Physics Quantum Computing masters with Theoretical physics background

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The discussion centers on pursuing a master's degree in quantum computing for individuals with a theoretical physics background. Key criteria include selecting a program with strong experimental quantum computing groups, robust theoretical physics departments, and opportunities for fully-funded scholarships. The conversation highlights the importance of program rankings and the potential for transitioning to either a PhD in theoretical physics or an industrial role post-graduation. Resources such as summer schools and lists of top programs are shared to assist in decision-making.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of quantum computing principles
  • Familiarity with theoretical physics concepts
  • Knowledge of GRE and Physics GRE requirements for graduate admissions
  • Awareness of funding opportunities for international students
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  • Research top-ranked quantum computing master's programs in 2023
  • Explore funding options for international students in physics graduate programs
  • Investigate summer schools focused on quantum information science
  • Learn about career pathways in quantum computing and theoretical physics
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Prospective master's students in quantum computing, theoretical physicists considering a career pivot, and individuals seeking funding opportunities for graduate studies in physics.

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I want to do a masters related to quantum computing from a physics background and my criteria for the place is:

1. A quantum computing group with experimental realizations and
industrial ties.
2. A strong theoretical physics department with research in fundamental physics
3. A good chance of fully-funded scholarship, given research experience in undergrad and good enough GRE and Physics GRE scores for international students
4. Good enough ranking
5. Prospects for a theoretical physics PhD (academia on scholarship) or pivoting to industrial job if needed.

The thought behind it is that, I have interest in theoretical physics and quantum computing, I must be able to choose academia for theoretical physics or industry making QC upon the completion of masters.
 
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anuttarasammyak said:
I happened to find an announcement of summer school
https://www.ggi.infn.it/showevent.pl?id=436
which might be of your interest.
"The school is addressed to PhD students in quantum information science, particle physics and condensed matter" I am not a Phd student yet. Haven't even done my masters :( Thanks for sharing tho.
 
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You need to specify where in the world you would be willing to study.
 
For some background, I'm currently a 3rd year physics major with an astro specialization studying in Canada, and as undergraduates are want to do I'm regularly evaluating my career prospects down the road. I also plan on pursuing grad school when I've completed my degree. It might just be my anxiety acting up a little, but with a lot of the government funding drying up for public science research broadly in the US, the 'industry' everyone keeps talking about when questions like this are...

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