Student life, graduate stories and research features curated by QUT Faculty of Science.
2 March, 2026
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Work integrated learning,
Undergraduate,
Postgraduate,
Research,
Science
Three Scientists, Three Unexpected Journeys
A trio of scientists with wildly different beginnings share how unexpected pivots led them into inspiring STEM careers.
24 February, 2026
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Information technology,
Games development,
Postgraduate,
Student clubs
Your Path Into Tech Starts Here: Turn Your Barriers Into Momentum
Discover how students juggling work, family, distance, and doubt still carved out their path into the tech industry.
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29 January, 2026
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Undergraduate,
Mathematics
Q&A with Brynn: Blending Maths, Medicine and Impact
We caught up with maths and biomedical science student, Brynn Mackie, to see how she's used her degree to tackle cancer research.
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28 January, 2026
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Research,
Undergraduate,
Science
Reef Restoration in Action: My Cairns Field Experience
Bachelor of Science student Lauren Hirst dives into a hands-on Great Barrier Reef restoration adventure, deploying coral Reef Stars and witnessing reef recovery in action.
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8 January, 2026
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Games development,
Data science,
Mathematics,
Information technology,
Science
STEM dates in 2026
From applauding groundbreaking scientific discoveries to championing environmental conservation and spotlighting social justice and technological marvels, get ready to mark your calendars with important STEM days in 2026!
2 December, 2025
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Science,
Undergraduate,
Work integrated learning
Fieldwork on Country: Environmental Science in Action
A snapshot of the cultural learning, fieldwork and research experiences that shaped our Environmental Science students’ final-year capstone projects.
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20 November, 2025
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Information technology,
Undergraduate,
Work integrated learning,
Double degrees
Tech webinar: Insights from Experts and Students
Explore the exciting world of tech careers from the perspectives of IT students and our very own cryptography expert.
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4 November, 2025
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Information technology
Student reflections: Visiting CSIRO's research facility
Students got a behind-the-scenes look at cutting-edge projects in robotics, space exploration, and automation at the CSIRO Pullenvale Research Facility— and the chance to hear directly from the specialists shaping Australia’s scientific future.
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29 October, 2025
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Information technology,
Flexible study
QUT student wins Rising Star of the Year at Women in Digital Awards
Inano Knowles, a QUT IT student, has been named the 2025 Rising Star of the Year at the Women in Digital Awards.
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