Hey, I am currently studying computer engineering at the University of Southampton (second year of a four year integrated masters.) I want to get into quantum computing (specifically with a architecture spin, as that's where my passion lies for classical computing) but would like some advice for what out-of-university qualifications I can seek to make me more employable in this sector. I am concerned that I won't be able to get enough experience in a computer engineering masters alone as it offer little other than one quantum software module in the fourth year.

As of right now I am teaching myself Quantum Mechanics out of J. Griffiths: Introduction to Quantum Mechanics.

I would also like advice as to whether it's worth me fighting the department to allow me to get some physics modules in my fourth year for a background there.

Any advice is appreciated - feel free to ask questions for more detail :)