Science - Data Science Queensland University of Technology

Overview

The Science - Data Science program offered at Queensland University of Technology offers a unique opportunity to combine scientific knowledge and data science skills, enabling you to tackle real-world challenges using insights derived from data analysis. 

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.

QUT is widely acknowledged as a leader in data science research, so our Bachelor of Data Science provides the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques in this fast-evolving field. The course sits at the exciting intersection of mathematical statistics and computer science. Every unit of this course has been developed to be offered in online and on-campus environments. This is a digitally enhanced course where technology is integrated into all aspects of your learning journey, and where the use of online collaborative tools for data processing and sharing plays an important role.

Career Paths

• Business analyst
• Data scientist
• Health data and casemix analyst
• Market research analyst
• Research scientist