Quantum Science & Technology
M.Sc.
Overview
Major study fields include Quantum Computing, Quantum Sensing, Quantum Simulation, Quantum Materials and Quantum Cryptography to name only a few. The research field Quantum Science & Technology is firmly grounded on the basic understanding of the principles of quantum mechanics, but also relies on developments in neighboring research areas such as mathematics, information technology, electrical engineering and chemistry. It is for this reason that the two Munich Universities – Technical University of Munich and Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich – have joined their forces to establish the interdisciplinary Master’s study program “Quantum Science & Technology“ (QST).
The study program QST goes significantly beyond the standard teaching program of quantum mechanics as in modern application of quantum technologies (Quantum2.0), the concepts of superposition and entanglement are of central importance. Owing to the complexity of the field, the study program QST aims at students which will work at the forefront of quantum science and who will expand the existing research areas in natural sciences (e.g. physics and chemistry), mathematics and engineering (e.g. computer science and electrical engineering).
Which professional opportunities can I take up with this qualification?
Typical fields of work for graduates of this master's program include experimental research activities, planning and documentation of research projects, as well as related fields such as patent law, development, project planning, or in public authorities.
Graduates of the program are trained to work in research-oriented interdisciplinary teams at universities and in the high-tech industry. Another career opportunity is the founding or involvement in start-ups, which are often directly established out of universities in the high-tech sector. The strategic connection to institutions like UnternehmerTUM provides particularly favorable synergy configurations for these endeavors.
Structure
The Master's program is divided in a course phase in the first two semesters and a research phase in the second year. The base of the course phase is given by the two mandatory courses QST-Experiment: Quantum Hardware and QST-Theory: Quantum Information in combination with special courses where students can chose from a catalogue.
In the research phase, students particularly benefit from the research environment provided by the Excellence cluster Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST).
Costs
Tuition
HK$0.00
(international)
HK$0.00
(home)
Funding
Admissions
Qualifications
Selection takes place through an aptitude assessment procedure. Aptitude assessment is a two-part procedure after the submission of an official application to a program. In this procedure, the TUM school or department determines whether you meet the specific requirements for its master’s degree program.
In the initial stages, the grades you obtained during your bachelor's program, as well as your written documents, will be evaluated using a point system. Depending on the amount of points accumulated, applicants are either immediately admitted, rejected or invited to an admissions interview.
Language requirements
TOEFL
88