MX in Quantum Computing 24 months Postgraduate Programme By KFUPM |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

This multidisciplinary program delves into the next generation of computing, which will take compute power and the ability to solve extremely complex problems, whether in medicine, modeling, or telecommunication to the next level, and is therefore demanded by many employers in these and other sectors.

The program covers quantum theory and how it is applied in the fields of computing and communication. It covers the concepts of qubits, superposition, entanglement, quantum gates, and quantum algorithms in order to understand the difference between classical and quantum computing. Other topics include quantum electrodynamics, including cavity and circuit qubits, quantum superconductivity, non-linear harmonic oscillators, etc. Students are introduced to quantum computing concepts such as quantum hardware, processors, circuits, instruction sets, quantum programming languages, quantum error correction, algorithms, and quantum cryptography. Students learn how to design, simulate, and test the core parts of a superconducting Qubit.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

This multidisciplinary program delves into the next generation of computing, which will take compute power and the ability to solve extremely complex problems, whether in medicine, modeling, or telecommunication to the next level, and is therefore demanded by many employers in these and other sectors.

The program covers quantum theory and how it is applied in the fields of computing and communication. It covers the concepts of qubits, superposition, entanglement, quantum gates, and quantum algorithms in order to understand the difference between classical and quantum computing. Other topics include quantum electrodynamics, including cavity and circuit qubits, quantum superconductivity, non-linear harmonic oscillators, etc. Students are introduced to quantum computing concepts such as quantum hardware, processors, circuits, instruction sets, quantum programming languages, quantum error correction, algorithms, and quantum cryptography. Students learn how to design, simulate, and test the core parts of a superconducting Qubit.

Admission Requirements

6+
105+
2.5+
70+
All candidates for the MX in Quantum Computing must satisfy the overall requirements of KFUPM in addition to the following:

a)      The General Requirements for the Professional Master's are as follows:
  1. A Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a scale of 4.00
  2. Completion of TOFEL with a minimum score of 525 (PBT), 194 (CBT), or 70 (IBT). IELTS is also acceptable with a minimum of 6.0. TOEFL is not required for students who graduated from KFUPM
  3. At least two letters of recommendation.


b)      The Technical Backgrounds Needed for Admission are:
  1. A 4-year B.Sc. or equivalent degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  2. Knowledge of Programming.
  3. Basics of Computer Organization and Architecture.
  4. Knowledge in programming and Data Structures/Computer Architecture/Linear Algebra

Satisfying the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission into the program, as final admission is subject to the evaluation of the entire application, and a personal interview. Based on the assessment of the applicant's file and the personal interview, the admission committee might offer conditional acceptance for students who need to take deficiency courses.

The MX in Quantum Computing consists of 9 core courses from different disciplines.

2 Years

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
13,315 USD
International
13,315 USD

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