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Department of Physics and Astronomy

Quantum Technology

(MSc) Quantum Technology

Entry for 2024

FHEQ level

This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.

Course learning outcomes

A solid understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, in applications of quantum physics (in the context of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics).

A comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to either theoretical or experimental quantum technologies.

Demonstrate basic research skills and the ability to perform independent research in a given area.

Critically assess material on a specific topic involving quantum technologies or Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics.

Full-time course composition

YearTermStatusModuleCreditsFHEQ level
1Autumn SemesterCoreQuantum Optics and Quantum Information (895F3)157
  OptionAtom Light Interactions (897F3)157
  Computational Chemistry (F1047)156
  Data Analysis Techniques (890F3)157
  Programming through Python (823G5)157
  Quantum Computing (979G5)157
  Quantum Field Theory (877F3)157
 Spring SemesterCorePractical Quantum Technologies (893F3)157
  OptionAdvanced Condensed State Physics (F3231)156
  Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits (888F3)157
  Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation (907F3)157
  Lasers and Photonics (F3218)156
  Monte Carlo Simulations (L7) (865G1)157

Part-time course composition

YearTermStatusModuleCreditsFHEQ level
1Autumn SemesterCoreQuantum Optics and Quantum Information (895F3)157
  OptionAtom Light Interactions (897F3)157
  Computational Chemistry (F1047)156
  Data Analysis Techniques (890F3)157
  Programming through Python (823G5)157
  Quantum Computing (979G5)157
  Quantum Field Theory (877F3)157
 Spring SemesterCorePractical Quantum Technologies (893F3)157
  OptionAdvanced Condensed State Physics (F3231)156
  Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits (888F3)157
  Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation (907F3)157
  Lasers and Photonics (F3218)156
  Monte Carlo Simulations (L7) (865G1)157
YearTermStatusModuleCreditsFHEQ level
2Autumn SemesterOptionAtom Light Interactions (897F3)157
  Data Analysis Techniques (890F3)157
  Programming through Python (823G5)157
  Quantum Computing (979G5)157
  Quantum Field Theory (877F3)157
 Spring SemesterOptionElectrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits (888F3)157
  Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation (907F3)157
  Lasers and Photonics (F3218)156
  Monte Carlo Simulations (L7) (865G1)157
  Semiconductors and Nanomaterial Devices (L6) (F3231)156
 Spring & Summer TeachingCoreMSc Project P&A (PGT) (920F3)607

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