Introduction to Quantum Information and Quantum Computation

About this programme

The course covers the rapidly expanding research field of quantum information and quantum computation. The course provides an information theoretic approach to basic laws of quantum physics. We will start by looking at basic quantum mechanics, including quantum entanglement and quantum measurement. We will then introduce classical information theory and its generalization to quantum information, and onto quantum channels and quantum cryptography. We then look at quantum computing, focussing on quantum gates and elementary quantum circuits, quantum algorithms, and quantum error correcting codes. Finally, the recent physical realizations of quantum computers will be addressed. This is a second cycle course given at half speed during daytime. This course can also be taken as a third cycle course. The teaching consists of remote lectures, one practical session, and problem solving exercises. To follow your passion. To be close to international career opportunities. To explore city and countryside. In Stockholm you can really get the best of both worlds. Here we explain all the different steps you need to go through when applying to a course or programme. Stockholm University arranges regular webinars and participates in educational fairs and events virtually and around the world to meet students and inform them about our study programmes. Every year Stockholm University welcomes thousands of international students from all over the world. Each bringing their own backpack full of experiences, expectations and dreams.