Our Blockchain Technology Master's degree is specialized in the following areas: Blockchain Cryptography, Blockchain Security, Smart Contract Programming, Computer Networks, Information and Coding Theory, Transmission Technology and Blockchain App.
Information Technology Blockchain Technology
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
- 4 Semesters
- on campus
- Full time
- 120 ECTS
- English
- summer and winter semester
What you will learn
The master's program in Blockchain Technology aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills, to understand and leverage the challenges and opportunities of blockchain technology. The course objectives are focused to impart theoretical knowledge, practical skills and innovative thinking, to prepare students for a successful career in this promising field.
Course objectives:
Deepening expertise in blockchain technology:
- Blockchain basics: teaching fundamental concepts such as distributed ledger technology (DLT), consensus mechanisms, cryptography and smart contracts. Advanced Blockchain Techniques: Dive deeper into topics such as scalability, interoperability, privacy and security in blockchain systems.
Development of practical skills:
- Blockchain programming: Proficiency in programming languages and tools used in blockchain development, such as Phyton, Solidity or Hyperledger Fabric. Project-based learning approaches: Carrying out practical projects to develop and implement blockchain solutions in various application areas.
Promoting innovation and creativity:
- Innovative Applications: Identify and develop new use cases for blockchain in areas such as supply chain, healthcare, energy and public sector.
- Research and Development: Encourage participation in research projects and the publication of research results on current challenges and trends in blockchain technology.
Preparation for leadership roles:Management skills:
- imparting project management, product development and IT strategy skills related to blockchain projects. Entrepreneurial skills: Support in the development of business models and start-ups in the blockchain sector.
Strengthen analytical and critical thinking skills:
- Problem-based learning: Promote analytical thinking and problem-solving skills by analyzing real-world blockchain use cases and challenges. Data analysis and security: Teaching methods for securely and efficiently managing and analyzing data in blockchain networks.
Promote professional and ethical responsibility:
- Ethics and Regulation: Discuss ethical issues and regulatory challenges related to blockchain technologies. Sustainability and social responsibility: Incorporating aspects of sustainability and social responsibility into the development and implementation of blockchain solutions.
Global thinking and intercultural competence:
- International perspective: providing a global understanding of blockchain technology and its application in different countries and cultures. Intercultural collaboration: Promoting collaboration in international teams and projects to develop intercultural skills.
Our innovative approach that pays off
The fact that the profession of Blockchain Technology Engineer offers excellent career opportunities is due, among other things, to the growing importance of Blockchain Technology and the corresponding increase in demand for young professionals. Companies and organizations are increasingly looking for professionals in this field to optimize their processes - In recent years, the number of graduates has always been smaller than the annual demand for engineers of Blockchain Technology.
Your career options include: Blockchain Expert in logistics, energy, healthcare or the financial industry.
Your curriculum
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Information- and Coding- Theory
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Transmission Technology
6 -
Communication Networks
6 -
Communications Networks II
6 -
Mathematical and Scientific Methods I
6
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Mathematical and Scientific Methods II
6 -
Introduction to Blockchain Technologies I
6 -
Introduction to Blockchain Technologies II
6 -
Blockchain Security and Cryptography I
6 -
Blockchain Security and Cryptography II
6
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Blockchain and Smart Contract Programming I
6 -
Blockchain and Smart Contract Programming II
6 -
Blockchain Applications and Use Cases
6 -
Industrial Placement / Internship
12
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Master Thesis
30
We help you achieve your goals
Our requirements
You can be admitted to study at the SRH University Heidelberg if:
- you have a 7-semester bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, communications engineering, or similar.
- and if you have also successfully completed our selection process, that also includes sufficient knowledge of English.
You do not qualify for direct entry? Join our preparatory course and get qualified to start your Master’s degree at SRH. This is a direct pathway into our university. Find more about here . https://www.srh-international-college.de/
Application process and deadlines
We look forward to welcoming you to the SRH University Heidelberg soon! We do not have application deadlines. Your application process looks like this:
- If you are interested in the Information Technology master's program with a focus on blockchain technology, you can send us your application easily and conveniently online.
- If you have any technical difficulties with the online application or if you have any questions about your application, your contact person Simin Chen will be happy to help.
- If you meet the admission requirements, we will invite you to a selection interview
- If the selection interview is successful, you will receive the acceptance and the study contract from us You sign the study contract and send it back to us
- You pay the registration fee
- If you come from a non-EU country, you pay your tuition fee one semester in advance in addition to the registration fee. From the second semester onwards, payments for the remaining semesters are due six weeks before the end of the study period that has already been paid for. Payments are to be made every semester.
- We will issue your admission notice
- You take part in our Ready-to-Start days - and off you go with your studies!
Costs and financing
Here you will find all the information you need to realise your studies.
- 770 per month, plus a one-off enrolment fee of €750.
If you come from a non-EEA country without a residence permit, the tuition fee is 6,450 € + a one-off enrolment fee of 1,000 € - you must pay the tuition fees for one semester in advance. From the second semester onwards, payments for the remaining semesters are due six weeks before the end of the study period already paid for. Payments are to be made semester by semester.
You can find more information and payment modalities in the current fee schedule (valid from 01.04.2023).
In addition to efficient organisation, a goal-oriented course of study also requires a solid financial basis in order to be able to pay rent, living costs and tuition fees. There are various financing options, such as BAföG, student loans or scholarship programmes.
We have summarised all the financing options for you here.
APS Certificate
Please note that special conditions apply to applicants from some countries:
India
From 1st of November 2022, applicants from India will be required to have their documents verified by the Academic Evaluation Centre New Delhi (APS-India) before applying for a visa. After successful verification you will receive a certificate which allows you to initiate the visa process. Please note that the verification process at APS-India is expected to take approximately 4 weeks. We recommend that you apply for the APS certificate at the same time as you apply to SRH University Heidelberg. For more information, go to the APS-India website: www.aps-india.de
The People’s Republic of China
The procedure of the Academic Evaluation Centre of the Cultural Section at the German Embassy in Bejing (Akademische Prüfstelle – APS) must have been successfully completed before you apply. The centre checks documents for authenticity and conducts interviews. The original APS certificate must be enclosed with the application documents. For more information, go to the APS website at: www.aps.org.cn.
Please note that you don’t need to complete the APS procedure if you apply for our 3+1 programmes.
Vietnam
The Academic Evaluation Centre of the German Embassy in Hanoi has been checking the university entrance qualifications of Vietnamese applicants since 2007. The procedure includes checking the submitted written documents as well as an interview with the applicant. An original copy of proof of successful completion of this process, the APS certificate, must be enclosed with the application documents.