Overview

This Quantum Technology MSc at University of Glasgow is underpinned by Glasgow leadership in the UK’s Quantum Technology programme. The subjects taught in this programme are the relevant science behind many of the global challenges – in energy, environment, materials, and security – identified as major themes for interdisciplinary research in the 21st century. The programme is ideal if you are keen to pursue a professional career or research in Quantum Technologies.

Career prospects

You will be well equipped for a variety of careers either in an academic or industrial setting. You will also be well qualified to pursue a doctoral degree e.g. in the School of Physics & Astronomy or the James Watt School of Engineering. The Glasgow-led Quantum Technology Hub has strong links with national labs/industry, and these present an excellent opportunity for future career opportunities, including:

Leonardo (defence & security)
Thales (defence & security)
BAE Systems (defence & security)
Lockheed Martin (defence & security)
DSTL (defence & security)
National Physical Laboratory (national standards laboratory)
Bridgeporth (environmental monitoring)
Clydespace (space technology)
Schlumberger (seismic monitoring)
M-squared (sources and detectors)
Coherent (sources and detectors)
Photon Force (sources and detectors)
ST Micro (nanofabrication)
Kelvin Nanotechnology (nanofabrication)

Our graduating students working within this area have an excellent track record of further academic study (postdoctoral research posts or academic positions) and employment within industry.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Quantum Information
Advanced Data Analysis For Physics And Astronomy
Quantum Electronic Devices
Quantum Materials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-08 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics General Engineering & Technology View 305 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Physical Sciences, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computing Science with at least 1 credit bearing module in Physics and Modern Physics and Quantum Mechanics at an average grade of pass.
We may also accept degrees in a related subject with significant physics content at a 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent). A 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Physics followed by substantial relevant experience may be considered on an individual basis.
We may sometimes accept degrees at a 2.1 Hons or higher in a related subject with significant physics content, or a 2.2 Hons in physics followed by substantial relevant experience may be considered on an individual basis
Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31050 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12960 GBP / year

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Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / 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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