About this course
Heriot-Watt University offers MSc Quantum Technologies as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Physical Sciences. Based in Edinburgh, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £28,952 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall. The next intake is Semester 1 (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Applicants with an engineering background will need to demonstrate sufficient competency in the technical areas of Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Photonics.
Minimum of 2:2 BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Physics (e.g. Physics, Mathematics and Physics, Theoretical Physics, Astrophysics, Engineering Physics etc), or a closely related subject.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Semester 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
