Overview

The Quantum Technologies programme offered by University of Oxford will provide you with the central technical background in these technologies, combined with hands-on practical training through short modules and research experience through an extended four-month project. This course is taught in collaboration with the Departments of Engineering, Materials, Mathematics, Computer Science and Chemistry, providing an interdisciplinary overview. The course is designed to be accessible to students with a strong background in any of these areas of study.

Key Facts

At the end of the course, it is expected that you will have achieved the following learning objectives:

to have a technical overview of the principles underpinning quantum technologies
to understand the principles of quantum computing, sensing and communications
to have an overview of the state-of-the-art in hardware for quantum technologies
to have further detailed knowledge of specific topics within quantum technologies and their applications (through chosen option courses)
to appreciate the challenges and opportunities of translating quantum technologies to applications across different setups
to complete short training in transferable skills including presenting work
to have practical hands-on experience in practical techniques underpinning quantum technologies chosen from options ranging from laboratory techniques and control systems to programming of quantum computers
to have demonstrated competence in completing and presenting a research project, both in written and oral form

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Quantum Mechanics for Quantum Technologies
Quantum Technologies
Quantum Technologies and their applications
Hardware for Quantum Technologies
Industrial Seminar
Quantum Technologies Practical Training

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-10 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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General requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in science or mathematics.
However, entrance is expected to be very competitive and it is anticipated that most successful applicants will have a first-class degree or the equivalent.
Most candidates have a master's degree or the equivalent.
For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum overall GPA that is normally required to meet the undergraduate-level requirement is 3.5 out of 4.0. However, it is anticipated that most successful applicants will have a GPA of 3.7.

Tuition Fees

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43730 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

16220 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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