Applied Mathematics (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at University of Waterloo

Programme overview

The Mike and Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre, home to the Institute for Quantum Computing and the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology, located on Waterloo's main campus. Conduct mathematics-based research and generate new knowledge in a multidisciplinary environment while learning about and engaging in world-leading research at the cutting edge of quantum information with the PhD in Applied Mathematics Collaborative Quantum Information program. At North America’s only dedicated Faculty of Mathematics and the #1 school in Canada for mathematics and computer science, you’ll connect theoretical advances and innovative mathematics to develop novel solutions to the pressing problems facing today’s world.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics | Department: Applied Mathematics | Duration: 48 months (full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August); application deadlines: January 15 (for admission in September); June 1 (for admission in January of the following year); October 1 (for admission in May of the following year) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study option(s): Thesis.

Career pathways

With the competitive edge provided by mentorship through the Faculty’s connections around the world, you’ll be prepared to pursue a career in academia, government or industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum grade point average: 78% or its equivalent. It is absolutely essential that the application for admission into the program contain evidence of potential for performing original research. This should be provided by successful completion of a master's thesis in a mathematics-related discipline. In some circumstances a student enrolled in the MMath program may transfer to the PhD program without completing their MMath program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are made online through the Graduate Studies Application and the non-refundable application fee is $150 CAD per program. Deadlines are set by each programme.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.apply.uwaterloo.ca/apply/

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