Why study STEM at QUT?

Discovering how to improve lives by solving a range of real-world problems will be crucial in the future. Many of the jobs of today were unheard of a decade ago: app developers, big data analysts and sustainability engineers.

STEM careers provide the greatest opportunities to succeed in the future.

No university is better placed to help you launch your STEM career than Queensland’s only university of technology.

Why study STEM at QUT?

The fundamental underpinning of the skills you need for jobs of the future is STEM.

But did you know that there’s a secret formula to getting that great-paying, in-demand and stellar career that you’ll love? We call it STEM+X - where X is your passion, another field or a world-changing goal.

To help get you started on finding your perfect STEM+X combo, we’ve created a 60-page STEM+X guide in partnership with Careers with STEM.

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Your STEM career starts here

Think about the future. What issues do we need to address, as a society, to ensure longevity? Climate change. Water scarcity. Food shortages. Species extinction. Affordable housing.  With a predicted 75 per cent of future occupations needing STEM literacy, it means that a skilled STEM workforce is central to addressing these complex issues now and into the future.

Science and Advanced Science

Understand and tackle the greatest challenges facing our world and its future.

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Health and medical science

Explore the exciting intersection of health and scientific innovation with our courses in biomedical sciences.

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Mathematics

Analyse, provide insight and solve complex problems for our economy, society and the environment.

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Information Technology

Use information and automation to make our lives more connected, secure and easier.

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Games & Interactive Environments

Develop interactive worlds that motivate consumers and grow business.

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Data Science

Analyse and interrogate data to provide meaningful insights.

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Urban development

Plan, build and construct sustainable communities for the future.

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Architecture and design

Be inspired to create environments to positively affect human health, environmental quality and social relationships.

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Engineering

Create practical solutions to technical problems – and make life safer and easier.

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Lauren Blackwell, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science student

Double your career opportunities

A double degree can help you develop a portfolio of skills and capabilities so you will be flexible, prepared for change and able to maximise your career opportunities. Create your own specialist career niche by combining your STEM degree with a complementary study area that interests you.

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What does a STEM career look like?

The Careers with STEM Job Kits are free 8-page e-mags you can download, offering a complete introduction to individual STEM careers.

Discover what a job in STEM is all about, meet real people working in the field, and find out what you can do right now to set your career on the right path.

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Ready STEM Go!

Tune in to hear from a great line-up of guest alumni from around the world, sharing their stories about the paths they’ve taken to get where they are in their STEM careers. Hosted by QUT STEM graduate, Mackenzi Oliver, these episodes will help you find your inspiration for a STEM career.

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Next-generation research

Our researchers work in key STEM areas, aiming to solve some of the major challenges facing society and the planet, including:

  • sustainable development and climate change
  • energy and food security
  • an ageing population and chronic disease
  • information dissemination and security.

Many of these leading researchers will be your lecturers. Their experience, passion and knowledge will be shared with you as part of your studies. They will inspire you to reach your potential and exceed your goals.

Dr Katrina Wruck

'My interest in chemistry blossomed after watching 'The Rock' where Nicholas Cage plays an FBI chemical weapons specialist who saves the world from total annihilation. Now, I use green chemistry to solve mining waste issues that might also save the Earth.'

Lucy Sim

'I chose to study medical physics at QUT because it allows me to follow my goal to improve cancer treatments for the future. My research spans medicine, nanotechnology and physics. With work placements and training, I am in a continual learning environment where I can help solve problems that have a real clinical impact.'

Prof Michael Milford

QUT is the home of Queensland’s leading researcher in robotics, Professor Michael Milford. We are proud to be Australia's number one robotics research institution for the fifth consecutive year (Australian Research Magazine, 2024).

Scholarships for STEM students

We recognise the achievements and potential of our students and encourage you to apply for our scholarships, bursaries and development programs. Scholarships offer both financial support and a wealth of invaluable experience. They can help shape and support your time at university. All you need to do is apply.

Study at the heart of technology

You’ve got ideas that can help shape the world? Our courses will give you the tools, equipment and technology to bring your concepts to life.

We're Queensland’s only university of technology - future-focused and always exploring emerging disciplines and equipment. We'll help you push the boundaries of scientific development using cutting-edge facilities housed in our specialist precincts, labs and workspaces.

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Peer networks and support

A common misconception about university is that you have to do it ‘on your own’. You’ll be relieved to know that QUT offers many opportunities to get involved, make new friends, and receive proactive and timely support services to help you succeed.

Connect with your crew

Join a range of student-led projects and clubs: QUT Aerospace, QUT Construct, Girls in Engineering Making Statements, QUT Maths Society, QUT Motorsport, QUT Planning Student Association, Women in Science, and QUT Women in Technology are just some.

QUT Entrepreneurship

Why wait until you graduate to create your business, social enterprise or side hustle? QUT Entrepreneurship is the perfect place to collaborate, network and share ideas with fellow budding entrepreneurs and like-minded students from across the university.

Oodgeroo Unit

The Oodgeroo Unit is QUT's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student success unit, providing admission pathways, dedicated study spaces, tutors, cultural support and scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

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