By Amanda Maslin, 20 November, 2025
Careers in Information Technology are evolving at record speed. Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work and create, cybersecurity specialists are in demand across every industry, and fields like cloud computing and quantum technology are opening doors to work that didn’t exist a few years ago.
Whether you're interested in cyber security, software development or artificial intelligence, the emerging intersections between tech and fields like health, energy, law, or the arts, the opportunities are broader and more impactful than ever.
And here’s the wild part: many of the jobs you’ll one day apply for haven’t even been invented yet.
That’s exactly why we created this webinar with Careers with STEM: to help high school students, teachers, and parents make sense of the fast-moving tech landscape, and to highlight the pathways that lead from curiosity to career.
Meet the panel
Professor Craig Costello, Quantum-cryptography expert
Craig Costello is a professor at QUT and a world leader in quantum-resistant cryptography; the technology that will safeguard our digital systems in a post-quantum world. After completing his PhD at QUT, he spent several years as a principal research scientist at Microsoft in the United States, driving breakthroughs in mathematics, security, and post-quantum cryptographic design. Craig’s work continues to shape global standards and strengthen the foundations of next-generation cybersecurity.
Belinda Zhou, Final-year computer science student and emerging cyber leader
Belinda Zhou is in her final year of a Bachelor of Computer Science at QUT and brings practical experience in cybersecurity and technology risk from her work at EY. Recognised at the Australian Women in Security Awards, she is passionate about harnessing technology to drive meaningful innovation and create safer digital futures. Belinda is committed to leading with impact and empowering the next generation of problem-solvers to confidently navigate an increasingly tech-driven world.
Vinesh Nangia, IT/Law student exploring the future of tech regulation
Vinesh Nangia is a double-degree student in Information Technology and Law at QUT, where he combines his interest in emerging technologies with an eye for policy and governance. He led a national award-winning legal AI project, exploring international tech regulation during a semester in the UK, and as the 2025 President and founding executive of the Law, Innovation and Technology Society, he’s championing conversations at the intersection of law and innovation.
Watch the tech webinar
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QUT’s Bachelor of Information Technology now offers seven new, industry-informed majors designed for the future of tech. Co-designed with industry, the Bachelor of Information Technology prepares you for future-focused careers in AI, cybersecurity, software development and beyond. Our IT degree is built for flexibility. Study full time, part time, or 100 percent online to suit your lifestyle.
