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The Quantum Internet and Quantum Computers: How Will They Change the World?

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Overview

Discover quantum computers and the quantum internet. Learn the principles and promises behind these developments and how quantum computing and quantum information will impact our future.

What you'll learn

  • The basics of quantum computing and the quantum internet
  • The key application areas in which quantum technologies will change the world.
  • The potential advantages of a quantum computer and the quantum internet, but also the challenges in realizing them.
  • The basic quantum phenomena that make quantum technologies possible.

Skills you'll practise

Quantum InternetQuantum ChemistryQuantum Machine LearningQuantum ComputingQuantum InformationQuantum TechnologyCommunications SecurityMachine Learning

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

  • University courses you can audit for free, with lectures, readings and practice quizzes.
  • A verified certificate from the university if you pay for it.
  • From Delft University of Technology, a well-regarded name.
  • Self-paced: start any time.

Disadvantages

  • Graded assignments and the certificate need the paid track.
  • Audit access can expire a few weeks after the course ends.
  • Learning is free, but the certificate costs money.
  • Some parts (graded work, certificate) are paid.

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Free to audit

  • Free: Choose "Audit this course" when you enrol: lectures, readings and practice are free.
  • Paid: Graded assignments and the verified certificate (Certificate $169). Audit access may end after the course closes.

Before you start

Students should have a strong interest in the topic and enter the course with an open mind. A technical background is not necessary.

Taught by

  • Stephanie WehnerProfessor, QuTech
  • Lieven VandersypenProfessor, QuTech
  • Menno VeldhorstTenure Track Team leader and Roadmap leader at QuTech

Delft University of Technology is in Tier 2: excellent universities and the companies that build the technology of our institution ranking (86/100).

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