Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology now offers an educational track in 'quantum computer science'.

Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) is a unique English-speaking international graduate only research university, located just outside of Moscow. Established in collaboration with M.I.T., Skoltech integrates the best Russian scientific traditions with twenty-first century entrepreneurship and innovation. The core components of the educational material will be delivered by members of Deep Quantum Labs which is lead by Prof Jacob Biamonte. (DeepQuantum.AI) as well as other Skoltech Faculty members.

The course is two years. Students will complete a thesis. All students accepted into this program will receive a tuition waiver (covering the full price of tuition) as well as starting monthly stipend of 40k RUB (tax free) which goes to 55k RUB (tax free) after proven performance for six months.

Prior experience in quantum physics is not required.

Track title. Masters in Quantum Computer Science
Degree program. CSE “Mathematics and Computer Science”
Maging CREI. CDISE

Topical description. The course aims to produce leaders in the area of quantum enhanced technology, able to program quantum processors being built by e.g. IBM, Google, Intel and D-Wave Systems Inc. Students will receive cutting edge training covering the theory and foundations of the topic of quantum computing, quantum communications and information science. This multidisciplinary program bridges the gap between theory and practice when it comes to near-term and existing quantum enhanced technology. The program is self-contained, with an intake cohort including students with backgrounds across the mathematical and physical sciences.

Track title. Quantum Computer Science
MSc program classification. Data Science
Awarded degree. Master of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science
Manging CREI. CDISE

Topical description. The course aims to produce leaders in the area of quantum enhanced technology, able to program quantum processors being built by e.g. IBM, Google, Intel and D-Wave Systems Inc. Students will receive cutting edge training covering the theory and foundations of the topic of quantum computing, quantum communications and information science. This multidisciplinary program bridges the gap between theory and practice when it comes to near-term and existing quantum enhanced technology. The program is self-contained, with an intake cohort including students with backgrounds across the mathematical and physical sciences.

Course offerings.

Complexity, Information Theory and the Computer - Jacob Biamonte with guest lectures
Introduction to Quantum Information and Quantum Computation
Quantum Software Master Class - Jacob Biamonte
Special Topics in Quantum Computing - 2019. “Hamiltonian Complexity Theory” - various instructors
Matrix and tensor factorizations and their applications (building on the course numerical linear algebra) - Andrzej Cichocki
Machine Learning (optional Deep Learning) -
Application procedure. The application process will consist of two stages. Students should send their full CV and a statement (not more than 300 words) outlining their interest to Jobs@DeepQuantum.AI - as part of initial screening, selected candidates will be contacted to submit a full application with a potential initial screening interview via Skype.

Application procedure.

The application process will consist of two stages. Follow instructions exactly please.

Students should send their full CV and a statement (not more than 300 words) outlining their interest in this program to Jobs@DeepQuantum.AI (subject MSc) - as part of initial screening, selected candidates will be interviewed via Skype. Selected candidates will be asked to complete the second application stage which can involve an additional interview.

[Deep Quantum Labs is also actively hiring PhD students and postdoctoral fellows]