MSc Quantum Technology

at University of Glasgow

Core Courses

• Fundamentals Of Sensing And Measurement (20 Credits, Semester 1)
• Experimental Techniques In Quantum Optics (10 Credits, Semester 1)
• Introduction To Research In Nanoscience And Nanotechnology (20 Credits, Semester 1)
• Advanced Data Analysis For Physics And Astronomy (10 Credits, Semester 2)
• Micro & Nano Technology (20 Credits, Semester 2)
   

Msc Project - Either:

• Msc Project In Physics, Or
• Msc Project In Engineering

A 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in Physical Sciences, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computing Science or a cognate subject. Applications are also welcome from candidates with:
 

•    a 2:2 in these subject areas
•   additional industrial experience
   

For cases (i)-(ii), applicants should refer to the PGT programme convenor.
 

English language requirements
 

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
 

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Common equivalent English language qualifications
 

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
 

TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)

• 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

PTE (Academic or Academic Online)

• 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) 

• 176 overall, no subtest less than 169

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months, combined scores from 2 tests sat within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)

• 65%.

• Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
   

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

• Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
   

Alternatives to English Language qualification

• Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)

• Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country

• Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country

• Masters degree from English speaking country

• Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country

MSc
 

UK

• Full-time fee: £11520
   

International & EU

• Full-time fee: £25980

You will be well equipped for a variety of careers either in an academic or industrial setting. You will also be well qualified to pursue a doctoral degree e.g. in the School of Physics & Astronomy or the James Watt School of Engineering. The Glasgow-led Quantum Technology Hub has strong links with national labs/industry, and these present an excellent opportunity for future career opportunities, including:
 

• Leonardo (defence & security)

• Thales (defence & security)

• BAE Systems (defence & security)

• Lockheed Martin (defence & security)

• DSTL (defence & security)

• National Physical Laboratory (national standards laboratory)

• Bridgeporth (environmental monitoring)

• Clydespace (space technology)

• Schlumberger (seismic monitoring)

• M-squared (sources and detectors)

• Coherent (sources and detectors)

• Photon Force (sources and detectors)

• ST Micro (nanofabrication)

• Kelvin Nanotechnology (nanofabrication)
   

Our graduating students working within this area have an excellent track record of further academic study (postdoctoral research posts or academic positions) and employment within industry.