Quantum cross-institutional study
Are you an undergraduate student and want to expand your knowledge of quantum technology? Did you know you can study quantum units at another university and receive course credits?
Expand your horizons with quantum
Quantum technology is poised to become a $86 billion global industry, creating 16,000 new jobs in Australia by 2040. The more expansive your quantum knowledge is, the better placed you’ll be for future study and work!
Our four partner universities in Sydney are now offering quantum-related units of study that you can apply for.
With cross-institutional study, you’ll benefit from the diverse knowledge and specialisations in this emerging area and receive credit towards your degree.
See below how to apply and to view the units available across the University of Sydney, UNSW Sydney, University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and Macquarie University.
Step 1: Choose your quantum unit of study
Before you apply for cross-institutional study, you'll need to decide which unit(s) you want to study.
Our partner universities offer a range of units for different year groups and specialisations. Have a look at the range of opportunities available to you!
Step 2: Get approval from your home university
To apply for cross-institutional study, you’ll need approval from both your home (where you're currently studying) and host university (where your unit of choice is being offered).
The host university will usually need evidence that your home university approves your request, so you’ll need to apply to your home university first.
See here for information on the processes at our partner universities, but if you study elsewhere, your university should have their own processes too.
You must submit an enquiry titled 'Concurrent Studies Application' and attach a Concurrent Studies application form.
You do not need to get Part A of this form signed by an Exemptions Officer; this will be handled by the Lifecycle Team.
Concurrent Studies requests can take up to 20 business days to be completed.
Step 3: Apply for cross-institutional study
Once you have approval from your home university, you can apply for admission into your chosen cross-institutional unit of study.
You will be required to attach a completed Macquarie University Institution form, with approval from your home institution. To have this form approved by your home institution, contact your Student Centre:
Application deadlines: More information here.
Interested in quantum unit of study, but not enrolled in a degree?
If you would like to do an undergraduate quantum unit of study, but are not enrolled in a degree, you can apply to undertake the unit as non-award.
Non-award study means that it isn’t counted towards a degree in which you are enrolled (however you could potentially apply to have it counted as credit towards a degree in the future, depending on the degree’s resolutions, course rules and pathway).
Check your proposed host university’s website for details on how to apply and eligibility:
Alternatively, if you’re interested in enrolling in a quantum undergraduate degree, visit our programs page for more information.