Dr. Adrian Kent

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Biography

Adrian Kent is a Professor of Quantum Physics at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge. He is also a Fellow at Wolfson College and the Director of Studies in Mathematics at Darwin College, Cambridge. Kent holds the position of Distinguished Visiting Research Chair at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, and is an Affiliate at the Institute for Quantum Computing. His research focuses on the interplay between fundamental principles of quantum theory and physical theories related to information-theoretic tasks. Current topics of interest include quantum key distribution protocols, relativistic quantum theory, and the quantum reality problem. Kent has co-edited 'Many Worlds? Everett, Quantum Theory and Reality' and has published extensively in the field since 1994. He has contributed to understanding the implications of decoherence and the challenges posed by many-worlds theories in light of empirical data.

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Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England

Professor of Quantum Physics, engaged in teaching and research in quantum theory and its applications.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
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  • Application fee (£50)
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