About the program
The program is organised by Dr. Tim Weingärtner from Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), in collaboration with professors from Sejong University (Seoul), the University of British Columbia (Vancouver), and other international experts from academia and industry.
Participants
The program brings together students from Sejong University (South Korea), the University of British Columbia (Canada), and Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (Switzerland).
This international exchange allows students to explore different academic and cultural perspectives and collaborate on current challenges in the field of blockchain technology.
Program Content
Our comprehensive course aims to provide students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds with advanced, specialised training in blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLTs).
Upon completion of the program, students will have developed a multidisciplinary understanding of blockchain technology and its key applications. Topics include smart contracts, decentralised finance (DeFi), decentralised identities, Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs), business models, and multi-chain interoperability. Students will also explore the characteristics of major protocols and emerging topics such as governance.
The program consists of lectures, seminar-style discussions, expert sessions, and hands-on laboratory work involving individual and team-based design and coding activities. Students will also have opportunities to interact with leading industry experts through various group activities and build an international professional network.
At the end of the program, students will put their knowledge into practice during the so-called "Blockathon". Working in intercultural teams, they will develop blockchain-based solutions to real-world problems, supported and mentored by lecturers and industry partners.
Target group
The Blockchain Summer Institute is aimed at students from the School of Computer Science and Information Technology and the School of Engineering and Architecture at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU).
HSLU students must have successfully completed their assessment level in one of the following degree programes:
- Option Module (Z): Bachelor of Science in Business Engineering | Innovation, Information Technology, Digital Engineer | Robotik & Big Data
- Extension Modules (E): Bachelor Information and Cyber Security, Business Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- By individual arrangement: Master's programme in Business Information Technology
Admission requirements
The language of instruction is English. Students whose native language is not English should have English language skills at least at CEFR level B2+ (e.g. IELTS 6.5).
Available places
Approximately 10 places are expected to be available for HSLU students.
Costs
There are no course fees for HSLU students. However, students are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation expenses.
Further information about accommodation will be provided at a later date.
Application / Registration
Registration will take place through the HSLU School of Computer Science and Information Technology and the School of Engineering and Architecture module enrolment process for the Spring Semester 2027, in January 2027.
ECTS Credits
Students who successfully complete the Summer Institute will be awarded 3 ECTS credits.
