Quantum Social Lab: Art Driven Innovation with Quantum Technologies (M.Sc.)

What it is about

You will receive an introduction to quantum technologies, their societal impacts, as well as art-based educational approaches to quantum topics. Together with researchers and artists, you will develop your own educational project in interdisciplinary teams with a focus on applications in mobility, medicine, and banking/security.

What you will be able to do

• Understand core elements of quantum technologies
• Assess the impacts of quantum technologies on society
• Adopt a human-centered perspective on quantum technology
• Explain complex quantum topics in an accessible way through artistic interventions
• Plan and carry out interdisciplinary project work in diverse teams

What the module consists of

• SeminarProvision of fundamentals, presentation and discussions; presentation of own project ideas
• Gruppenprojekt (studentische Eigenarbeit)Central share of the workload: planning and execution of the own educational project
• ExkursionenInspiration and insights on-site for project development
• GastvorträgeExperience reports and inputs from artists and external speakers

Teaching method

• Präsentationen und DiskussionenProvision of fundamentals and exchange in plenary
• Gruppenarbeit mit individueller BetreuungDevelopment and implementation of the own project under mentoring
• Künstlerische InterventionenMake complex content accessible and creatively prepare
• ExkursionenPractice-oriented inspiration for the project work
• Online-Tools (Zoom, PowerPoint, Miro)Support of teaching, collaboration and visualization