Graduate Diploma in Quantum Computing
Application Portal Information
Winter 2024
- The Winter 2024 application deadline was September 1, 2023 for International applicants
- The Winter 2024 deadline has been extended to Friday, December 1, 2023, 11:59 MST for Canadian/Permanent Residents. We've extended the deadline to make sure we can process and respond to all the applications we've received.
Fall 2024
- November 1, 2023: Application start
- February 1, 2024: Deadline for International applicants
- May 1, 2024: Deadline for Canadian/Permanent Residents
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Diploma Courses
Applying current quantum software and assessing utility for solving industry problems.
Principles of building quantum computers; universal quantum computers; quantum annealers; current commercial quantum computers; roadmap for development of quantum computers.
Noise; decoherence; loss; imperfect measurement; error mitigation; error correction; fault-tolerance; gate benchmarking.
Quantum computing start-ups including: business ventures; principles of entrepreneurship and technology commercialization; and principles of business technology management in existing organizations.
The Graduate Diploma in Quantum Computing is a 24-unit (eight 3-unit courses) program designed to provide you with training on quantum hardware and practical quantum computing. Along with being introduced to the essentials of quantum computing hardware and software, applications and use cases, you will also develop your understanding of how quantum computing is used in industry.
As quantum computing technology moves from a theoretical state to one available for commercial use, the diploma program will provide you with critical expertise in the application and integration of quantum technologies with existing IT infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
To be considered for admission to the certificate program in Quantum Computing, you must meet the requirements outlined in the academic calendar.
In case of discrepancies between this page and the Academic Calendar, the Academic Calendar shall prevail. The minimum requirements are the same for all three credentials in the Quantum Computing graduate program, as such we recommend that students apply to the highest credential they are interested in.
Documents required for assessment:
- All unofficial transcripts and degrees for all post-secondary education to assess prerequisites and a student's GPA
- Proof of Prerequisite Completion
- CV/resume
Please note: if these documents have not been uploaded, your application will still be considered, but it may potentially impact your admissibility.
- The Winter 2024 application deadline was September 1, 2023 for International applicants
- The Winter 2024 deadline has been extended to Friday, December 1, 2023, 11:59 MST for Canadian/Permanent Residents. We've extended the deadline to make sure we can process and respond to all the applications we've received.
Our program’s current tuition costs are listed here, on the Program Specific Fees page, under Faculty of Science. Students are also assessed General Fees. All costs are listed in CAD $.