Highlights

  • Experience the power of this exciting double degree option, merging the Bachelor of Information Technology with the Master of Data Science. 
  • 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.
  • QUT is Australia's top research institution for data mining and analysis (Australian Research Magazine 2024).

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 2024).
  • 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.

Guarantee a place in your course

For this course, if you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, or receive an ATAR or selection rank of 80.00 or higher and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in 2025.

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Why choose this course?

The Bachelor of Information Technology/Master 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.

Real-world learning

Throughout your degree, you'll gain professional experience and have the opportunity to network with representatives from the tech industry. 

By completing a capstone project in your third year, you will work with a group of peers to solve a real industry problem. This could include the development of a software, analysis application, or business process model. The project will act as a vehicle for you to develop professional design and project management skills. This final-year project is developed together with a real-world client and is unveiled at the QUT IT and Games Showcase at the end of your degree. Over 100 industry partners come to the showcase to connect with our students and scout for talent.

Learn from the best

This course is designed to specifically meet industry needs. Our academics are world leaders in research and have strong industry ties that ensure the relevance of teaching material and high-quality learning experiences for students. 

Academics teaching in this course also work on ground-breaking research in the QUT Centre for Data Science and have a wide range of real-world experience in finance, government policy-making and in industry, so their teaching reflects current thinking and is based on practical situations and outcomes. These links also provide access to guest lecturers, who add their own experiences and challenges to your learning and thinking.

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What to expect

This course will allow you to build industry-relevant knowledge and proficiency in diverse data analytics tools so that you'll be empowered to drive decision-making across sectors. Graduate with a bachelor degree and master degree within four years and fast-track your ability to join the workforce as one of the most sought-after professionals. 

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.

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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.   

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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

Careers and outcomes

There is a strong demand in Australia for information technology graduates with advanced skills in data science. 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.

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.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Information Technology is an ACS (Australian Computer Society) accredited course with international recognition. 

Early exit

Upon completion of the required units, students can exit with a Bachelor of Information Technology. 

Possible careers

  • Business intelligence specialist
  • Computer systems engineer
  • Data analyst
  • Data scientist
  • Data systems developer
  • Data-driven decision maker
  • Digital performance analyst
  • Statistician

Details and units

Requirements

Course code
IV05
QTAC code
419742
CRICOS code
116996J
Delivery
  • Online
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Duration
4 years full-time
8 years part-time
Duration
4 years full-time
Entry
February and July
Entry
February and July
Deferment

You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.

Assumed knowledge

Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:

  • English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
  • General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

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Offer guarantee

If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 80.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

VET guarantee

If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Advanced standing

If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.

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Deferment

You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.

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Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank

Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.

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Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024

The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.

Excluding adjustments Including adjustments
Highest ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank 93.00
Selection rank 95.70
Median ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank 87.00
Selection rank 87.00
Lowest ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank 80.00
Selection rank 80.45

You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.

Other admission options

If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).

I completed my studies outside of Australia

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

Assumed knowledge
  • General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

I completed secondary school in Australia

Assumed knowledge
  • General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

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Offer guarantee

If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 80.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

VET guarantee

If you have completed an AQF diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.

Minimum English language requirements

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.

Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
176 169 169 169 169
PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
TOEFL iBT / Paper 79 16 16 21 18

Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2025 fees

2025: CSP $9,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $41,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

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HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees

You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.

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Scholarships

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

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International Merit Scholarship

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

QUT Real World International Scholarship

A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

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