Overview

The objective of the MSc programme Quantum Information Science and Technology at Leiden University is to provide its students with in-depth and combined knowledge from the four disciplines (quantum) physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, and computer science in order to enable them to stay at the forefront of fundamental knowledge of quantum technology and develop practical applications in the field.

Key Features

The On-Campus Master's Experience Day will allow you to visit the campus in person to get a feel for the city, the university atmosphere, and student life. Sit in on try-out lectures to get a taste for the in-class setting, and talk to staff, students, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

(Applied) Physics
Computer Science
Mathematics
Electrical Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leiden, Netherlands

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 36 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a BSc degree in (Applied) Physics, (Applied) Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Astronomy from Delft University of Technology, Leiden University or another Dutch University will be admitted to the master’s programme, provided they have demonstrably and successfully completed prior to admission:
At least 5 EC of linear algebra courses
At least 5 EC of calculus courses
At least 5 EC of quantum mechanics or quantum information courses at the level of D.J. Griffiths’ "Introduction to Quantum mechanics" or M.A. Nielsen & I.L. Chuang’s “Quantum information and quantum computation” or equivalent
An individual research project of at least 12 EC during the final year of their bachelor’s programme, at the level of a final bachelor’s project (‘BEP’) at Delft University of Technology or Leiden University

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22900 EUR / year

≈ 22900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2771 EUR / year

≈ 2771 EUR / year

Living costs

Leiden

Netherlands

850 - 1250 EUR / month

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

Funding

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