Join the four-day Quantum Computing Spring School, where participants will develop practical knowledge and skills in quantum computing through expert-led lectures, hands-on tutorials, and interactive learning sessions.

Event Details

Date: 23–26 September 2026
Venue: Alpine Heath Drakensberg Resort (To Be Confirmed)

Topics Covered

Participants will explore a range of exciting topics, including:

• Basic Quantum Algorithms
• Variational Quantum Algorithms
• Simulation of Quantum Systems
• Quantum Machine Learning

Featured Speakers

The Spring School will feature presentations and tutorials by experts from leading institutions, including:

• Ian David (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Thomas Konrad (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Matt Lourens (Stellenbosch University)
• Shivani Pillay (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Ilya Sinayskiy (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Eric Brunner (Quantinuum) (To Be Confirmed)

Who Should Attend?

Applications are invited from:

• Honours students
• Master’s students
• Doctoral students

How to Apply

Students interested in attending are encouraged to submit their applications through:

Ms Nokwanda Majola
Email: majolan6@ukzn.ac.za