University of Nicosia
overall introduction
The University of Nicosia is the largest university in Cyprus. It was established in 1980 and its main campus is located in Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus. It also runs study centres in Athens, Bucharest and New York.
description of blockchain / cryptocurrency courses & initiatives
‘‘We are at the beginning of a global wave of demand for blockchain academic and professional education and certification. The University of Nicosia was the first to recognize this need and responded by offering the first Master of Science degree in Blockchain and Digital Currency, available to students worldwide through an online format since 2014 and on campus since 2021. The programme is hosted by the Department of Digital Innovation.’’
The University of Nicosia provides a wide variety of blockchain courses.
Master’s in Blockchain and Digital Currency-The program seeks to fill an important gap that exists today between the supply of and demand for academic knowledge in the areas of Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain technology.
Master’s in Computer Science: Concentration in Blockchain Technologies- The program provides an introduction to research within the field while strengthening the candidate’s effective application of computer science methods.The program aims of the specialization in Blockchain Technologies focus on the fundamentals of digital currencies and the underlying blockchain technology. It also focuses on programmable smart contracts and the associated architectures such as Ethereum. It aims to prepare students on the possible impact of these technologies on various applications including those based on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Internet of Things.
Introduction to Decentralized Finance (DeFi)- This course is free for everyone and you don’t need specialized knowledge in either computing, economics, or finance. Course’s main goal is to teach students how blockchain-based decentralization is disrupting financial services
DFIN 511: Introduction to Digital Currencies- It is available to anyone around the world interested in learning the basics of cryptocurrencies, in a paced and resource rich environment, under the guidance of field experts.