The Qatar Center for Quantum Computing (QC2), in collaboration with Qatar Foundation’s summer camp program, Mukhayamna 2026, is launching the third edition of its Quantum Computing Summer School: QSchool 2026.
The workshop will introduce high school students to the world of Quantum Computing through engaging interactive lectures, hands-on activities and laboratory sessions. Students will explore the foundations of Quantum Mechanics, learn how quantum computers process information and experiment with quantum circuits, algorithms, teleportation and cryptography using simulated and real quantum platforms.
QSchool 2026 will also feature a special guided tour of QC2 Lab, offering students first-hand exposure to quantum experiments and research environments supporting emerging quantum technologies.
The week-long workshop welcomes high school students from across Qatar and aims to inspire the next generation of quantum scientists, engineers, and innovators.
Program Schedule
- Day 1: Introduction to Quantum Computing and Quantum Mechanics
Exploring the basic principles of Quantum Mechanics and how they enable Quantum Computing, with a focus on Superposition, Entanglement, Measurement and Wave-Particle Duality. - Day 2: Quantum Circuits
Learning how quantum computers process information using qubits, quantum gates and quantum circuits, and experimenting with basic quantum operations through simulated environments and quantum hardware platforms. - Day 3: Quantum Algorithms
Discovering how quantum algorithms can be used to approach certain problems in new ways, and why quantum computers may offer advantages for selected computational tasks. - Day 4: Quantum Teleportation
Exploring Quantum Teleportation and learning how entanglement and classical communication can be used to transfer quantum information, while also simulating simple teleportation protocols. - Day 5: Quantum Cryptography and QC2 Lab Tour
Learning about Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and how the principles of Quantum Physics can support secure communication, in addition to a guided tour of QC2 Lab.
Application deadline: Thursday, June 25, 2026
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