formats:
- Completing two undergraduate degrees. For example, a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws.
- Completing a bachelor's degree and a postgraduate degree. For example, a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Teaching, or a Bachelor of Education (Primary) and a Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood. These are sometimes called 'vertical doubles'.
In both cases, you can graduate up to two years faster than if you pursued each course individually. You can read more about how double degrees work in our frequently asked questions.
Note - there are two combined degrees, which means you'll receive the one testamur. These are the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine.
Why study a double degree?
Studying double degrees can significantly deepen your knowledge in multiple fields, offering a unique blend of skills and perspectives. By pursuing two areas of study, you not only enhance your expertise but also cultivate critical thinking and adaptability, which are essential in diverse career paths. Combining a degree in arts with one in law can prepare you for roles in non-traditional careers, where understanding both legal and liberal arts factors are crucial. For careers where a postgraduate qualification is needed to enter the industry, such as secondary school teaching, you can get there faster by studying the undergraduate and postgraduate courses as a double degree. Your combined degrees equip you with critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills, making you valuable in various sectors, including government, non-profits and private industry. Additionally, double degrees often provide networking opportunities across disciplines, enriching your academic experience and expanding your professional connections. Ultimately, this approach not only broadens your knowledge base but also makes you a more competitive candidate in the job market.
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Choosing a double degree allows you to deepen your knowledge within two separate study areas. This means you can pursue your career and follow your passion at the same time. And when you graduate, you’ll have a set of skills that will really set you apart.
Choose from over twenty undergraduate courses to create your unique double degree and get more out of your time at uni.
Save up to two years full-time study when you choose a double degree, compared to completing each course separately.
Receive a separate degree certificate (also known as a testamur) for each course when you graduate from a double degree.
Choose from five popular undergraduate courses to create your unique double degree and get more out of your time at uni.
Save up to two years full-time study when you choose a double degree, compared to completing each course separately.
Receive a separate degree certificate (also known as a testamur) for each course when you graduate from a double degree.
Search our double degrees
- Step one: To find out if your double degree is available, select the first course you want to study from the list below.
- Step two: Once selected, search the list of compatible degrees for the name of the second degree you want to study.
- If your double degree doesn’t appear in the results below, contact us and together we'll explore if it's possible, or find some alternative options.
- Step three: If your double degree is available, simply apply online to study with us.
- Once you're logged in, use the course name search to find the double degree you wish to apply for.
- If you cannot find your double degree using the course name search, you'll need to use Double degree (4 year) (X3Y) in the course name search, then enter both degree names.
- If your double degree includes the Bachelor of Laws or Bachelor of Agricultural Science, you'll need to use Double degree (5 year) (X3Z) in the course name search, then enter both degree names.
Popular double degrees
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With a double degree, you to complete two degrees in a much shorter time than completing both separately.
How is this possible? When you choose a double degree, you'll complete all the core, major and discipline elective units required to complete both courses. But you do not need to complete student electives for either course.
With less units to study, you can complete two degrees and save up to two years full-time study.
For example, the Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Psychological Science usually take three years of full-time study each to complete. However choosing them as a double degree will only take you four years of full-time study to complete.
Because double degrees don’t have any electives, there's a good chance you'll need to choose a major for each course from the start of your studies. It's good to be aware that, while you can change majors, this could add additional time to your studies.
If you're interested in a double degree, contact us before applying so we help tailor a study plan for you.
Most double degrees can be completed in four years full-time. Double degrees which include the Bachelor of Laws or the Bachelor of Agricultural Science can be completed in five years full-time.
You must meet the entry requirements for both courses you intend to study within your double degree. Please refer to the entry requirements section on each individual course page for more information.
At the University of Tasmania, we're committed to offering you the widest range of flexible study options. However due to accreditation requirements, there are some courses which cannot be included in a double degree:
- Bachelor of Architecture and Built Environments
- Bachelor of Education (Applied Learning)
- Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education)
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Specialisation) with Honours*
- Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours)
- Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine
- Bachelor of Nautical Science
- Bachelor of Exercise Science
- Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Paramedicine
- Bachelor of Pharmacy with Applied Honours
- Bachelor of Social Work with Honours
- Any Pathway, Foundation, Diploma or Associate Degree program
Combined degrees
While similar to a double degree, a combined degree in an undergraduate degree that includes components from two degrees but satisfies the minimum requirements of one (rather than both) individual degrees. This also means that you will receive a single degree certificate (also known as a testamur) when you graduate.
*A combined degree is available for the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Engineering.
With regard to majors, there are some exclusions. This includes choosing majors from one degree that are similar in content to the other degree.
For example, in a double degree of Arts and Psychological Science, you would not be able to choose the major Psychological Science in the Bachelor of Arts.
If you have any questions, our recruitment team is here to help is here to help.
If you cannot find your double degree above, please contact us and together we'll explore if it's possible or find some alternative options.
For example you may be able to undertake a double major within a single degree, or study a diploma concurrently with your degree.
You will need to apply for the undergraduate degree by itself, which will present an option to apply for the undergraduate and postgraduate double.
For example, to apply for the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation and Master of Protected Area Conservation:
- Apply for P3J Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation
- Select the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation and Master of Protected Area Conservation option
