QMI Master's Degree

Who can apply

To apply, you should have completed (or be completing) the first year of a Master (or an equivalent degree abroad) in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field. It is preferrable that you have followed at least one quantum theory course already (see the FAQ for more information).

How to apply

Applications to QMI for the 2027-2028 academic year will open in the Fall of 2027. There are three ways to apply to QMI:

• through the IP Paris PhD track, a dedicated IP Paris program aimed at high-potential students and offering dedicated funding (see below);
• through the standard IP Paris Masters' application process;
• through the standard Université Paris Saclay Masters' application process. (Application through Université Paris Saclay is only possible for the QMI M2.)

Applications to IP Paris (PhD track or standard) should be made through the IP Paris platform, and those to Université Paris-Saclay through the Université Paris-Saclay platform. More information can also be found in the FAQ.

Your application file has to include at least:

• your CV;
• a motivation letter;
• your transcripts from previous years.

Advice on writing your motivation letter

Your motivation letter should demonstrate your ability to follow the program, and explain why you would like to join QMI. It should include a paragraph explaining your past curriculum, and a paragraph explaining what you would like to do after your Master's. It can also mention, for instance, what your favourite domains are among the ones covered in our curriculum. Concrete elements demonstrating your ability or your motivation (awards, internship experiences, readings...) are very appreciated.

Use of AI tools: We strongly discourage the use of ChatGPT or other generative AI tools to write your motivation letter. This is not because we find their use illegitimate, but because they usually produce empty texts containing no actual salient information, which makes it very difficult for us to assess your application.

PhD Track Scholarships

For the 2027-2028 academic year, scholarships will be available through the IP Paris PhD track to cover living costs of QMI students.

Important: These scholarships will only be available to students who apply to QMI through the IP Paris PhD track. You will not be eligible to them if you are admitted into QMI through the standard IP Paris Masters admission or through Université Paris Saclay.

Eiffel Scholarships

For the 2027-2028 academic year, for international applicants, it will be possible to apply to the France Excellence Eiffel scholarship program. Holders are exempted from tuition fees and granted a monthly allowance of €1,200, over 12 months (for M2 applications) or 24 months (for M1 applications), as well as access to various services. Eiffel is a prestigious and highly selective program.

Eiffel applications have to be submitted directly by the host institution (IP Paris in this case), on behalf of pre-selected candidates. This requires interested candidates to submit an early application to QMI.

Applications to an Eiffel scholarship via QMI should be sent to Augustin Vanrietvelde (lastname@telecom-paris.fr), with a full application file including at least:

• your CV;
• a motivation letter;
• your transcripts from previous years;
• contact information of at least two academic references.

Applications to the Eiffel scholarship program have to be sent by November 15th, 2026.