Understand the quantum information systems that promise to revolutionise the modern world. You'll learn the concepts behind the next generation of technology, and the lab skills that will help to make it a reality.
This course teaches you about aspects of quantum physics that are paving the way for quantum technologies. You will study the fundamental properties of light and matter, and how they interact with each other. This includes learning how semiconductors are used in electronic and optoelectronic devices, ranging from nanophotonic circuits, and micro- and nano-sources of quantum light, to photovoltaic solar cells.
By formulating complex equations that describe the theory, and seeing how it's put into practice with experiments in the lab, youll develop expertise that can be applied to some of the biggest challenges in science and technology, from new semiconductor nanostructures and 2D materials to building an optical quantum computer. Youll learn how your specialist knowledge can be applied in the computing, electronics and telecommunications industries.
Your career
The advanced topics you'll cover and the extensive research training make this course great preparation for a PhD. Sheffield physics graduates have secured postgraduate research positions at many of the world's top 100 universities.
Alternatively, the specialist expertise youll gain can be applied in the computing, electronics and telecommunications industries. Global brands such as Amazon, IBM, Google, Microsoft, Hitachi and Toshiba all have teams working on quantum technology from manufacturing new devices with advanced materials, to improving computer processing and data security systems.
You can also develop numerical, problem solving and data analysis skills that are useful in many other fields, from computer programming to finance. Employers that have hired Sheffield physics graduates include BT, EDF Energy, HSBC, IBM, Manchester United FC, Nissan, the NHS and the Civil Service.
