A 25 ECTS micro-credential course consisting of 6 study-units

To apply, select the "Award in Unlocking Blockchain & Crypto Markets: Digital Finance, Innovation and Regulation" study-unit. Get started by accessing this link.

Discover the Foundations of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

This dynamic short course offers you a well-rounded, interdisciplinary approach to mastering the fast-evolving world of crypto-assets. Designed for professionals like you, it blends technical, economic, and regulatory insights to help you navigate the crypto landscape with confidence. You’ll start with a solid introduction to blockchain and crypto-assets, building a strong conceptual foundation. From there, you’ll dive into key economic principles like tokenomics and discover how crypto-assets are transforming capital markets and financial systems. The course also unpacks the technology behind crypto-assets, giving you essential knowledge of blockchain infrastructure and smart contract development—so you can engage effectively with technologists and apply decentralised solutions. Beyond technical and economic skills, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the regulatory environment through an in-depth analysis of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the expertise and practical tools needed to bridge innovation and compliance in the crypto-asset industry..

What You’ll Explore:

• By the end, you will:

  • Develop a strong conceptual understanding of blockchain technology and crypto-assets within an interdisciplinary framework.
  • Analyse the economic principles and tokenomics driving the growth and impact of crypto-assets in global financial systems.
  • Gain practical knowledge of blockchain infrastructure and the fundamentals of smart contract development.
  • Understand the transformative role of crypto-assets in capital markets and assess their potential risks and opportunities.
  • Acquire the skills to engage and collaborate effectively with technologists and stakeholders in the crypto-asset ecosystem.
  • Interpret and apply the regulatory framework of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation to ensure compliance and responsible innovation.

Key Quick facts

Application link 

Study-Unit details can be found online.

ECTS Credits: 25

Duration: 3 semesters (Part-time)

Dates: Starting September 2026

Deadline to Apply: 7th September, 2026; applications will be evaluated on a first-come, first-served basis

Requirements to Apply: a first degree in relevant disciplines

Fees: Eur2,750

Location: Online (links will be circulated via email)

Certification: Subject to a successful submission of a final assignment for each study unit, participants will be awarded a course certificate worth 25 ECTS credits.