Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Master of Data Analytics

Queensland University of Technology’s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) / Master of Data Analytics is a combined degree based in Brisbane. Over five years, students complete an undergraduate engineering honours degree alongside an integrated master’s specialising in data analytics. The structure is set up so you complete a series of core engineering units, electives, and a discipline-specific honours thesis, before progressing to advanced data analytics coursework and an applied capstone project at the master's level. Each subject is a unit of study and carries specific credit points towards graduation requirements.

The engineering honours component covers fundamentals and major choices like civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering, including practical labs and real-world design projects. That’s backed by project management and problem-solving skills sought by Australian employers. In your final bachelor year, you undertake an honours research project. The data analytics units start with statistical analysis, database systems, and programming, then move into big data, machine learning, and advanced industry applications. A master’s project or internship provides hands-on experiences, often in partnership with local Brisbane companies or QUT’s research groups.

Work-integrated learning is embedded throughout. Students in engineering usually spend time in industry placements with Australian firms, and the analytics capstone often connects students with live business problems from QUT’s industry partners. This combined degree suits those who want strong technical engineering skills with advanced data analytics for roles in sectors like transport, energy, infrastructure, consulting, or digital tech. Graduates finish with two qualifications and professional experience valued by Queensland and national employers.

International students must meet English requirements, such as an IELTS Academic 6.5 overall. Work rights of 48 hours per fortnight during study let you gain experience in Brisbane’s engineering and tech sectors. Upon completion, graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) through the post-study work stream. For precise credit point structure, placement details, and recognition arrangements, check the official QUT and CRICOS pages.

• Data analyst or data scientist in engineering consultancies, infrastructure, health, or business analytics
• Graduate engineer (civil, mechanical, electrical or other fields) in Australian construction, manufacturing, or utilities
• Machine learning or AI specialist in digital technologies and IT services
• Project manager or consultant for smart infrastructure and intelligent transport systems
• Researcher or technical specialist in government agencies and applied R&D