Boost your expertise in Quantum Science
The Master in Quantum Science and Technologies is aimed at graduates in Physics, Physical Engineering or equivalent degrees who want to continue specialization studies in Quantum Science and Technologies.
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About the Master
The master provides access to 60+ cutting-edge theoretical and experimental research groups across 3 universities and 4 research centres, working on quantum communication, computing, materials, sensing, and simulation, fields aligned with major pillars of the European Quantum Flagship.
The program is taught by 30+ expert professors, and covers the core concepts of quantum science & technology, as well as practical tools and techniques. Engagement with industry is prominent, with high-tech companies actively participating in teaching, offering internships, seminars and a careers symposium. The program provides access to PhD programs at the participating institutes, and will advance the future careers of students interested in working in academia or industry in this exciting and fast-moving field.
Education
Learn cutting-edge experimental and theoretical techniques in emerging quantum sciences and their technological applications.
Bridging with Industry
Experience direct contact with companies developing new Quantum Technologies.
Quantum Pillars
Choose elective subjects in Quantum Computation, Sensing, Simulation, & Communication.
Catalonia Quantum Community
The Master is embedded in the QuantumCAT Community of Universities, Companies and Research Institutes.
Key data
Deadlines: Pre-enrollment 5th promotion, Feb 2025-June 2025
Start Date: September 2025
Duration: 1 Year, 60 ECTs
Location: Lectures at the Faculty of Physics (UB)
Fees: €27.67/ECTS for students from the EU, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Andorra and China, €82 Euro/ECTS all other students. Full 60 ECTS course is €1.660,20 (EU students), €4.920 (non-EU students)
Contact: master.quantum.bcn@ub.edu
More info
Students entering the Master are required to take the Quantum Core courses covering advanced quantum mechanics, condensed matter theory, and quantum information theory. After that, students may build their own path through the master, selecting elective courses from one or more of the following tracks:
- Quantum Theory: designed for students with a background in theory and mathematics, with advanced courses on theoretical topics related to quantum information, communications and sensing.
- Quantum Software: designed for students with a computational background, with courses on cutting-edge numerical and computational techniques.
- Quantum Hardware: designed for students with an experimental focus, these courses have a practical focus on experimental techniques and cutting-edge quantum technologies.
- Quantum Optics: these are theoretical and experimental courses offered in conjunction with the Master in Photonics, for students interested in quantum optics, atom-light interaction, and their applications.
Strong links with industry are embedded into the program. All students are required to take a course on Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and the program offers opportunities to undertake an Internship with a local company or research group.
Topical Seminars from researchers and companies, and an Annual Career Symposium, will enhance the link to industry and expose students to a wide range of career paths and potential employers.
PhD Studies
Students who complete the master program and wish to continue their studies towards a research career may apply to several PhD programs:
- PhD in Physics, UB
- PhD in Physics, UAB
- PhD in Computational and Applied Physics & PhD in Signal Theory and Communication, UPC
- ICFO PhD
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Faculty & courses
Further details of the curriculum, including course content and admissions details, can be found here.
Quantum Core
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics, Arnau Rios, UB
- Condensed Matter Physics, Marius Costache, UB & Pietro Massignan, UPC
- Quantum Information Theory, Anna Sanpera, UAB & Javier Rodriguez Fonollosa, UPC
Innovation
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Albert Cirera, UB
- Internships, Rob Sewell, ICFO
- Research Stays, Rob Sewell, ICFO
Quantum Theory
- Advanced Quantum Information, Andreas Winter, UAB
- Quantum Communications and Cryptography, Antonio Acin, ICFO
- Quantum Statistical Inference, Gael Sentis, UAB & John Calsamiglia, UAB & Emili Bagan, UAB & Ramon Muñoz Tapia, UAB
- Quantum Field Theory, Alessio Celi, UAB
Quantum Software
- Machine Learning for Quantum and Classical systems, Marcin Płodzień, Timothy Heightman ( Maciej Lewenstein’s group, ICFO)
- Tensor Networks, Luca Tagliacozzo, CSIC
- Quantum Computation, Artur Garcia Saez, BSC
- Quantum Monte Carlo Methods, Grigory Astrakharchik, UPC
- Solid State Simulation Techniques, Xavier Cartoixa, UAB & Xavier Oriols, UAB
Quantum Hardware
- Quantum Materials, Stephan Roche, ICN2 & José-Hugo Garcia, ICN2
- Quantum Technology with Superconducting Circuits, David López Nuñez, IFAE
- Quantum Sensing, Morgan Mitchell, ICFO & Adrian Bachtold, ICFO & Vito Giovanni Lucivero, ICFO
- Electronics for the QTECH lab, David Gascon, UB & Javier Sieiro, UB & Jose Maria Gomez Cama, UB
- (NEW) Advanced Quantum Physics Laboratory, Jose Maria Gomez Cama, UB
Quantum Optics
- Quantum Optics, Adam Valles, ICFO & UAB & Verònica Ahufinger, UAB
- From Cooling and Trapping of Neutral Atoms to BECs, Alessio Celi, UAB & Axel Pérez-Obiol, UAB
- Advanced Quantum Optics with Applications, Hugues de Riedmatten, ICFO & Morgan Mitchell, ICFO & Sameuele Grandi, ICFO
- Quantum Simulators with Ultracold Atoms, Leticia Tarruell, ICFO & Bruno Julia-Diaz, UB
- Light matter quantum interfaces, Darrick Chang, ICFO
The Quantum Optics courses are offered in partnership with the Master in Photonics program.
Research groups
Students may undertake research projects with one of more than 60+ research groups at the participating universities and research centers. The Master Thesis will run from February to July. Detailed information regarding avaialble research projects will be made available during the first trimester of the program.
Partners
Participating Institutions
Companies
Students enrolled in the master will have the opportunity to have first hand contact with local and international companies working on Quantum Technologies through a variety of activities, including Internships, Topical Seminars, and an Annual Career Symposium.
International Partners and Exchange Opportunities
We are building links with international partners with quantum masters programs to facilitate cooperation and student exchange through the Erasmus+ program. Current students interested in exploring these opportunities should contact the coordinators at master.quantum.bcn@ub.edu for more details.
European Quantum Master Program Partners:
- Master’s Program on Quantum Science & Technology, Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (TUM and LMU)
- Master of Science in Quantum, Light, Materials and Nano Sciences, Paris-Saclay-University.
- Quantum Technology Open Master, a pilot program of the QTEdu CSA of the European Quantum Flagship.
DigiQ – Digitally Enhanced Quantum Technology Master
Our Master program participates in the European project DigiQ. In the next three years, our students and lecturers will participate actively in this project. The main fronts are:
- Improving our lectures by incorporating top educational material developed by other partners.
- Generating high quality educational materials to be shared with other partners.
- Participating in the networking activities and mobility programs funded by the project.
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Digital Europe Programme under grant agreement no. 101084035.
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