The University of Nicosia to introduce a new free MOOC, Offering a Blockchain-Verifiable Certificate:
The University of Nicosia (UNIC) and the Institute For the Future (IFF) are thrilled to announce the launch of the newly revamped free MOOC: “Mastering Web3: Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and the Metaverse”. This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of Web3, starting on 30 September 2024!
Top Reasons to Join:
- World’s First Web3 MOOC: Covering Web3, Cryptocurrencies, NFTs, Metaverse, and emerging trends in this dynamic field.
- Brand New Curriculum & Hands-On Elements: The course offers a brand-new curriculum, incorporating the latest trends in blockchain, AI, and Web3 technologies, with practical exercises and interactive labs to ensure students are equipped with real-world skills.
- Earn a Blockchain-Issued Certificate: Successfully complete the course to receive a blockchain-issued and globally recognized “Certificate of Accomplishment” from the University of Nicosia.
- Expert Faculty & Industry Leaders: Learn from leading experts like Antonis Polemitis, Prof. George Giaglis and Punk6529, with special guest lectures from industry experts.
- Global Community: Join a global network of learners with over 145,000+ students from 120+ countries and become part of the largest Web3 student community.
- MOOC Scholarship for Top Achievers: The highest-performing students in the MOOC will be eligible for a scholarship, which can be applied to both the MSc in Blockchain and Digital Currency and the MSc in Metaverse programs. This is a unique opportunity to advance your education and career.
Earn 10 ECTS: Only students enrolled in the MSc in Blockchain and Digital Currency or the MSc in Metaverse programs can earn credits from this course by completing the MSc-level assessment, saving time on their academic journey.
Weekly Course Schedule
1: Introduction to Web3, Bitcoin, and Ethereum
2: Bitcoin: How It Works
3: Ethereum: How It Works
4: Security and Privacy in Web3
5: Tokenization in Web3
6: Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
7: NFTs: Fundamentals and Applications
8: The Metaverse: Foundations and Opportunities
9: DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) and Decentralized Social Media
10: Web3 and Digital Identity
11: Advanced topics in Web3
12: The Future of Web3: Blockchain, AI, and Trends
About the MOOC on Mastering Web3
This course is ideal for anyone looking to gain insights into the rapidly growing fields of blockchain, crypto, NFTs, and the metaverse. Whether you’re interested in cryptocurrencies, want to understand the future of digital assets, or explore how the metaverse will transform industries, MOOC on “Mastering Web3” provides the foundation to help you succeed in Web3.
The course offers practical tutorials on various crypto, blockchain, and metaverse-related aspects, such as creating wallets, minting NFTs, and executing transactions. It also provides a comprehensive overview of both blockchain concepts and the metaverse, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. Visit the official course page for more information.
Enrollment is now open for the MOOC, with Fall’24 intake starting on 30 September 2024.