Explore our courses
Our IT and games courses give you hands-on learning in a practical field, with amazing real-world applications and outcomes.
Your IT and games career starts here
Prepare for an exciting career in the growing areas of information technology (IT), games and interactive environments. These dynamic industries offer diverse career options, and QUT will give you the skills to succeed.
As more companies undergo digital transformation, industries will evolve to include positions focused on advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, data management, business intelligence, security analysis, virtual reality, and network analysis. Demand for IT and games development professionals will continue to grow at an unmatched pace in many other industries.
Information technology
Build an IT qualification to suit your aspirations, with the option to specialise in computer science or information systems.
Games and interactive environments
Learn both the creative and technical aspects of game development by exploring current and emerging animation techniques.
Bachelor of Games and Interactive EnvironmentsData science
Analyse and interrogate data to provide meaningful insights with Queensland’s only specialist data science undergraduate degree.
New vertical double degree
Experience the power of this exciting new double degree, and graduate with a Bachelor of Information Technology and Master of Data Analytics in four years.
Why study IT and data science at QUT
Leading tech university
QUT is ranked among the top 10 universities in Australia for Computer Science and Information Systems (QS WUR by Subjects 2023).
Strong industry connections
Ranked #2 in Australia for employer-student connections (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).
Global recognition
QUT IT and games courses are recognised by the signatories of the Seoul Accord and accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), providing eligibility for ACS membership.
Love gaming? So do we
Take your love of gaming and turn into real-world opportunities with athletic scholarships, behind-the-scenes production and commentary, and social and community events.
We offer a holistic approach to one of the fastest growing emerging sports with inclusion programs and industry placements. Our purpose-built esports arena is Australia’s first university gaming space.
Whether you play for fun or would like to level up your gaming, you're in the right place.
2024 limited-time scholarship
For a limited time, the International Merit Scholarship has been extended to allow more students the opportunity to receive high-quality education. Qualifying is now simpler, and it’s open to everyone. You don’t need to apply separately to be considered. Submit your QUT course application to be assessed.
Pathways to IT
If you’re concerned you won’t meet the academic or English requirement for our IT degrees, don’t worry. We have several pathway options you can explore.
Diploma in Information Technology
Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology
Real international student stories
Learn about life and study at QUT through the lens of international students and their stories.
Upcoming international events
7 April
IDP Viet Nam's Top 50 Australia University by Subject Fair
Where: IDP Ho Chi Minh City Office
16 April
Your Future with QUT Online Webinar
When: 5:30pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (Brisbane) 16 April
Where: Online Via Zoom