Quantum Computation and Quantum Communications MPhil/PhD

This PhD programme equips students with the necessary expertise and practical knowledge to fulfil the potential of this ground-breaking field. We offer an entry stream for engineers and computer scientists with little or no prior experience in quantum mechanics, as well as students with a physics background, as part of the Intensive Training Programme (ITP). The fields of quantum computation and quantum communications are at a pivotal juncture, as the next decade will determine whether the long-anticipated technological advancements can be realised in practical, commercially-viable applications.With a wide-ranging spectrum of research group activities at UCL, the programme is well placed to offer comprehensive training across all levels of the quantum computation and quantum communications system stacks. This encompasses advanced algorithms and quantum error-correcting codes, the full range of qubit hardware platforms, quantum communications, quantum network architectures, and quantum simulation.The aim of our Intensive Training Programme (ITP) is to provide a common skills background, as well as allowing students to specialise their interests via their Introductory Project, leading to the selection of their PhD topic. Students will undergo a comprehensive and rigorous cross-disciplinary training programme, collaboratively designed by a diverse team of UCL academics and our extensive network of partners.An outstanding academic record in a relevant technical discipline (for example Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Materials, Chemistry) coupled with a broad outlook and a strong interest in quantum computation andor quantum communications. We will be looking for applicants who will have achieved the equivalent of a good UK Masters (e.g. MSci, MPhys, MEng or MSc) degree by the time they join us. The programme will not accept applications from candidates who are only qualified to Bachelors level. We strongly encourage applications from communities which are currently under-represented in quantum technologies research, including under-represented genders and ethnic groups.

Masters-level qualification in Physics or Computer Science or Mathematics or Chemistry or Materials Science or any related physical science subject or any Engineering discipline. A Bachelors-level qualification at first class honours (or equivalent) in any of the aforementioned disciplines can be considered if there is evidence of significant relevant experience outside of the university context (e.g. relevant work experience in quantum computation or quantum communications)