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Quantum Photonics and Nanomaterials MSc(Res)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Sheffield

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Course description

This course teaches you about aspects of quantum physics that are paving the way for quantum technologies. You will study the fundamental properties of light and matter, and how they interact with each other. This includes learning how semiconductors are used in electronic and optoelectronic devices, ranging from nanophotonic circuits, and micro- and nano-sources of quantum light, to photovoltaic solar cells.

By formulating complex equations that describe the theory, and seeing how it’s put into practice with experiments in the lab, you’ll develop expertise that can be applied to some of the biggest challenges in science and technology, from new semiconductor nanostructures and 2D materials to building an optical quantum computer. You’ll learn how your specialist knowledge can be applied in the computing, electronics and telecommunications industries.

The biggest part of your degree is your research project. Possible topics include:


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theory of quantum optical information processing


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spin phenomena in semiconductor nanostructures


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integrated photonic structures for QIP


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novel atomically thin 2D materials for optoelectronic applications


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nonlinear and hybrid-light matter phases in photonic geometries


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perovskites and organic semiconductor for photovoltaics


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organic sensor devices

physics of polymer crystallisation.

Application deadline

06 September 2024

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 27,650per 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 Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

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Subject rankings

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    General Engineering

    5th out of 28 1

    17th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    192 84%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    1st

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    160 70%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    21st

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    24th

    5

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