Offered by University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada, PhD in Physics (Quantum Information) is a doctorate in Physics & Astronomy programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,396 per semester.
Also offered as: Master's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Physics & Astronomy
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,396 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca ·
Program details
Overview
Physics (Quantum Information) at the University of Waterloo leads to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), a research-based variant of the Physics PhD delivered in collaboration with the Institute for Quantum Computing. Students work closely with a supervisor to perform original research in quantum information, completing advanced courses on the foundations, applications, and implementation of quantum information processing, culminating in a PhD thesis. Admission normally requires a master's degree in physics with at least a 75% standing; students with an undergraduate degree in physics may also apply directly to the PhD program if they have an outstanding academic record, breadth of knowledge in physics, and strong letters of recommendation. The program is delivered on campus and runs full-time over 48 months, with admission available for the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:75.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission normally requires a master's degree in physics with at least a 75% standing. Students with an undergraduate degree in physics may apply for admission directly to the PhD program if they have an outstanding academic record, breadth of knowledge in physics, and strong letters of recommendation. Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must meet Waterloo's English language proficiency requirement (TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall, with 5 in writing and speaking, or IELTS Academic 7.0 overall, with 6.5 in writing and speaking).
