Overview
During the Quantum Technology major from Aalto University, you will
- learn the fundamentals of quantum physics and understand its applications in real-world technologies;
- acquire the necessary mathematical skills and physical theories to understand the quantum world from a technological perspective;
- be able to carry out experiments on quantum systems and envision technological developments towards future applications; and
- know how to utilize and create computer algorithms and programs that exploit quantum-mechanical principles.
Throughout your studies, you will develop strong skills in mathematics, physics, computer science, and electrical engineering. After completing your degree, you have tools to tackle industrial challenges involving quantum physics and develop quantum technologies for the benefit of society.
Career opportunities
With a Quantum Technology Bachelor’s degree, you will have long-standing career prospects in areas that require strong expertise in quantum science and analytical skills. After the completion of a Master’s degree, quantum-technology students can find employment in a wide range of industries and research institutions. Quantum technology experts can work as research engineers in high-tech companies focusing on computation, communication, or sensing technologies based on quantum physics. Similar employment opportunities exist in governmental research institutions. Quantum technology experts may also work as patent officers focusing on quantum engineering. A doctoral degree in quantum technology is possible for those who wish to do research in the field.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Quantum devices for advanced technologies
- Quantum-information processing, communication, and algorithms
- Quantum sensing and simulation
- Nanoscale quantum circuits and processors
- Low-temperature physics and materials science for quantum engineering
- Theoretical description and understanding of quantum systems
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
180+120 ECTS
Delivered
Disciplines
Physics General Engineering & TechnologyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
All applicants must fulfill the general eligibility requirements for higher education. You are eligible to apply if you have completed or will complete during spring one of the following degrees:
- Finnish matriculation examination
- International Baccalaureate degree (IB)
- European Baccalaureate degree (EB)
- Deutsches Internationales Abitur degree (DIA) or Reifeprüfung degree (RP) in Finland
- A degree or qualification completed outside Finland that in the awarding country gives eligibility for university studies
- A Finnish vocational upper secondary qualification, further vocational qualification or specialist vocational qualification as set in the Vocational Education Act
- Advanced International Certificate of Education -degree (AICE)
Tuition Fee
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International
12000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12000 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.
€15 000 per academic year for master’s degree programmes
Living costs for Helsinki
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.