Admission procedure

A request for registration is made via Studielink. There are no costs involved in the admission procedure, except for the costs for a TOEFL or IELTS test if necessary.

Selection criteria

The selection procedure is based on the following criteria:

1. Proof of sufficient knowledge of fundamentals of mathematics, physics and/or programming (for example a degree in a suitable bachelor programme in a technical domain, e.g. Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, HBO-ICT or Electrical Engineering).
2. As English is the language of communication in the Master Applied Quantum Technology, all students must have a good level of proficiency in English (e.g. equivalent to TOEFL 550, IELTS 6 or Cambridge B2 (similar to English havo final exam level).
3. A written motivation in which you demonstrate:
   1. that you are keen to acquire knowledge and skills in quantum technology, including the necessary physics, mathematics, programming and engineering.
   2. your motivation for personal development. Reflect critically on your achievements so far during your bachelor’s degree and indicate where you would put your focus during the master‘s in order to achieve your personal development goals.
   3. Your motivation to develop multidisciplinary collaboration skills. You may use previously implemented projects/research to demonstrate this.

Admission interview

For all students an (online) admission interview will be arranged to determine if the Applied Quantum Technology master programme is suitable for you. This interview is conducted on behalf of the admission committee.

During this interview we will discuss your motivation and examine the information you have provided to us. We will also discuss whether this master's programme suits you and we will advice you on the elective modules to choose. Of course, you will have the opportunity to ask questions. Based on the selection criteria and the interview the admission committee will  decide whether you are admissible or not.

When admissible, you will only be registered as a student if you meet all other registration requirements before the 1st of September. You are registered as a student if you receive proof of registration from the Central Student Administration of AUAS. The AUAS Studentcharter applies to registration. The Studentcharter is published on the website of AUAS.

Appeal

When a student is not satisfied with the outcome of the admission interview results, the student may lodge an appeal against the decision with the AUAS Examination Appeals Board within six weeks of the date on which it was issued. Appeals should be submitted using the online form provided by the Objections, Appeals and Complaints Office, which can be found on Legal Affairs.