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Quantum Information Science and Technologies PhD

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Bristol

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Overview

The Quantum Information Science and Technologies (QIST) programme offers a unique postgraduate training and development experience for those wishing to pursue a career in the quantum information science and technologies sector. It supports both fundamental and applied research that will enable new forms of computation, sensing, and communications that address major societal challenges. Combining the expertise at the University of Bristol and the University of Sussex, the aim of the QIST CDT is to train the UK’s best quantum scientists and engineers, capable of working in all areas of the burgeoning QIST ecosystem.

The QIST CDT boasts a bespoke training model, an evolution of the decade-long Quantum Engineering CDT, tailored to the training needs of QIST that disrupts the tradition of training PhD graduates for academic careers. At the core of the programme you will receive cutting-edge training in experimental and theoretical quantum information and quantum technologies, furthermore you will also receive specialised training in entrepreneurship, project management, collaborative working, academic practice, science policy, and communication skills. This holistic programme will hone your ability to work effectively in diverse teams, with peers from varied backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering and computer science.

The first year of the programme is a balance of taught courses, seminars, workshops, and group and independent research projects, with both theoretical and practical aspects. This training offers a first-class foundation for developing and completing a PhD project with our wide range of academic and non-academic supervisors and partners. Furthermore, this cohort approach to learning creates an environment that is both stimulating and empowering. It also supports the creation, growth and development of personal and professional networks from the first day, broadening your technical understanding and enabling you to put your research into context.

The QIST CDT training extends also beyond the first year, with cohort and cross-cohort activities, alongside multiple opportunities to explore several professional opportunities, from academic secondments, to industrial placements and internships with our partners working on science communication, outreach, science policy and entrepreneurship.

Ultimately, the CDT offers the opportunity to undertake world-class postgraduate research, an unrivalled opportunity to learn and understand the foundations of quantum physics and then apply them to real-world situations to help shape the future of the quantum information science and technology sector.

Tuition fees

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£ 4,850per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    University of Bristol, Beacon House, Queen’s Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, England

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    12th out of 117 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    186 82%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    92.0 92%

    23rd

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    79th

    17

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