Principles of Quantum Computers and Quantum Programming F

5 credits

Course, Master's level, 1FA019

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
19 January 2026–22 March 2026
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

120 credits within science/engineering. Quantum Physics or Quantum Physics F. Computer Programming I or Introduction to Scientific Computing. Linear Algebra II.

Selection

Higher education credits in science and engineering (maximum 240 credits)

Fees
If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
  • First tuition fee instalment: SEK 12,083
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 12,083

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Application deadline
15 October 2025
Application code
UU-63020

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Registration period
19 December 2025–18 January 2026
Information on registration from the department

Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
19 January 2026–22 March 2026
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

120 credits within science/engineering. Quantum Physics or Quantum Physics F. Computer Programming I or Introduction to Scientific Computing. Linear Algebra II.

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
19 December 2025–18 January 2026
Information on registration from the department

About the course

This course focuses on the principles of quantum computing and programming. It is for you who have prior knowledge of quantum mechanics. It covers the fundamental physics underlying classical and quantum computers, emphasising their differences and the types of problems suited for each. You will learn about the core components of quantum processing units (QPU), use quantum programming languages, and implement key algorithms such as quantum teleportation and Shor's algorithm. The course includes practical experience in simulating quantum systems, working with quantum hardware, and running programs on real quantum devices like IBM Quantum and Google Quantum AI. It also explores the theoretical and technical limits of classical and quantum computation.

If you are interested in the subject and have a background in mathematics/computer science rather than physics it is recommended that you attend 1FA019 Introduction to Quantum Computing and Quantum Programming.

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