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

University of Waterloo, Canada

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. Discover the PhD in Pure Mathematics Collaborative Quantum Information program, where you’ll conduct original research and generate new knowledge that explores the boundary of mathematics and pure reason. In collaboration with the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), this program offers unique opportunities to engage in world-leading research in quantum information.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics  |  Department: Pure Mathematics  |  Duration: 48 months (full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall (September - December); application deadlines: January 7(for admission in September)  |  Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study option(s): Thesis.

Career pathways

At the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to pursue a career in academia, the computer industry, teaching at the high school or college level, or in business, particularly finance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A master's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics with at least a 78% standing. Exceptions may be made for students with an honours bachelor degree who demonstrate a very high level of background preparation and research potential.

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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