Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Mathematics
Combine IT and mathematics to fields such as programming, data communications, business process management, software engineering and telecommunications.
'I chose to study at QUT because it offers a double degree that combines my passion for technology and maths. This allows me to graduate with two degrees in a shorter amount of time while still pursuing my interests. I also love the flexibility of not choosing a major right away, allowing me to explore different aspects of the degree before committing to a specific area.'
Rebecca Mullock Westpac Young Technologists Scholar
Kanu's story
Westpac Young Technologist Kanu Agarwal studied a double degree in mathematics and computer science at QUT. She now works as an Associate Data Scientist at Westpac and is driven to encourage more women and girls to pursue careers in STEM.
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Think IT. Think QUT.
Our IT degree is well-recognised both locally and globally. We provide students with a unique educational experience, balancing practice and theory with industry-driven projects.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
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Rebecca's story
'I chose to study at QUT because it offers a double degree that combines my passion for technology and maths. This allows me to graduate with two degrees in a shorter amount of time while still pursuing my interests. I also love the flexibility of not choosing a major right away, allowing me to explore different aspects of the degree before committing to a specific area.'
Rebecca Mullock Westpac Young Technologists Scholar
Kanu's story
Westpac Young Technologist Kanu Agarwal studied a double degree in mathematics and computer science at QUT. She now works as an Associate Data Scientist at Westpac and is driven to encourage more women and girls to pursue careers in STEM.
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Think IT. Think QUT.
Our IT degree is well-recognised both locally and globally. We provide students with a unique educational experience, balancing practice and theory with industry-driven projects.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Push beyond your limits
'I chose to study a double degree in maths and IT because I had an interest in mathematics, and did small programming projects for fun in high school. Throughout my degree, I have been involved in in various IT and maths projects which built my confidence, serving as proof that I am capable of learning on the job and can deliver value to a community. I recommend QUT to others because there will always be something meaningful for you here, not just academically. It is a good place to find like-minded people and to push beyond your limits.'
Dang Khuong (Dan) Tran, Vietnam Mathematics and Information Technology double degree student
Think maths. Think QUT.
QUT gives you powerful mathematical analysis tools with a real-world focus. When you graduate, you can use your new-found quantitative skills in a wide range of fields and really play an integral role in the world’s workplaces.
Think IT. Think QUT.
Our IT degree is well-recognised both locally and globally. We provide students with a unique educational experience, balancing practice and theory with industry-driven projects.
Maths at QUT
Study mathematics at QUT to be part of a high-performing group of students. Build your skills with advanced mathematical techniques, focus on solving real-world problems, and learn from internationally recognised maths academics and researchers.
Highlights
Combine an information technology specialisation with applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics.
Complete 2 separate degrees in 4 years full-time.
Specialise in business process management, data warehousing, digital environments, enterprise systems, network systems, software engineering or web technologies.
Study advanced calculus, linear algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, differential equations, operations research, data analysis and statistical modelling.
Highlights
Combine an information technology specialisation with applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics.
Complete 2 separate degrees in 4 years full-time.
Specialise in business process management, data warehousing, digital environments, enterprise systems, network systems, software engineering or web technologies.
Study advanced calculus, linear algebra, vectors and matrices, computational mathematics, differential equations, operations research, data analysis and statistical modelling.
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ACS accreditation is internationally recognised by the Seoul Accord.
Why choose this course?
Mathematics and information technology are interrelated disciplines. This double degree provides you with the knowledge and skills to develop solutions for complex problems that provide great benefits to society. In the first year you will build a foundation in mathematics and information technology and then select integrated strands combining units from the areas of applied and computational mathematics, operations research, or statistics with the combined information technology specialisation of your choice.
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What to expect
Future-proof your career with this double degree, seamlessly integrating mathematics and information technology. In the initial year, you'll delve into foundational concepts across both disciplines before choosing your specialised path.
Select from integrated strands spanning applied mathematics, computational mathematics, operations research, statistics, or financial mathematics. Paired with a Data Communications and Software Engineering major, this course will equip you with the tools to create and implement cutting-edge IT solutions across various industries.
Our hands-on approach, anchored in real-world projects, gives you a deep understanding of your chosen major, allowing you to explore diverse areas within these fields.
Future-proof your career with this double degree, seamlessly integrating mathematics and information technology. In the initial year, you'll delve into foundational concepts across both disciplines before choosing your specialised path.
Select from integrated strands spanning applied mathematics, computational mathematics, operations research, statistics, or financial mathematics. Paired with a Data Communications and Software Engineering major, this course will equip you with the tools to create and implement cutting-edge IT solutions across various industries.
Our hands-on approach, anchored in real-world projects, gives you a deep understanding of your chosen major, allowing you to explore diverse areas within these fields.
In this double degree program, you'll complete coursework from each of the two degrees with additional QUT You units. The Bachelor of Information Technology comprises core units and a major in either Computer Science or Information Systems. Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Mathematics program includes core units and a major in areas such as Applied and Computational Mathematics, Operations Research, or Statistics.
Financial support
You should consider applying for an industry-sponsored mathematics bursary or an information technology scholarship to help you financially throughout your studies.
Mathematics underpins much of information technology, especially in the more advanced areas of development and analysis. As a graduate you may find employment as a data visualisation specialist, operations research specialist, computational scientist, statistician (there is high demand in the insurance industry), or work in complex system and scientific modelling.
Professional recognition
Graduates may be eligible for membership in the Australian Mathematical Society (AMS), ANZIAM (Australia and New Zealand Industrial and Applied Mathematics, a division of AMS), the Australian Society for Operations Research Inc. (ASOR) and the Statistical Society of Australia, depending on unit selections. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ACS accreditation is internationally recognised by the Seoul Accord.
Possible careers
Actuary
Computer game programmer
Data communications specialist
Database manager
Market research manager
Mathematician
Network administrator
Network manager
Programmer
Quantitative analyst
Software engineer
Statistician
Systems analyst
Details and units
Students are required to complete 384 credit points comprised of 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Information Technology program and 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Mathematics program, and 24 credit points of QUT You.
Information Technology component:
Information Technology core units – 96 credit points
Information Technology major units – 84 credit points
Mathematics component:
Mathematics core units – 84 credit points
Mathematics major units – 96 credit points
QUT You – 24 credit points
Students are required to complete 384 credit points comprised of 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Information Technology program and 180 credit points from the Bachelor of Mathematics program, and 24 credit points of QUT You.
Information Technology component:
Information Technology core units – 96 credit points
Information Technology major units – 84 credit points
Mathematics component:
Mathematics core units – 84 credit points
Mathematics major units – 96 credit points
QUT You – 24 credit points
Requirements
ATAR/selection rank threshold
84.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2025.
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)
Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 84.00 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.
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
99.45
Selection rank
99.95
Median ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank
93.65
Selection rank
98.85
Lowest ATAR/selection rank
to receive an offer
Selection rank
77.65
Selection rank
84.95
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 84.00 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.
Please select a country
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
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
Overall
6.5
Listening
6
Reading
6
Writing
6
Speaking
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
Overall
176
Listening
169
Reading
169
Writing
169
Speaking
169
PTE Academic
Overall
58
Listening
50
Reading
50
Writing
50
Speaking
50
TOEFL iBT
Overall
79
Listening
16
Reading
16
Writing
21
Speaking
18
English Test
Overall
Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake
6.5
6
6
6
6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
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