Dr. Thomas Baker

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas E. Baker is an Assistant Professor at the University of Victoria and holds a Canada Research Chair in Quantum Computing. He specializes in quantum information and quantum computing, with a focus on entanglement renormalization, quantum algorithms, and quantum error-correction. Dr. Baker’s research explores the fundamental shift in computing paradigms through quantum mechanics, emphasizing the implementation of quantum computers to outperform classical ones. His work seeks to leverage properties of quantum physics to enable computations that are unattainable via classical methodologies. Additionally, he engages in developing materials for qubits and designing networks to facilitate quantum computations. He has delivered graduate courses on quantum physics, statistical physics, and computational methods, and is actively mentoring students in related research areas.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.