In the rapidly evolving field of engineering, Quantum Engineering is a new approach to working with quantum technology. Quantum Engineering combines the broad skills of engineering with fundamental physics in a unique way that allows engineers to solve contemporary problems and engineer solutions for the future.

Quantum Engineers have skills in quantum mechanics, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, systems engineering and various physical sciences.

Quantum Engineers specialise in how high-frequency, nanometer-scale electronics can be made to harness the explicit quantum nature of charge, spin, and electromagnetic waves. They use this understanding of the quantum nature of these systems to use and develop new quantum technologies.

UNSW Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Quantum Engineering) is a four-year, full-time degree offered by the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. When you study Quantum Engineering at UNSW you’ll develop the quantum mechanics skills required for the next generation of microelectronics, microwave and telecommunications engineers. Quantum mechanics opens the doors for Quantum Engineers to leverage quantum physics to deliver unprecedented solutions to engineering problems.

In this bachelor’s degree, you’ll learn how to work with a range of quantum systems, from high-frequency signals to very small electronic circuits. Our expert academics will teach you about new systems where the quantum phenomenon is the core aspect such as quantum computers, quantum sensors and quantum communications.   

Quantum Engineering combines aspects from the many disciplines of engineering. Many core aspects of quantum engineering stem from electrical engineering. In your first and second year, you’ll be immersed in the fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, you’ll then go on to expand your mind with quantum oriented subjects. You’ll study core courses and electives including Programming Fundamentals, Digital Circuit Design, Electronics, Quantum Physics of Solids and Devices, Quantum Devices and Computers, Quantum Communications and Photonic Networks.

With the rapid growth in Quantum Engineering across the world there are countless career and research opportunities. You’ll gain practical experience throughout your degree to prepare you for a successful career in the growing sector of Quantum Engineering, anywhere in the world.

The latest 2020 QS World University Rankings acknowledged UNSW as the top Engineering faculty in Australia and #37 in the world. For the past four years, we’ve received a five-star rating for employability, teaching and research.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Quantum)(Honours) is taught through the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. It’s the largest school of its kind in Australia, attracting the brightest minds from across the world.

Benefits of studying with us:

• Strong partnerships with industry in education, research, training and employment
• Our education is recognised for its quality and innovation reflected through our high student experience scores and numerous teaching awards
• Our academic staff are internationally renowned experts in their fields and offer the widest range of specialised elective courses nationally.
• Study in the best modern facilities with $104 million recently invested in cutting-edge laboratory facilities that are nationally unique.
• $3 million in scholarships provided each year
• Student exchange opportunities are available for over 200 universities around the world