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- 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.
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
Financial support
You should consider applying for an industry-sponsored mathematics bursary or an information technology scholarship to help you financially throughout your studies.
Other study options
Career outcomes
Career outcomes
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
Requirements
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2019.
Don't have an OP or rank?
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- Course code
- SE30
- QTAC code
- 418552
- CRICOS code
- 059226F
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 4 years full-time
- 4 years full-time
- February
- February
- OP Guarantee
- Yes
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- English
- Maths B
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA).
Guaranteed entry
If you receive an adjusted OP 1-5 (or equivalent selection rank), 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.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your selection rank (or OP equivalent) will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2018
The scores listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent school leavers. If you are not a school leaver, take a look at the entry thresholds box at the top of this page to see the lowest adjusted scores required overall to receive an offer.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OP | Selection rank | OP | Selection rank | |
| Highest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
1
|
Selection rank
99
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OP
1
|
Selection rank
99
|
| Median OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
5
|
Selection rank
91
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OP
3
|
Selection rank
95
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| Lowest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
8
|
Selection rank
84
|
OP
7
|
Selection rank
86
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Minimum academic requirements
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Subject prerequisites
- Maths B
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Guide to entry thresholds
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2019.
- OP
- 6
- Rank
- 89
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you completed secondary school in Australia and received an OP 1-5 or equivalent, and you meet the course prerequisites, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in the January offer round
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, Singapore, South Africa, 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.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cambridge Advanced English Score
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. You must provide your Cambridge English Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
|
IELTS Academic
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
|
Pearson PTE (Academic)
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. Please assign your test to QUT in your Pearson profile. |
58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
|
TOEFL iBT
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
If you have not completed an English language test, you can sit the IELTS test at our IELTS test centre
Fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2020 fees
2020 CSP $9,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2020 fees
2020: $34,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
Find out more about undergraduate course fees
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Scholarships
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Women in Information Technology Merit Scholarship
A scholarship for female students who want to study information technology.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance; Women
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (Academic)
A scholarship for future undergraduate students who want to study in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Equity scholarships scheme
A scholarship for low-income students studying in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Struggling financially
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (Elite Athlete)
A scholarship for future and current undergraduate students who want to study in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Sporting excellence
Undergraduate Indigenous Fee Waiver Commencing Student Scholarship
A scholarship for Indigenous undergraduate students studying in the Science and Engineering Faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent
Westpac Young Technologist Scholarship
The Young Technologists Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students passionate about bringing change through cutting-edge technology and innovation.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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