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Canada · PhD · Reviewed 2026-10-15

PhD in Quantum Information Science

Comprehensive four-year PhD program investigating fault-tolerant quantum error correction, superconducting qubits, and quantum tensor algorithms.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science with distinction
English language proficiency
IELTS 6.5 or institutional verification of research language competency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Curriculum vitae with publication list and statement of research interests
Recommendation letters
Two letters from academic referees familiar with applicant’s research potential

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
Fully funded: CAD $27,500/year guaranteed departmental graduate research assistantship
Application fee
CAD $105
Tuition / joining costs
Fully offset by departmental fee remission and research fellowship grants

Dates and verification

Application deadline
March 1, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Université de Sherbrooke documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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