About the course

Quantum Information (QI) aims to exploit the nonclassical properties of quantum systems, particularly entanglement, to surpass fundamental computing limits as defined by classical physics and information theory. For example, QI can enable exponential speedups of quantum computing (Shor) and quantum simulation (Feynman) relative to their classical analogs. QI defines the frontier of study and applications in the very foundations of modern physics. The Physics Department features highly visible research programs in theoretical and experimental QI. Students admitted to the Ph.D. program are supported financially either by teaching and research assistantships or fellowships. Research leading to the dissertation can be carried out not only within the Department of Physics, but, with appropriate arrangements, either partly or entirely at other locations. Recent dissertation research has been carried out at various national laboratories across the globe, such as the NIST Center for Neutron Research, Jefferson Lab, Fermilab, CERN, and the Paul Scherrer Institute. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$96,066

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Charlottesville
Fall (August), 2025	Charlottesville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Virginia

Applicants must have earned a master's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree from a non-U.S. institution.

　　Statement of Purpose

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　　Letters of Recommendation

　　Writing Samples

　　The minimum internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score requirement is 90 (including sectional minimums of 22 in speaking, 22 in writing, 23 in reading and 23 in listening). The minimum paper-based TOEFL score requirement is 600. Applicants may submit scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) as an alternative to the TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score requirement is 7.0 in each section.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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