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Discover Quantum
Discover the potential of quantum technology at postgraduate level and deepen your understanding of the principles shaping next-generation innovation.
Studying postgraduate Quantum
Learn from leading experts, explore advanced concepts, and develop the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in sought-after roles such as quantum physicist, quantum engineer, photonics engineer and quantum software developer. Take the next step to progress into high-impact roles across research, advanced technology and data-driven industries.
Our Quantum course
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=1st in the world for research impact in Physics (Shanghai Ranking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025) ->
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7th in the UK for our research environment in Physics REF 2021 (Times Higher Education) ->
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=20th in the UK for Physics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) ->
Get inspired on your quantum journey
We work with leading industry partners in commercialising our ground-breaking research. Quantum technologies will provide disruptive capabilities for numerous applications across a range of sectors.
Our specialised facilities and expertise are unique and have given rise to many world firsts. Our Doctoral and Industry Training Academy provides authentic quantum technology training, with an emphasis on entrepreneurship and engineering excellence.
Work with us to carry out research with impact and make the world a better place.
Centre of Excellence
The Sussex Centre for Quantum Technologies is a Centre of Excellence. Our Centres of Excellence are drawing together world-leading experts and innovative approaches, creating a critical mass of knowledge, skills and training – and proving that a challenge is only impossible until it’s done.
Sebastian’s story
“For our students, being able to get involved with the research projects of our leading academics – in quantum or in other areas, such as particle physics or astronomy – is a fantastic experience. They get to do practical laboratory research and can develop their interests in whichever area of physics interests them most.” Sebastian WeidtProfessor of Quantum Computing and EntrepreneurshipRead Sebastian’s story
Careers and employability support
Benefit from our award-winning careers and employability support that continues beyond graduation.
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Voted the UK’s happiest university 2027
For the second year running, the University of Sussex has won the Unifresher ‘Happiest uni in the UK’ award.
The award goes to the university whose students consistently report the highest levels of overall happiness with their university experience.
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