Talent & Learning Centres
QDNL Talent & Learning Centres
Building the quantum workforce of tomorrow
As the quantum sector grows, so does the need for skilled professionals. QDNL's Talent & Learning Centres help develop the talent needed to bring quantum technologies from the lab into real-world applications.
Located in Delft/Leiden, Amsterdam, Twente, and Eindhoven, the centres connect education, research, and industry through:
Hands-on learning opportunities, projects, and internships
Practical skills development across WO, HBO, and MBO education
Lifelong learning through training, labs, and educational resources
Strong connections between educational institutions and industry
Together, the Talent & Learning Centres help build a future-ready workforce that supports the continued growth of the Dutch quantum ecosystem.
Talent & Learning Centre Amsterdam
From curating workshops, courses, and events to aiding educational developers in refining their programs, the Talent & Learning Centre in Amsterdam serves as a guide to navigate the quantum educational landscape.
Talent & Learning Centre Delft/Leiden
The QDNL Talent & Learning Centre Delft/Leiden has knowledge of all educational activities and projects related to quantum in the South Holland region.
Talent & Learning Centre Twente
The Talent & Learning Centre Twente is a centre of expertise where applied research and education are entangled and students can participate.
Talent & Learning Centre Eindhoven
The Talent & Learning Centre Eindhoven is dedicated to advancing education in quantum tech in general and quantum information and quantum sensing due to local strength.
Internships & student opportunities
Take your first step into quantum
Looking for hands-on experience in the quantum sector? Across the Dutch quantum ecosystem, companies, research institutes, and innovation hubs regularly offer internships, graduation projects, and student positions.
Featured internships
Arphionic internship: Injection-locked narrow-linewidth visible-range laser
Arphionic internship: Optical-carrier microwave interferometric sensor
Arphionic internship: From Bench to Chip: RFSoC - Based RF system
For companies: We're looking for assignments, projects and internships for our quantum students. Do you have a project for our quantum students to work on or want to explore opportunities in this regard? Or are you interested in hosting quantum interns in your organization? Please reach out to us!
Currently available quantum educational programmes in the Netherlands
Introduction to quantum technology, Technical University of Eindhoven
Do you want to start entering/ moving to the rising field of quantum technology with one or some elective courses at EHCI?
Hybrid Minor Quantum Computing
Launching for the third time in 2024, the minor in Applied Quantum Computing is founded on the bootcamp, "Introduction to Quantum Computing". While this minor was developed in Amsterdam, we're innovating with blended learning techniques to reach students globally, ensuring they're not bound to Amsterdam, which involves refining course content and enhancing technical support.
Vocational school Leidse instrumentmakers School
The programme at LiS teaches its students how to create the technology needed to support quantum technology through workshops, elective courses and collaboration with industry.
Bachelor Technische Natuurkunde
Bachelor programme (in Dutch) in applied physics the Hague University of Applied Sciences where it is possible to specialise in quantum from the second year of the program.
Bachelor HBO-ICT, de Haagse Hogeschool
Applied bachelor programme in IT at the Hague University of Applied Sciences (in Dutch) where it is possible to do some lessons quantum computing aimed at IT students in the second half of the first year. This is in collaboration with Quantum Inspire.
Quantum Information Science and Technology (MSc), TUDelft
Shared master programme from Leiden University and Delft University of Technology with the objective to provide its students with in-depth and combined knowledge from the four disciplines (quantum) physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, and computer science to enable them to stay at the forefront of fundamental knowledge of quantum technology and develop practical applications in the field.
BSc and MSc in Physics at Leiden University
The bachelor programme offers courses on quantum physics from the second year and the master program allows students to specialize in quantum sensing, quantum optics, and quantum information through different experimental and theoretical tracks.
BSc and MSc of Applied Physics, Delft University of Technology
The bachelor programme (in Dutch) offers courses on quantum physics from the second year and the master program allows students to specialize in quantum solid-state physics and quantum technology through different experimental and theoretical tracks.
Master's Programme: Applied Quantum Technology
This master's programme is a joint degree offered by four Dutch universities of applied sciences: Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Saxion University of Applied Sciences and The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Each partner university brings its own area of expertise within quantum technology. To fully participate, you’ll need to travel between the different locations
MSc Quantum Computer Science – Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA)
Since its inception in the 1980s, quantum computing has advanced significantly. The hope of speeding up computation makes this field the next potential technological revolution. The field needs a new generation of passionate scientists willing to work at the frontier of physics, computer science and mathematics. Will you be one of them?
BSc Natuur‑ en Sterrenkunde – joint bachelor van UvA en VU
A joint bachelor’s programme from the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in physics and astronomy, providing a strong foundation in fundamental physics, including quantum mechanics.
MSc Physics and Astronomy (joint degree UvA/VU) – Universiteit van Amsterdam / Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
A joint research master’s in physics and astronomy is offered by the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, with opportunities to specialise in quantum physics and related fields.
Minor Applied Quantum Computing (hybrid) – Hogeschool van Amsterdam (HvA)
The minor in Applied Quantum Computing is based on the bootcamp “Introduction to Quantum Computing”. The programme uses blended learning methods to engage students globally and enable participation beyond Amsterdam. It includes ongoing development of course content and continuous improvement of technical support.
Bachelor Applied Physics
Physics forms the basis for products and technologies of the future. Think of a new generation of supercomputers thanks to quantum mechanics, more efficient solar panels thanks to nanomaterials, or amazing speakers thanks to acoustic lens technology. In the Applied Physics program, you learn how to use physics principles to develop technical applications.
Master Applied Nanotechnologies at Saxion
The Master's in Applied Nanotechnology is unique in the Netherlands. Its most distinctive feature is the focus on developing innovative products and applications based on micro- and nanotechnology. The fusion of elements from biology, chemistry, electrical engineering, and physics results in nanotechnological materials and devices with unprecedented properties. The Master's in Nanotechnology starts only in September and is taught entirely in English.
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