The course consists of 13 lectures, a laboratory component, and hand-in tasks.
Core lectures (Lectures 1–8). The first eight lectures are dedicated to the core material of the course and follow a structured progression, where each lecture builds on the previous one. The topics include the quantization of the electromagnetic field, quantum states of light, and the interaction between light and matter. The course then covers practical aspects of quantum photonics, including the generation of non-classical light, the guiding of quantum light in integrated photonic structures, and the mixing and interference of quantum optical modes. Methods for measuring and characterizing quantum light are also discussed. The final lecture introduces KTH's programmable quantum photonic circuit and connects the theoretical concepts of the course to a real experimental platform. Lecture material is posted on Canvas after each class meeting.
Student presentations (Lectures 9–13). The last five lectures are dedicated to student presentations and discussion of research papers in quantum photonics. Students work in groups, with two group presentations per lecture, each lasting approximately 45 minutes and based on one main topic. Each presentation addresses the physical principle, the theoretical model, the experimental implementation, the measured observables, and the broader significance and future directions.
Laboratory component. The course includes laboratory experiments in quantum integrated photonics, where students gain hands-on experience with modern photonic quantum systems and measurement methods. The experiments are performed on the KTH 12-mode programmable photonic processor. The laboratory sessions are coordinated by the lab instructor, and the lab manual and lab location are announced on Canvas.