Graduate School Quantum Technologies

The Graduate School Quantum Technologies trains students in quantum sciences and technologies through several master’s programs in physics and computer science, enhanced with seminars, masterclasses, and experimental demonstrations. This training opens up numerous career paths, from the private sector to research, with the possibility of continuing to a PhD. It also plays a key role in the implementation of the QuanTEdu-France program at Université Paris Cité, which provides master’s and PhD scholarships in addition to existing funding.

Presentation

The Graduate School Quantum Technologies trains the next generation of scientists in quantum information, combining physics, computer science, and engineering. It prepares students for research and innovation through an international and interdisciplinary approach.

A transversal and international education

  • Master’s and PhD programs providing a solid foundation in quantum physics and information theory

  • A majority of international students each year

  • Active alumni networks, such as the Université Paris Cité Alumni

Innovative courses and seminars

  • Modern teaching methods: guest experts, experimental projects across different quantum technologies

  • Thematic seminars: internal and external speakers who are leaders in academia and industry

  • Open seminars: transversal skills (equality, entrepreneurship, start-ups, open science, ethics)

  • Joint courses: computer science and physics for PhD students, collaborative summer schools

Immersion in research

  • Four-month laboratory internships

  • Seminars and lab visits to explore ongoing research in Paris

Connections with the socio-economic world

  • PhD theses and projects in industrial R&D centers

  • Skills in computer science and nanoscience opening new opportunities

  • Partnerships with companies and start-ups in the quantum sector

Careers at the intersection of research and innovation

  • The majority of graduates go on to pursue PhDs at Université Paris Cité’s doctoral schools or internationally.
  • They are prepared for academic and industrial careers, with a strong emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Contact

quantech@listes.u-paris.fr

Calls for proposals

Discover the calls for proposals of the Graduate School here.

Masters

Most of the courses are taught in English during the second year.

Master’s in Physics:

Master in Computer Science:

Research

The Graduate School of Quantum Technologies focuses its research on advanced quantum materials and the development of innovative quantum devices. Our activities combine materials physics, transport, optics, and the use of advanced technological platforms such as clean rooms, spectroscopy, and high-resolution electron microscopy. We study new quantum materials, emergent states at the nanoscale, nano-optical systems, as well as quantum engineering and information.

In quantum computing, we develop algorithms for optimization, machine learning, and simulation of physical systems, tailored to short-, medium-, and long-term quantum computing models. We also explore hybrid architectures integrating classical computing, quantum computing, and communication, and investigate the fundamental limits of quantum computation.

Thanks to this specialized expertise, the Graduate School is a sought-after partner for national, European, and industrial programs, collaborating with companies such as Atos, STMicroelectronics, and Nokia Bell Labs.

 

 

Laboratories

Coordinating Laboratories:

Partner Laboratories:

Partner Inria Project Teams (off-site):

Doctoral schools

Gouvernance

  • Pr. Sara DUCCI
    Head of the Graduate School Quantum Technologies
    UFR Physics
    MPQ Laboratory

 

  • Frédéric MAGNIEZ
    Head of the Graduate School Quantum Technologies
    Research Director at Centre Nationale de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS)
    UFR Informatics
    IRIF Laboratory

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