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Launch your career from the start of university with a cadetship in Melbourne
Are you in Year 12 and interested in a business career? Why not take your degree further and secure your future by applying for a cadetship under the Business Cadetships in Melbourne Program.
What do Business Cadets do?
Business Cadets combine study at the university of their choice in Melbourne with paid work at UBS Melbourne. UBS is a leading global investment bank. The firm has been placing cadets in Melbourne over the last eight years (and in Sydney for the last eighteen years). This year, Melbourne cadet placements are in Global Research. Cadets are able to rotate through different areas of this division, enabling them to discover what they are really interested in and to tailor their degree accordingly. You will work alongside world-class professionals and be well remunerated.
Quantum Computing: the future of super-fast computers
Have you ever wondered what the future of computers looks like? It’s all about quantum computing. Imagine computers that can quickly solve the problems that would take today’s supercomputers thousands of years. Sounds cool, right? Let’s dive into the world of quantum computing and see what all the buzz is about.
What is quantum computing?
Quantum computing is like traditional computing but on steroids. Traditional computers use bits, which are like tiny switches that can be either 0 or 1. Quantum computers use qubits, which can be both 0 and 1 at the same time, thanks to a property called superposition. This allows them to process a massive amount of information at the same time.
Why should you care about quantum computing?
Quantum computers could revolutionise everything from medicine to climate change. Imagine discovering new medicines in days instead of years, or creating unbreakable encryption to keep your data safe. These are just a few ways quantum computing could totally change our world.
The basics of quantum mechanics
Quantum mechanics might sound scary, but it’s all about understanding the very small particles that make up our universe. Qubits, the building blocks of quantum computers, can exist in multiple states at once (superposition) and can be linked together in strange ways (entanglement). Think of a regular bit as a coin that is lying on a table as definitely heads or tails, while a qubit as a spinning coin that could land on either side.
How do quantum computers work?
Quantum computers look way different from the ones you’re used to. They’re built with special components to maintain the delicate state of qubits, which are really fragile and sensitive to things like noise and temperature. The components used to help stabilise them include things like supercooled environments and precise lasers.
Quantum computing in action
Scientists and researchers are already using quantum computers to tackle big problems. For example, they’re working on finding new materials for better batteries and solving complex mathematical problems that were previously impossible, and there is so much more that can be done with further research and more breakthroughs.
The future of quantum computing
In the next 10-20 years, quantum computing could transform industries. We might see breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and even space exploration. If you’re excited about technology, quantum computing is definitely something to watch.
Getting involved
Curious to learn more? There are plenty of resources online to get you started. Websites like IBM Quantum Experience and educational platforms like Coursera offer courses on quantum computing.
If you’re interested in more to do with education and the future of technology, we have heaps of cool articles on our website, like this one on the changing world of work.