Bristol-NQCC Quantum Courses

• Introduction to Quantum Information Science & Technologies

  An in-depth introduction to quantum information, accessible to anyone with a background in mathematics, physics, computer science or engineering, and a basic knowledge of linear algebra. By the end of the course, you will be able to use the key mathematical techniques that are needed in quantum information science and technologies research, and understand some of the most exciting applications.
• Quantum Computation

  A more specialised course that builds upon the content explored in the Introduction to Quantum Science & Technologies course. This course is ideal for technical professionals and researchers looking to further develop their knowledge of quantum computing. By the end of this course, you will gain an understanding of key quantum algorithms, quantum Fourier transform, and quantum error correction, giving you the knowledge and skills to start conducting independent research in quantum information science.

Course information 

These online courses will be delivered by world-leading experts, Professor Noah Linden and Dr Paul Skrzypczyk in partnership with the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC). The following information is per course.

Course dates:  Introduction to Quantum Information Science and Technologies: 12th May - 8th July 2025 (with one-week breaks w/c 26th May and 16th June). 

Quantum Computation course dates: 13th October - 9th December 2025 (with one-week breaks w/c 27th Oct and 17th Nov).

Teaching: Recorded lecture videos, course notes and assignments. You will receive personalised feedback on your work.  

Time commitment: Two weekly live group classes. One assignment per week. Total time commitment 8 to 10 hours/week

Duration: 6 weeks (with one-week breaks)

Cost: One course: £3000 / Two courses: £5,000; discount applied at time of registering for second course

Bursaries: The NQCC provides bursaries for taking part in this course. The level of support available will be: £2000/course for employees at UK SMEs and UK Early Career Researchers (reducing the cost of a single course to £1000); £2500/course for UK PhD students (reducing the cost to £500). Bursaries for students will be prioritised and otherwise they will be awarded on a first-come-first-served basis.