Program
What is QC101?
QC101 is QUCAN’s flagship two-month introductory program in quantum computing. It's uniquely combining weekly live lectures and labs, expert insights, self-paced components, AI assistant, and global community networking.
With real quantum tools and industry exposure, QC101 bridges academia and industry to build practical skills, connect you with experts, and earn prestigious certifications. ²
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Program Plans
Learn quantum computing from qubits to algorithms and protocols
Perfect your background with maths, Python, and quantum mechanics
Weekly live lectures, interactive labs, and expert talks
Hundreds of self-paced videos, documents, and quizzes
Community discussions and an AI assistant
Certificate of completion and invitation to the alumni community of Q-Network
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Everything in QC101
Access to Q-CTRL's Black Opal and support your learning with interactive components
Industry-trusted Black Opal certificate and badges
Special live sessions and diverse self-paced materials
Invitation to the Black Opal community of Q-Network
Best Value
Everything in QC101
Access to Classiq Platform and learn how to use it with exclusive sessions and materials
Execute your tasks on actual quantum computers
Live industry sessions to learn about the latest applications of quantum
Industry-trusted Classiq approved certificate
Invitation to the Classiq community of Q-Network
27 Sep - 23 Nov
25 Oct - 21 Dec
No Prerequisites Needed
100% Online
1 Year
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Securing Your Spot
Enroll
Fill out the quick form and pay online
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Get Access
Receive platform login info before the program kickoff
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Start Learning
Join live sessions and Q-Network with full support
Tools
How You'll Learn
Canvas
Your all-in-one platform for accessing the program materials, progress tracking, moderated community discussions, and more.
Zoom
Join live lectures, labs, expert talks, industry sessions; and ask questions in real time.
AI Assistant
Powered by ChatGPT and custom-trained for QC101. Available 24/7 for your questions requiring instant answers.
Testimonials
What Our Learners Say
Being part of QUCAN has been incredibly valuable with insightful lectures and laboratories.
Opeyemi Akanbi
PhD. researcher from USA
I am incredibly thankful to QUCAN and its community. I’ve always wanted to be part of a group of like-minded individuals eager to make a difference.
Elisa Flores
Chemical engineer from Mexico
QUCAN has blown my mind with its astute and well- structured curriculum.
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Moses Kukubor
Student from Ghana
The program was incredibly rich, and instructors have done an excellent job of explaining new topics and concepts, making them simple and easy to grasp.
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Mohamed Habib Abid
Student from Tunisia
As a researcher in quantum cryptography, my journey with the QUCAN platform has been nothing short of extraordinary.
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Soumya S
Quantum researcher from India
Testimonials
What Our Learners Say
Being part of QUCAN has been incredibly valuable with insightful lectures and laboratories.
Opeyemi Akanbi
Being part of QUCAN has been incredibly valuable with insightful lectures and laboratories.
I am incredibly thankful to QUCAN and its community. I’ve always wanted to be part of a group of like-minded individuals eager to make a difference.
Elisa Flores
I am incredibly thankful to QUCAN and its community. I’ve always wanted to be part of a group of like-minded individuals eager to make a difference.
QUCAN has blown my mind with its astute and well- structured curriculum.
Moses Kukubor
QUCAN has blown my mind with its astute and well- structured curriculum.
The program was incredibly rich, and instructors have done an excellent job of explaining new topics and concepts, making them simple and easy to grasp.
Mohamed Habib Abid
The program was incredibly rich, and instructors have done an excellent job of explaining new topics and concepts, making them simple and easy to grasp.
As a researcher in quantum cryptography, my journey with the QUCAN platform has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Soumya S
As a researcher in quantum cryptography, my journey with the QUCAN platform has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Join the growing community of quantum computing experts
Hanane Khereddine from Sorbonne University in Paris, France has completed QC101!
Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
QC101 is QUCAN’s flagship two-month introductory program in quantum computing. It's uniquely combining weekly live lectures and labs, expert insights, self-paced components, AI assistant, and global community networking. With real quantum tools and industry exposure, QC101 bridges academia and industry to build practical skills, connect you with experts, and earn prestigious certifications. ⁶
Yes, we are proud to offer QC101 fully online. So that you can learn about the technology of the future at your home or anywhere you'd like, as long as you have the internet connection and the curiosity.
You can see the full curriculum of QC101 here.
QC101 is a unique combination of:
Interactive: Live lectures, labs, expert talks, industry sessions ²
Self-paced: Videos, documents, quizzes, assignments, external platforms like Q-CTRL's Black Opal ⁴ and Classiq Platform ²
Community-oriented: Q-Network alumni community and community discussions
an AI assistant linked to program structure and materials.You can see the weekly programs of all QC101 plans here.
We are offering two cohorts in 2025. ⁵ You can enroll in either of them now to secure your spot. Here's the calendar:
-27 September - 23 November-25 October - 21 December
We are offering QC101 with three different plans and costs.
-QC101 at $149
-QC101+ at $299
-QC101 with Industry at $499Once you submit the enrollment form and pay the program fee, we will send you the learning platform access link along with the purchase invoice to provided email prior to the program start date (Between September 8 and 12). If you still haven't received any mails, please contact us at info@qucan.org and we will help immediately.
Upon the successful completion of QC101 plan, you are receiving a verifiable certificate of completion from QUCAN. The certificate will include the details of the program and the logos of our industry partners. You will also gain access to Q-Network's special alumni community. With its quality, intensity, and industry presence, QUCAN is considered as a prestigious quantum center and earning a certificate will open many doors in your further quantum journey. ⁶
1. QC101 is currently available in selected countries. You can check whether your country is listed by reviewing the “Country of residence” field in the enrollment form. If your country is not yet supported, please submit a request via our contact form. We continuously evaluate demand, and based on the interest received, we plan to expand QC101 access globally. Our free services will continue to be accessible globally.
2. Industry sessions and the usage of industry tools is exclusively available for QC101 with Industry enrollments.
3. Access to third part services and materials may vary. QUCAN holds the right to make edits on or extract some materials.
4. Q-CTRL's Black Opal is an interactive learning platform designed to teach quantum computing in a hands-on, visual, and beginner-friendly way. Unlike traditional courses, Black Opal uses visualizations, gamified lessons, and step-by-step tutorials to make complex quantum concepts easier to understand. This service is exclusively available for QC101+ enrolments.
5. Dates are subject to change. QUCAN holds the right to adjust the program schedule and materials.
6. Each plan has different certificate of completion depending on used platforms and industry partners. Recognition of QUCAN and its certificates may vary by institution, employer, or country. QUCAN does not guarantee admission, employment, or any other outcomes.
*VAT is applied only in countries where legally required. Please check your country’s eligibility and VAT rate in the registration form.