The European Competence Framework for Quantum Technologies is now available translated into French,facilitating its accessibility to Francophones and encouraging greater participation by the Francophone community in the field of quantum technologies.
In May 2021, the QTEdu consortium published the first version of the European Competence Framework for Quantum Technologies. This framework aims to map competences and skills in quantum technologies, thus establishing a common language that facilitates communication and cooperation between the different actors in the education ecosystem.
The Competence Framework serves as a starting point for the planning and structuring of various educational and training projects in quantum technologies, such as master programmes in universities, training programmes for the industrial workforce, or educational research initiatives. The structure of this framework is inspired by the DigCompEdu, the Digital Competence Framework for Educators, used as a model.
While version 1.0 of the Competency Framework provides an overview of what can be learned, the next version will also incorporate the different skill levels that can be achieved for each quantum technology skill and aptitude, as well as job profiles with different axes of concentration.
In the long term, QTEdu envisions a European Quantum Education Community characterised by adaptability, growth and synergies between all relevant actors. The competency framework plays a central role in providing a common language and reference point. Thus, an ecosystem is envisioned in which institutions can easily complement their efforts with the appropriate modules, and learners can customize their education and training according to their needs.
Luxembourg is making significant progress in the field of quantum technologies, establishing itself as a leading player in this emerging sector. In the field of quantum communication, Luxembourg is actively developing its national quantum communication infrastructure (QCI). The LuxQCI project, coordinated by the Luxembourg Ministry of State and supported by the European Space Agency and the Luxembourg Space Agency, aims to create a secure communication network using quantum key distribution (QKD). This initiative positions Luxembourg as a crucial hub for the transmission of ultra-secure data, essential for the government and commercial sectors (SES) (University of Luxembourg).