Dr. Olivia Di Matteo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Olivia Di Matteo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of British Columbia. She joined the department in January 2022 after completing her PhD in Physics, specializing in Quantum Information at the University of Waterloo and the Institute for Quantum Computing in 2019. Her experience includes working as an Associate at TRIUMF and as a Quantum Computing Educator and Researcher at Xanadu, a Toronto-based quantum startup. Her research interests lie in Quantum Computing, with a particular focus on compilation, circuits, algorithms, tomography, characterization, and the development of open-source quantum software. Additionally, she is passionate about education in quantum technologies.

Research Interests

Quantum Computing Compilation Circuits Algorithms Tomography Characterization Open-source Quantum Software Education

Courses

CPEN400Q

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.