About us
The Faculty of Science delivers distinctive programs in information technology, mathematics, data science, games, and the natural sciences to meet industry demands for data-driven, technological solutions and real-world change.
Strong connections and long-standing partnerships with industry and government enable us to address complex challenges through education, research and innovation.
We facilitate learning that is delivered on campus, online and in the real world through relevant and practical learning experiences, and work integrated learning for all students.
Our schools
Biology and environmental science
Our students are learning, discovering and building new knowledge in the living world around us.
Chemistry and physics
Our teaching and research emphasises exciting advances in the chemical and physical sciences, creating real-world change.
Computer science
We're developing research and teaching curriculum to respond to an increasingly technology- and data-driven world.
Earth and atmospheric sciences
Our courses and research explore growth and change in our climate, resources, environments and energy.
Information systems
Our teaching, research and industry services are designed to meet the needs of today's interconnected world.
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.
Our research centres
Discover our research centres and the world-changing work of our academic staff.
Centre for Environment and Society
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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Alumni stories
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Real focus on research
Our facilities
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
Bushfire smoke increasingly impacting Queensland city air quality: QUT study
Bushfire smoke is affecting Queensland urban air quality more often and more severely than previously understood, with new QUT-led research revealing bushfire-impacted hours have almost tripled in recent years, increasing health risks for communities.
Biotechnology study options boosted at QUT
Two new biotechnology majors have been introduced by QUT in recognition of its critical role in addressing some of the world's most pressing current and future challenges.
QUT researchers celebrated at Women in Technology Awards
Two researchers and educators from the QUT Faculty of Science have been honoured for their groundbreaking work at the 2026 Women in Technology (WiT) Awards, held Friday night in Brisbane.