MS Quantum Computing at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

The MS in Quantum Computing (MSQC) is a professional master’s degree designed to provide students with a thorough grounding in the discipline of quantum information and quantum computing. This program builds upon the success of the first such program in the U.S.. The MSQC program explores the interdisciplinary nature of the field of Quantum Computing and offers the students the opportunity to develop specialized skills in Software/Computation or Hardware.

Department: Physics | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall (deadline March 15) | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 30 credits. Courses listed in the requirements include PHYSICS 701 Graduate Introductory Seminars; PHYSICS 707 Quantum Computing Laboratory; PHYSICS 709 Introduction to Quantum Computing; PHYSICS 763 Qubit Tune-Up and Programming; PHYSICS 779 Advanced Quantum Computing; PHYSICS 448 Atomic and Quantum Physics.

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Entry requirements

GRE (Graduate Record Examination) Not required; Other Test (s) (e.g. GMAT, MCAT) n/a; Letters of Recommendation Required 3. UW–Madison is awaiting approval of this new academic program by the Student & Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) before we are able to accept prospective F-1 students into this program or issue a Form I-20 for this program. International students may apply for this program but will only be considered for admission if or when the program is approved. * Current UW-Madison undergraduate and graduate students who graduate in the preceding fall semester may be eligible to apply for spring semester. Applicants should reach out to the MSQC Graduate Advisor for more information. The program is designed so that students from various STEM fields can complete it. Previous coursework in calculus and linear algebra is highly recommended.

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

Entry terms (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.wisc.edu/apply/requirements/

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