WCC

Overview

Bridge quantum computing and quantitative finance. Master algorithms for portfolio optimisation, risk modelling, and derivative pricing using quantum circuits and hybrid quantum-classical systems.

Core modules

• Foundations of quantum computing (qubits, superposition, entanglement) for finance
• Quantum Fourier transform & amplitude estimation in asset pricing
• Variational quantum eigensolver (VQE) for risk factor analysis
• Quantum Monte Carlo for derivative pricing and VaR
• Portfolio optimisation using QAOA and quantum annealing
• Fraud detection & pattern matching with quantum kernel methods
• Hybrid workflows: Qiskit, Pennylane, and classical backends
• Case studies: high-frequency trading simulation, climate risk analytics

Tools & platforms

Capstone project

Build a quantum-enhanced asset allocation model and benchmark against classical methods.

Starting Date: 4th July 2026
Course Fee: £2990