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Science is deeply embedded in our social framework and impacts greatly on our everyday lives. Twenty-first century challenges facing today's scientists range from genetic engineering with its resultant ethical considerations, to the health of our atmosphere and the retention of biodiversity in an environment under increasing pressure.

As a QUT science graduate, you will benefit from QUT's commitment to excellence in teaching. A strong emphasis on students gaining equal practical experience and theoretical knowledge makes QUT graduates sought after by industry and employers. You will benefit from QUT's internationally renowned reputation for scientific research as QUT's science courses incorporate many emerging technologies and research developments. As a student, you will be provided with practical, hands-on experience right from the beginning of the course, ensuring that when you graduate you will be familiar with the most up-to-date equipment, techniques and knowledge available - you will be well prepared for the real world!

The Faculty of Science is located at QUT's Gardens Point campus in Brisbane's city centre, nestled between the Brisbane River, Parliament House and the City Botanic Gardens. You are able to reach the campus easily by public transport including buses, trains and ferries. The Goodwill Bridge, a pedestrian and cycle bridge, links the campus to South Bank Parklands.

The Faculty has more than 2,100 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Faculty facilities include fully equipped scientific and computing laboratories and state-of-the-art multimedia lecture theatres.

QUT's Faculty of Science is an internationally renowned centre of excellence in science and mathematics education and research.

Our first-class facilities and wide range of courses will help you find your ideal career. With QUT's emphasis on excellent teaching, practical experience and integration of the latest research discoveries into your degree, you can be sure to graduate with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills sought by employers.

QUT's real-world approach to teaching means that you won't just learn theory, but you will put it into practice through real-world projects, comprehensive practical sessions in QUT's modern teaching laboratories from the first week of your course, and opportunities for work experience during your degree. This winning blend of theory and practice gives QUT graduates a reputation for being employment-ready.