Highlights
Complete a bachelor degree and master degree in as little as four years with this new vertical double degree.
Build a solid foundation in science and acquire critical thinking skills and proficiency in designing and conducting experiments, as well as evaluating data to solve complex problems in various scientific disciplines.
Develop advanced data science skills and become proficient in processing, analysing and visualising complex data sets.
QUT is Australia's top research institution for data mining and analysis (Australian Research Magazine 2025).
Prepare to graduate with a wide range of career opportunities in industries such as media and communications, health, education, information technology, engineering, agriculture and mining.
What to expect:
This vertical double degree is designed for individuals who have a strong interest in science and want to develop advanced skills in data science. In this degree, you will gain a solid foundation in science and statistics, and deepen your knowledge in your chosen science major.As a graduate of this vertical double degree, you will be proficient in various data analytics tools and techniques, enabling you to generate valuable insights that drive decision-making across a wide range of scientific disciplines.Science component:
We integrate theory and practice with a strong focus on experimental design so you’ll gain real-world scientific expertise from laboratory investigations, field-based observations and data collection. You’ll start hands-on lab, research and fieldwork skills sessions in your first year. Our query-based learning approach will set you up to be employable in a range of industries and work environments, underpinned by your scientific knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Our research informs our course content. Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to learn from world-leading researchers and take advantage of the facilities and equipment they use in their work.
Majors:
Chemistry
Climate science
Physics
Environmental science
Earth science
Biological sciences.
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.
Majors:
Computational data science
Statistical data science
Biomedical data science
Information systems analytics.
Careers and outcomes:
As a graduate of this course, you will be well-prepared for a range of exciting career paths. You can work in industries that rely on data science and scientific expertise, such as research organisations, government agencies, consulting firms, pharmaceutical companies, environmental agencies, and more.Possible careers:
Biotechnologist
Data scientist
Environmental scientist
Policy analyst
Science communicator
