Bachelor of Information Technology/Master of Data Science

Highlights:Experience the power of this exciting double degree option, merging the Bachelor of Information Technology with the Master of Data Science.
QUT is Australia's top research institution for data mining and analysis (Australian Research Magazine 2025).
Complete a bachelor degree and master degree in as little as four years with this new vertical double degree.
Acquire a strong IT foundation and sharpen your data science skills to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
Prepare to graduate with a portfolio of some of the job market's most requested and in-demand skills.
The Bachelor of Information Technology is an ACS (Australian Computer Society) accredited course with international recognition.
Why choose this course
The Bachelor of Information TechnologyMaster of Data Science vertical double degree bridges the gap between IT proficiency and data science expertise.You will develop a strong foundation in information technology, coupled with advanced skills in data science. This combination enables you to tackle complex IT challenges using the power of data. With expertise in both IT and data science, you will be well-prepared for careers in areas such as big data management, cybersecurity, data systems development, business intelligence and artificial intelligence, where the ability to extract actionable insights from vast amounts of data is crucial.
Information technology component:
The IT degree features common units in the first year, providing you with the chance to explore the IT majors before you choose your specialisation. These common units are designed to give you a solid grounding in the fundamentals of IT and prepare you for the remainder of your studies. You’ll become familiar with software development and networked systems, with specific expertise in information security, networks and communications, intelligent systems, data-centric computing or human-computer interaction. You’ll also learn the fundamental principles of computation, and how to identify and solve system design issues associated with efficiency, usability and security.
Data science component:
This program will equip you for a dynamic career in the rapidly evolving field of data science. The interdisciplinary curriculum will cover theories and techniques, and you'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to predict, forecast, visualise, and make decisions across various practical contexts.
Customise your degree:This course allows you to customise your degree based on your interests and career goals.Bachelor of Information Technology majors:
information systems
computer science.
Master of Data Science majors:
computational data science
statistical data science
biomedical data science
information systems analytics.
Careers and outcomes:
The increasing number of businesses that are using data science to improve operations, design IT systems, and make data-informed decisions has led to an increase in demand for graduates with IT and data science skills.When you graduate from this course, you will have the skills required to work in a range of industries including banking and finance, media and communications, health, education, information technology, engineering, agriculture, and energy.Possible careers:
Business intelligence specialist
Computer systems engineer
Data analyst
Data scientist
Data systems developer
Data-driven decision maker
Digital performance analyst
Statistician