Introduction to Quantum Computing
UCL (University College London)
  • Start Date: 31 Jul, 2023
  • 2 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Learn the fundamentals of quantum computing and discover its real-world applications.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility

Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

Explore the difference between classical and quantum computing with UCL


Quantum computing is a rapidly advancing technology with the potential to transform industry and society.


On this two-week course, you’ll use video, active learning tasks, and group discussion to develop an understanding of the key theories and concepts which underpin quantum computing.


Learn about qubits, superposition, and measurement


Facilitated by world-leading experts from University College London’s Quantum Science and Technology institute, you’ll be guided through the fundamentals of quantum theory without the need for any in-depth mathematical knowledge.


You’ll be introduced to the definitions and properties of qubits, before comparing the characteristics of classical bits and quantum bits.


You’ll also get to take part in a live workshop, allowing you to have your questions answered in real-time by experts in the field.


Examine the potential power of quantum computers


Building on your understanding of quantum computing processes, you’ll look to the future and discuss the potential power of quantum computing.


You’ll investigate the limits of classical computing and identify how quantum computing can push physics and quantum theory in new and innovative directions. You’ll also acknowledge the limitations of quantum computing, giving you a rounded overview of this technology’s possible trajectory.


Discover quantum computing algorithms and applications


In the second week of this course, you’ll put your learning into context, discovering real-life applications of quantum computing and the problems it can address.


By the end of this course, you’ll have gained an understanding of the theories and concepts that underpin quantum computing. You’ll have contextualised this knowledge, using real-world applications, and be able to discuss quantum computing’s advantages and limitations.


This course is designed for industry professionals working in science, technology, engineering and adjacent fields such as public policy who want to further their knowledge of quantum computing and its applications.


It’s also suitable for those with a general interest in new and emerging technologies.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

UCL (University College London)

UCL was founded in 1826. It was the first English university established after Oxford and Cambridge, the first to open up university education to those previously excluded from it, and the first to provide systematic teaching of law, architecture and medicine.

UCL is among the world’s top universities, as reflected by performance in a range of international rankings and tables. UCL currently has over 35,000 students from 150 countries and over 11,000 staff. UCL’s annual income is more than £1 billion.

 

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.

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