Careers in technology
3D printed rocket engines
See how a bunch of UQ students are shaking up the space industry and designing sustainable solutions.
Your technology career
Are you suited to technology career?
You might enjoy a career in technology if you are:
- curious
- analytical
- perseverant
- systematic
- detail-oriented
- resourceful
- a strong collaborator
Careers in technology
Different types of careers in technology include:
- Software developer
- Medical device engineer
- Sound technician
- Business analyst
- Cyber security specialist
- Data scientist
- Machine learning engineer
A growing industry
According to the Australian Government, Australia will need another 650,000 tech workers by 2030.
How to start a career in technology
Studying one of these programs after high school will help prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career in technology.
Biotechnology
Translate innovative scientific ideas into commercially viable products and technologies.
Commerce
Improve business performance by managing business information systems and data analytics.
Communication
Stay abreast of constantly evolving, data driven media technologies and how they’re used to consume news.
Computer science
Design, develop and analyse computer-based systems to shape the digital future.
Engineering
Explore advancements in AI, robotics, automated industrial machinery and avionics.
Information technology
Learn how to create games, apps, digital tools and systems used in everyday life.
Looking for something different?
Technology is the backbone of many industries. See what other programs could help you prepare for a career in this field.
Technology in action at UQ
Discover how we’re taking technology to the next level.
Lifesaving vests for firefighters
Monitoring overexertion in firefighters by enhancing their protective gear.
Tiny giant robots
Discovering new ways to manufacture robots so they’re affordable for everyday people.
Microscopic superconducting hardware
Creating circulators smaller than human hair for quantum computers.
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