Quantum Theory and Quantum Information - MAT00089H
Related modules
This module is taught at both H and M level. You can only take the module once.
This module cannot be taken in year4 of MMath; the M-level option is MSc only
Pre-requisite module: Quantum & Continuum Dynamics
Module will run
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Semester 1 2023-24 |
Module aims
This module will introduce quantum theory for finite-dimensional spaces in an axiomatic way. This setting is particularly appropriate to discuss recent and important applications of quantum theory. Examples drawn mainly from quantum information, will include powerful quantum algorithms and novel quantum cryptographic protocols that have no classical counterparts.
Module learning outcomes
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Familiarity with the axiomatic structure of quantum theory in a finite-dimensional setting
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Understanding of essential quantum features such as quantum states, measurements, the role of probability and the bra-ket notation
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Understanding of the ways in which quantum information is more powerful than classical
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Be able to understand and construct simple quantum circuits
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Understand what a universal quantum computer is
Module content
In the past few decades a quantum mechanical theory of information has emerged. The central idea is that processing of information requires physical objects and hence physics provides the ultimate limitations on information processing. For microscopic systems, quantum mechanics provides the correct physical description and opens up new possibilities to perform tasks in ways that would be impossible based on classical information alone. This course will systematically develop the required tools from quantum theory before presenting applications such as quantum computing and quantum cryptography that are active research areas.
Indicative assessment
Task | % of module mark |
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Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
Task | % of module mark |
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Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) | 100 |
Module feedback
Current Department policy on feedback is available in the student handbook. Coursework and examinations will be marked and returned in accordance with this policy.
Indicative reading
M A Nielsen & I L Chang, Quantum Computation and Quantum Information. Cambridge University Press, 2000