Programme structure
Quantum Information Science and Technology is built around a Master's thesis, which is an independent scientific research work of 60 ECTS credits, and six courses with a total of 60 ECTS credits.
The programme contains mandatory courses. For general structure and mandatory requirements, please see the programme structure.
Recommended courses
In addition to the mandatory courses, you must choose courses in consultation with your supervisor. We recommend courses focusing on quantum mechanics, quantum information theory and quantum technologies. These recommendations are divided into two specialisations: theoretical and applied.
You may choose from both listings below (theoretical and applied), but note that conflicts in schedule are more likely if you mix courses from both groups, so please remember to check your schedule and exam dates.
Theoretical
- FYS4110 – Modern Quantum Mechanics
- FYS4170 – Relativistic Quantum Field Theory
- FYS4415 – Quantum Computing and Quantum Information theory (new course from 2026)
- FYS4480 – Quantum mechanics for many-particle systems
- MAT3420 – Quantum Computing
- MAT4430 – Quantum information theory
Applied
- FYS4411 – Computational Physics II: Quantum Mechanical Systems
- FYS5419 – Quantum computing and quantum machine learning
- FYS4430 – Condensed Matter Physics II
- FYS5429 – Advanced machine learning and data analysis for the physical sciences
- MENA5010 – Nanophysics
Diploma and degree
The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.