Quantum Technologies in Electrical and Computer Engineering

In the interdisciplinary English-language Master's programme "Quantum Technologies in Electrical and Computer Engineering" (QTEC), local and global players from science and industry join forces to bring quantum technologies into application. Through its diverse activities, Quantum Valley Lower Saxony (QVLS) aims to act as a catalyst to strengthen the existing local ecosystem of research institutions, companies, start-ups and political decision-makers. Thus, for the new QTEC Master's degree programme, direct contact is established for the students both with top international research and with national and international companies active in the field of quantum technologies.

Due to the close cooperation between the TU Braunschweig, the Leibniz Universität Hannover (LUH) and the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), the study programme is closely interlinked with the LUH and the natural science-oriented study programme "Quantum Engineering" there. The modules of the Master's programme QTEC are primarily provided by the teaching units Electrical Engineering and Physics as well as Computer Science/Mathematics at TU Braunschweig. Additional modules from the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Leibniz Universität Hannover are also integrated into the programme as a fixed component.

The Technische Universität Braunschweig and Leibniz Universität Hannover are cooperating in the implementation of their new Master's degree programmes in Quantum Technologies. Students can take and contribute previously defined modules from the other location without additional applications.

The modules are offered in such a way that online participation is also possible. Practical courses and examinations must be completed on site. The degree programme is offered entirely in English.

QTEC forms the basis of a scientifically and technically sound education that combines engineering issues with quantum technology methods in close relation to electrical engineering and information technology. The Master's programme qualifies students for independent scientific work, especially in the context of a doctorate. On the other hand, it enables entry into professional life (professional qualification). The qualification profile is characterised by the following attributes:

Graduates are able to ...

• select and apply methods of quantum technologies in combination with classical methods of electrical engineering and information technology in order to analyse and, if necessary, solve problems.
• apply acquired comprehensive knowledge of advanced quantum technology concepts and methods in the analysis, design, modelling and simulation of competence field-oriented problems.
• independently carry out experiments on a laboratory scale and assess the results.
• work on subject-specific problems, discuss and illustrate alternative solutions.
• select and apply methods and materials for the development of quantum structure-based devices.
• select and apply methods of quantum information processing and quantum computing for problem solving or simulation purposes.
• be able to evaluate basic concepts of quantum mechanics in relation to technological application.
• to communicate the meaning of quantum technology concepts to a non-specialist public in an understandable way.
• to work in teams organised on the basis of division of labour.
• to organise themselves independently in their learning process.
• to react flexibly to changing framework conditions and uncertainties.

The basic structure of the Master's programme "Quantum Technologies in Electrical and Computer Engineering" is shown in the table below.

The Master's programme is divided into the subject-specific areas of competence:

• Compulsory area Fundamentals (15 LP)
• Compulsory elective area (50 LP)
• Area of interdisciplinary qualification (25 LP)
  • Professionalisation
  • Industrial internship or Master's team project
  • Seminar
• Final module (Master's thesis and presentation) (30 LP)

The regulations governing admission to and enrolment in the Master's programme can be found in the section on examination and admission regulations, including supporting documents.

Special application deadlines apply:

Applicants from non-EU countries:
1 February to 15 March
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact the International House.

Applicants from EU countries:
1 June to 15 July
Further information on the application process can be found here.

An industrial internship or team project is a compulsory part of the Master's programme. The contents and requirements for the internship are regulated in the internship guidelines of the faculty.

Current documents and regulations