Quantum Computing
Build expertise in one of the world's most exciting and rapidly emerging technology fields.
Master Your Next Move
Computing has transformed the way we work, communicate, and solve complex problems. Today, quantum computing is poised to drive the next wave of technological innovation, with the potential to revolutionize industries ranging from cybersecurity and finance to healthcare and artificial intelligence.
As we enter the quantum era, organizations are seeking professionals who understand how quantum technologies can be applied to real-world challenges. UCalgary is one of Canada's leading quantum universities, and we are proud to offer the world's first hands-on, industry-oriented Quantum Computing program.
Apply now to build expertise in one of the world's most exciting and rapidly emerging fields, and help shape the future of technology.
Program Information
The Master of Quantum Computing is awarded to students who have completed 33 units of coursework as follows:
- The courses associated with the Graduate Certificate (12 units of coursework); and
- The courses associated with the Graduate Diploma (12 units of coursework); and
- An Integrated Topics course (3 units) and either a competitive professional internship in industry or a research/capstone project (6 units)
Direct Entry
Laddered Pathway
Be The First Scholarship
The Be the First Scholarship is designed to accelerate opportunities in high-demand digital fields by providing up to $12,000 toward tuition for students enrolled in UCalgary’s course-based Professional Graduate Programs.
Available to eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents enrolled in a laddered Professional Graduate Program.
The Be the First Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in high-demand digital fields by providing up to $12,000 in tuition funding for eligible students enrolled in UCalgary's Professional Graduate Programs.
Students are automatically considered for the Be the First Scholarship if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Citizenship Status
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Program Status
- Admitted to an eligible laddered Professional Graduate Program
- Enrolled full-time (four courses per term)
How the Scholarship Is Applied
- Student Account
- Students must enter their Social Insurance Number (SIN) in their student account.
- Please use this guide to complete the SIN requirement.
- Tuition Credits
- Eligible students will receive $6,000 in tuition credit in the Fall term and $6,000 in the Winter term, applied directly to their student account, provided they continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
You can view the original press release announcing this scholarship here.
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