Mastering The Quantum Game: IIT Bombay Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Dual Degree

The esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay is set to launch an Interdisciplinary Dual Degree Programme (IDDDP) in Quantum Science and Technology.

This endeavor aims to establish a groundbreaking standard in India's education system, emphasizing the nation's commitment to emerging technologies. The program will provide students with the skills to navigate and actively participate in the advancements of future technology.

IIT Bombay's B.Tech students from any discipline can enroll in this program. The criteria for enrolling in the program have not been disclosed yet but will be accessible on the official website quicst.org/academics.

It is a two-year program focusing on courses in QST and project work. This new course will allow students to attain a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in five years. A B.Tech student can select this program in the third year of their respective course. The program's format is yet to be finalized.

The course will be offered by the Centre of Excellence in Quantum Information Computing Science and Technology (QuICST). It was established in 2022 to propel research and education in the domain of quantum technology at IIT Bombay.

Suddhasatta Mahapatra, an assistant professor of Physics at the institute, said, "The center is also looking at connecting with other engineering or technology institutions to help them increasingly include quantum technologies in their syllabus."