MSc Quantum Technology in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

This Master's program in Quantum Technology offers comprehensive education in this cutting-edge field, delivering in-depth instruction in physics and engineering while developing essential micro/nanofabrication expertise. Supported by Glasgow's prominent role in the UK Quantum Technology initiative, this MSc addresses fundamental scientific principles connected to worldwide concerns in energy, sustainability, materials science, and security - key interdisciplinary research areas for our era. Perfect for those aspiring to professional or academic careers in Quantum Technologies, this program provides interdisciplinary training in the physics and engineering competencies required for this domain.
The curriculum benefits from Glasgow's position as home to one of the UK's four quantum technology hubs (QuantIC) and the prestigious James Watt Nanofabrication Centre, the nation's leading academic cleanroom facility. As an internationally renowned quantum science and technology hub, our institution plays a central role in the UK National Quantum Technology Programme (NQTP), which has received £1 billion in funding since 2014. We lead QuantIC (the UK Quantum Technology Hub in Imaging) while contributing to all four national hubs spanning quantum computing, simulation, communication, sensing and imaging. Scotland's thriving quantum technology sector, particularly in photonics and nanotechnology, benefits from world-class research universities and a dynamic, globally connected technology ecosystem.
Graduates will be prepared for diverse career paths in academia or industry, including doctoral studies in Physics & Astronomy or Engineering. Our Quantum Technology Hub maintains robust connections with national laboratories and corporations, opening doors to future opportunities with leading organizations such as Leonardo, Thales, BAE Systems, and Lockheed Martin in defense and security sectors.