What is the best degree for a career in quantum computing?

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A degree in electrical engineering, possibly combined with a minor in physics or computer science, is considered advantageous for a career in quantum computing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation in engineering principles and fundamental physics. While pursuing a graduate degree may allow for specialization, the current focus should be on rigorous coursework in electrical engineering and computer science. Some participants suggest that the programming skills needed for quantum computing will develop naturally over time. Overall, a solid engineering background is deemed essential for entering the field of quantum computing.
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Right now I am a sophomore in the electrical engineering program. I am also pursuing a computer science minor, in which I need 3 more classes.

My question is, what would be the best degree to have to get into the field of quantum computing?

My school also offers a Computer Engineering degree. The reason why I chose EE/CS over CoE is because 1) an EE degree looks better; and 2) because the EE degree looked more rigorous. And since I'm getting a CS minor, I'm pretty much taking the same exact classes a CoE would take, with a couple of added ones.

I'm positive that I will be attending grad school after I get my bachelor's. So maybe I would be able to specialize then, but I'm not sure which degree would be best.

I even thought about a physics degree, but I really love engineering.

Thanks.
 
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I would say it would be an electircial engineering major with a physics minor or visa-versa. The applied computer science of quantum computing is far off, best learn the fundimentals. The programing aspect will become natural.
 
Enroll to Mindanao State University- Gen. Santos City, if you have a degree in Engineering (Electrical) and Minor in CS, you will just take some physics subjects here and quantum computing would be much easier here because their curriculum on that courses is quite different..It is more advance..
 
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