Online MSc in
Computer Science
Concentration in Blockchain Technologies
The Master degree in Computer Science advances the students’ knowledge in core areas of computer science beyond the undergraduate level and exposes them to current and emerging trends.
Next Start Date: September 2024
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Why Choose UNIC
For Your Master’s Degree in Computer Science: Blockchain Technologies
Academic
Quality
Taught by leading faculty and industry practitioners from around the world
Student
Community
Largest blockchain and metaverse student community in the world
Professional
Development
Networking opportunities in the Blockchain and Metaverse industries
SCHOLARSHIPS
€300,000 in merit-based and need-based scholarships
From Foundations to Frontiers
The program provides an introduction to research within the field while strengthening the candidate’s effective application of computer science methods. The proposed Master degree in Computer Science is designed to have the learning outcomes related to: knowledge and understanding, application of knowledge and understanding for the analysis, design and development of computer systems. The curriculum prepares the student for a wide variety of computer-oriented careers, such as research, development, management, and teaching. The degree constitutes an independent and terminal study in addition to providing the basis for acceptance to, and continued studies towards, a doctoral degree in computer science.
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.
Degree Overview
| Qualification | Duration | Mode of Study | Language of Instruction | Minimum ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Computer Science | 3 semesters or 1 calendar year | Distance Learning / Online | English | 90 |
What You Will Learn
Upon successfully completing the program, graduates will be able to:
teaching methodology
The program is offered through distance learning so as to be accessible to all interested students, irrespective of their geographic location. Within the distance-learning paradigm, the program deploys various teaching methods: while the majority of the courses consist of lectures delivered by the faculty course lecturer(s), in some cases it may be deemed appropriate and beneficial to host guest lecturers with academic and business background related to topics covered in courses.
Moreover, practical exercises, individual and group projects, simulations, and case study analyses, will form an integral part of the teaching methodology employed in the program.
Career Prospects
Graduates may Become
- Blockchain Engineers
- Blockchain Advisors or Consultants
- Blockchain Architects
- Managers in the ICT industry or government offices
- Senior Technical Developers or Administrators in the ICT marketplace
- Entrepreneurs
Access to further studies
Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Third Cycle degrees, Doctorate Degree, in the emerging field of Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain, in areas that depend on each student’s background, chosen electives, and research interests: computer science (including cryptography, security, distributed and mobile IT systems), finance, management, innovation, and technology regulation.
Admission Requirements, Assessment and Regulations
Tuition and Fees
Scholarships
The University of Nicosia believes strongly in expanding accessibility to and affordability of higher education. For this academic year, MSc in Metaverse program has over €300,000 euros of financial aid available to students attending the MSc program, through a combination of merit scholarships, need-based scholarships and work-study programs.
Since the MSc program has a rolling admissions policy, scholarships are reviewed and awarded monthly, in conjunction with admissions.
Scholarship Application
- All scholarship applications must also be accompanied by a brief cover letter explaining their eligibility.
- Only students who have completed their MSc application and have been accepted to the MSc are eligible to submit a scholarship application.
- Each student can earn a maximum of one (1) merit or need-based scholarship, though need and merit scholarships can be combined.
- Work-study programs can be combined with either need or merit scholarships upon special approval.
- Scholarships are applied on a pro-rata basis to each course in the MSc.
- The University of Nicosia reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to award or not award any scholarship to any student and/or to change the number of scholarships awarded, their eligibility requirements or any other aspect of the financial aid program.
Degree outline
The student must complete 90 ECTS and all programme requirements.
A minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 is required. Thus, although a ‘D-‘ is a PASS grade, in order to achieve a CPA of 2.0 an average grade of ‘C’ is required.
Program Pathway
SEMESTER BREAKDOWN
NOTES
The above semester breakdown is an indicative one. A few of the courses are electives and can be substituted by others. Students may contact their academic advisor and consult their academic pathway found on the UNIC website under “Schools & Programmes”.
