Academics

Build your future in quantum science with courses and graduate programs at Syracuse University. 

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Study Quantum Science at Syracuse University

Quantum science sits at the intersection of physics, engineering and computing. At Syracuse University,  you can explore it from all three directions. Whether you're drawn to the theory behind quantum algorithms or the hands-on challenges of quantum engineering, our faculty offer courses and graduate pathways to help you build expertise in this fast-moving field.

Graduate Programs

Ready to take your studies further? Learn more about graduate study in quantum science through our partner departments:

Quantum and Quantum-Adjacent Course Offerings

 Fall 2026

Students can choose from a range of courses taught by leading faculty, from foundational quantum mechanics to cutting-edge special topics.

PHY 400-691: Introduction to Quantum Engineering
Professor Ethan Arnault
Monday/Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.
Location: CST 2-218

PHY 662: Quantum Mechanics II
Professor Simon Catterall
Tuesday/Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Location: PB 208

PHY 400: Special Topics (Quantum Algorithms)
Professor Alex Maloney
Monday/Wednesday, 2:15 p.m. – 3:35 p.m.
Location: PB 202

PHY 880: Selected Topics (Quantum Algorithms)
Professor Alex Maloney
Monday/Wednesday, 2:15 p.m. – 3:35 p.m.
Location: PB 202

PHY 880: Selected Topics (Quantum Field Theory II)
Professor Jay Hubisz
Monday/Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. – 5:05 p.m.
Location: PB 202

Spring 2027

CSE/CIS 400/600/691: Intro to Quantum Computation
Professor Jason Pollack
Monday/Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. – 5:05 p.m.
Location: [TBD]

ELE/CSE 400: Practical Quantum Circuits
Professor Moamer Hasanovic
Tuesday/Thursday, 2:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
Location: [TBD]

PHY 661: Quantum Mechanics I
Professor Scott Collier
Tuesday/Thursday, 2:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
Location: [TBD]

CSE 791: Quantum Networking
Professor Ethan Arnault
TBD
Location: [TBD]

PHY 880: Conformal Field Theory
Professor Aron Wall
Monday/Wednesday, 3:45 p.m. – 5:05 p.m.
Location: [TBD]

CSE 400/691: Materials for Modern Semiconductor Technology
Professor Tianyi Zhang
Tuesday/Thursday, 12:30 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Location: [TBD]

PHY 750: Topics in Advanced Condensed Matter/Physics Theory
Professors Lisa Manning / Jen Schwarz
Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Location: [TBD]