About us
The Faculty of Science delivers distinctive programs in information technology, mathematics and science to meet industry demands for data-driven and technological solutions.
Strong connections and long-standing partnerships with governments industry enable us to address complex challenges through learning, teaching, research, and innovation.
We facilitate learning that is delivered on campus, online and in the real world through relevant and practical learning experiences.
Our schools
School of Biology and Environmental Science
Our students are learning, discovering and building new knowledge in the living world around us.
School of Chemistry and Physics
Our teaching and research emphasises exciting advances in the chemical and physical sciences, creating real-world change.
School of Computer Science
We're developing research and teaching curriculum to respond to an increasingly technology- and data-driven world.
School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Our courses and research explore growth and change in our climate, resources, environments and energy.
School of Information Systems
Our teaching, research and industry services are designed to meet the needs of today's interconnected world.
School of Mathematical Sciences
We teach and research with an emphasis on applied and computational mathematics and statistics.
Our people
Leadership
Browse our executive team and learn about our vision to build a brighter future.
Our experts
Explore our staff profiles to discover the amazing work our researchers are contributing to.
Leadership in Focus:
Professor Troy Farrell
Hear Professor Troy Farrell, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science, discuss why the study of natural sciences, information technology, and mathematical sciences is more relevant than ever before.
Our facilities
Our research centres
Discover our research centres and the world-changing work of our academic staff.
Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy
Centre for Clean Energy Technologies and Practices
Explore science research
Find out more about the advances our researchers are making across an exciting range of science disciplines.
Our research groups and projects
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Partner with us
Forming a research partnership with us will provide many benefits to your organisation.
Our expertise in finding solutions to complex problems means that we deliver real-world results for our partners in industry and government.
You can partner with us and secure significant real-world advantages for your organisation.
Real science stories
Find out what it’s like to work and study at the QUT Faculty of Science, learn about student life and explore exciting projects our researchers are involved in.
Don’t just study science here – experience it
Experience our science labs, facilities and student life, all from your own computer. Our 360° science experience gives you a taste of what it's like to learn, work and play at QUT.
News and events
Dr Katrina Wruck named 2025 Young Australian of the Year
Dr Katrina Wruck, QUT research fellow in industrial chemistry and lecturer in the School of Chemistry and Physics who advocates for the power of green chemistry has been named the 2025 Young Australian of the Year.
Magnificent seven: Meet our New Colombo Plan scholars for 2025
Seven QUT students have been awarded prestigious New Colombo Plan Scholarships by the Australian Government to study overseas in 2025 and do internships and language training in their host country.
Breakthrough brings body-heat powered wearable devices closer to reality
A QUT-led research team has developed an ultra-thin, flexible film that could power next-generation wearable devices using body heat, eliminating the need for batteries.