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This announcement marks a significant step in workforce development as an engineering college introduces a dedicated minor in Quantum Information Science to meet rising industry demand. By integrating courses across physics, computer science, and mathematics, the program aims to produce graduates with the multidisciplinary foundation required for careers in quantum computing and research. This educational expansion directly supports the growing need for quantum-skilled talent identified by both academic institutions and industrial sectors.
The Grainger College of Engineering students can now minor in quantum science

The Grainger College of Engineering launches a new undergraduate minor in Quantum Information Science (QIS), available Fall 2026, designed to provide students a strong foundation for careers in QIS or graduate study. The market is predicted to be worth $2 trillion in the next decade.
The Grainger College of Engineering will launch a new undergraduate minor in Quantum Information Science this fall, preparing students for a field predicted to be worth $2 trillion in the next decade. Designed to provide a multidisciplinary understanding of…
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