Quantum Technology
(MSc) Quantum Technology
Entry for 2025
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
| Year | Term | Status | Module | Credits | FHEQ level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Autumn Semester | Core | Quantum Optics and Quantum Information (895F3) | 15 | 7 |
| Option | Atom Light Interactions (897F3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Data Analysis Techniques (890F3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Programming through Python (823G5) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Quantum Computing (979G5) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Quantum Field Theory (877F3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| All Year Teaching | Core | MSc Project Research Skills (PGT) (919F3) | 30 | 7 | |
| Spring Semester | Core | Practical Quantum Technologies (893F3) | 15 | 7 | |
| Option | Electrons, Cold Atoms & Quantum Circuits (888F3) | 15 | 7 | ||
| Introduction to Nano-materials and Nano-characterisation (907F3) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Lasers and Photonics (F3218) | 15 | 6 | |||
| Monte Carlo Simulations (L7) (865G1) | 15 | 7 | |||
| Semiconductors and Nanomaterial Devices (L6) (F3231) | 15 | 6 | |||
| Spring & Summer Teaching | Core | MSc Project P&A (PGT) (920F3) | 60 | 7 |
Part-time course composition
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