24 months
Duration
145000 SEK/year
Free
Unknown
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date

About

The Master's Programme in Quantum Technology will prepare you to be a part of the new quantum revolution. You will develop expertise in quantum phenomena and how they are used in the most recent technologies based on optical, electronic and magnetic phenomena. Uppsala University offers you an international environment with leading experts, cutting edge research, and contacts with the industry.

Overview

Important parts of modern technology apply physics on a scale where quantum effects are central. This technology has had a huge influence on the development of society, including the use of transistors, lasers, and superconductors. The Master's Programme in Quantum Technology at Uppsala University will give you knowledge about the quantum mechanical laws that explain these quantum effects in light and matter, and an insight into the technological leaps now taking place. Leaps including developments in optoelectronics, photonics, information technology, nanotechnology, sustainable energy systems, medicine instrumentation.

This programme will also allow you to look ahead towards how one can control individual atoms, electrons, and photons, and their applications. This development is often called "the second quantum revolution". The understanding and control of these quantum phenomena are expected to make entirely new things possible in areas like quantum materials, quantum information and quantum computers. Interests from industry range from the implementation of completely secure encryption to exponentially improving performance in high-intensity calculations in telecommunications, logistics, or modelling of chemical processes for medicine development.

Careers

The opportunities for different choices through the programme give you access to a broad labour market in an area that requires in-depth technological and theoretical knowledge for the development of a company's products. You can work at businesses that develop information technology, means to improve on energy supply systems, or target other environmental challenges, both at established larger companies, research-intensive companies or start-ups.

In electronics, magnetism, and optoelectronics there is a constant development of semiconductor technology, measurement technology, photo and video technology, LED and OLED, and photovoltaics. Many new areas which process photons and electrons are located in the borderland between optics, solid state physics, and electronics. The programme will provide you with the set of skills needed to be a part of this development, with job opportunities all over the world.

In the field of quantum computer development, intensive efforts already exist at a number of large companies such as Microsoft, Google, INTEL, and IBM, as well as at various research centres in Europe.

You can choose to pursue PhD studies after the programme, either at Uppsala University or at other Swedish or foreign universities. Upon completion of a PhD degree, you may choose to continue on to research inside academia, but you will also be an attractive candidate for many positions in the labour market.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Semiconductor Electronics
  • Electromagnetic Field Theory
  • Classical Electrodynamics
  • Scientific Programming in Python with Applications in Physics,
  • Micro- and Nanotechnology
  • Solid State Physics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Photonics and Quantum Optics

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Uppsala University and/or in Sweden, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university.

Also required is:

  • 75 credits in physics and engineering, of which at least 50 credits in physics including 10 credits in quantum physics;
  • 40 credits in mathematics;
  • 10 credits in scientific computing and computer programming, of which at least 5 credits scientific computing;

Selection: Students are selected based on:

  • an overall appraisal of previous university studies; and
  • a statement of purpose (1 page).

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees
  • International

    145000 SEK/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 290000 SEK for the full programme during 24 months.
  • EU/EEA

    Free
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 0 SEK for the full programme during 24 months.

Living costs for Uppsala

7620 - 12066 SEK /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Quantum Technology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Digital Payment Solution Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Kreditkortlistan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2025
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2025
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
Student Grant Program
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Advanced Navigation
Location not available

Other interesting programmes for you

Our partners

Quantum Technology
Uppsala University
Quantum Technology
-
Uppsala University

Wishlist

Go to your profile page to get personalised recommendations!