Open Call: Schol­ar­ships for Master Students

The Center for Integ­rated Quantum Science and Techno­logy (IQST) invites applic­a­tions for its Spark­ing Programme, offer­ing schol­ar­ships for outstand­ing Master’s students working on quantum-related thesis projects within IQST research groups. The applic­a­tion deadline is 15 April 2026.

The programme aims to connect talen­ted students with cutting-edge quantum research at an early stage, support­ing Master’s thesis projects carried out under the super­vi­sion of an IQST Fellow. In addition to academic excel­lence, IQST places strong emphasis on diversity, equal­ity, and inter­na­tion­al­isa­tion, and expli­citly encour­ages applic­a­tions from under­rep­res­en­ted groups in quantum science and technology. 

Schol­ar­ships are granted for up to 12 months during the Master’s thesis, with additional support avail­able for parti­cip­a­tion in IQST activ­it­ies. Applic­ants must be enrolled in a relev­ant MSc programme, have secured super­vi­sion by an IQST Fellow, and submit a joint applic­a­tion includ­ing a letter of support. 

Further details are avail­able in the full call.

Join IQST and take your first step into the world of quantum research—apply now and become part of a vibrant and inter­na­tional community shaping the future of quantum technologies!