Advanced - Master Program Digital Life Technologies | BLOCKCHAIN & METAVERSE duration
Geeks Academy, a European leader in tech education for the new digital professions, proudly presents the new Master in Digital Life Technologies. This innovative program is designed to train professionals capable of executing cutting-edge projects in the world of virtual reality, from the metaverse to video games, digital humans, and special effects for cinema.
Recent advancements in hardware have made virtual reality an accessible and tangible dream, with new-generation headsets significantly expanding its reach. According to McKinsey, the metaverse is projected to generate a $5 trillion economy by 2030, while McCann Worldgroup predicts that by 2026, approximately 2 billion people will spend at least an hour daily in the metaverse, making it an integral part of our everyday lives.
You'll gain expertise in:
- Metaverse Construction: Learn to build and manage virtual worlds.
- Video Game Development & Cloud Computing: Create immersive gaming experiences, including on decentralized cloud platforms.
- Blockchain Project Management: Master blockchain technologies, earn international certifications, and create unique digital assets (NFTs).
Unlock In-Demand Career Paths
The Master in Digital Life Technologies prepares you for rapidly growing roles in VR, AR, Gaming, VFX, and Digital Human creation. With immersive technologies expanding and significant market growth projected (e.g., Metaverse to $5 trillion by 2030, VFX market to $18 billion by 2032), demand for these specialists is surging.
Launch Your Career As::
- VR/AR Developers: Crafting immersive experiences for a market growing over 24% annually.
- Game Designers & Developers: Driving innovation in a booming global gaming industry.
- 3D/VFX Artists: Creating stunning visuals for film, advertising, and games.
- Digital Human Creators: Building hyperrealistic virtual characters for a market predicted to reach $440 billion.
- Metaverse Developers: Building decentralized digital ecosystems with blockchain and NFT expertise.
Ready to build the future of virtual reality? Enroll in our Master in Digital Life Technologies and become a digital innovation leader.
Course Outline
MODULE 1 | Basic Computer Science
Objective: To equip participants with fundamental computer science knowledge (networking, Linux basics, relational databases, Python programming) necessary to fully understand and benefit from the topics covered in subsequent modules.
Note: If you're not starting from scratch and have a solid foundation in computer science, you can skip the Foundation Module, and your program duration will be reduced by three months!
MODULE 2 | Virtual Reality with Unity 3D
This module is designed to introduce you to the world of video game and interactive environment development using Unity 3D and the C# programming language. It provides a solid foundation for creating immersive gaming experiences integrated with emerging technologies like the metaverse, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
MODULE 3 | Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Extended Reality
This module offers a comprehensive overview of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Extended Reality (XR) technologies, exploring their history, evolution, and applications in industrial, educational, and creative fields. Participants will understand the differences between AR, VR, and XR, analyzing currently available platforms and devices, along with the technologies that enhance immersive experiences, such as blockchain and cloud computing. In the second part of the module, the focus shifts to Design and User Experience (UX) for XR, providing the skills needed to design intuitive, engaging, and effective immersive experiences. Participants will learn to create interfaces and interactions that adhere to best practices in usability and accessibility, ensuring the end-user has a fluid and memorable experience.
MODULE 4 | Augmented Reality with Vuforia
Vuforia, integrated with Unity, is indeed one of the most widely used solutions for developing Augmented Reality (AR) applications across various platforms, including Android and iOS.
MODULE 5 | Game Development & Coding
The objective of this module is to acquire solid programming foundations in various languages and frameworks such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Node.js. These are essential for developing engaging and intuitive user interfaces in video games, thereby enhancing the player's experience. These technologies enable greater accessibility, making interaction fluid and intuitive.
MODULE 6 | 3D Modeling
This module will guide you through the essential techniques of 3D modeling using Blender, one of the most powerful and versatile software in the field of three-dimensional graphics. You'll learn to create detailed and realistic models, from simple shapes to the construction of complex objects and environments. Through practical labs, you'll develop the necessary skills to work on 3D projects usable in video games, animations, and virtual environments.
MODULE 7 | Mixed Reality
This innovative module will take you to the heart of Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR), where you'll have the opportunity to explore and create immersive and interactive worlds. Through a series of practical labs, you'll be guided in creating your personalized 3D avatar usable in various metaverses and in developing an immersive virtual environment, where you can apply advanced VR and MR concepts. This module will allow you to be a protagonist in creating experiences that combine the best of technology and creativity.
Practical Mixed Reality Lab with Meta Quest 3: The new Meta Quest 3 is ideal for Mixed Reality, thanks to its advanced color passthrough capabilities and its ability to offer immersive experiences for both VR and MR. Its power, versatility, and affordability make it a headset that can meet the needs of both VR and MR developers, and its popularity ensures an active and growing support community.
MODULE 8 | Metaverse and Blockchain
The Metaverse will be introduced, with a focus on key platforms and the most innovative projects transforming it into an increasingly engaging digital environment. You'll explore the underlying technologies of the metaverse, such as blockchain, which plays a fundamental role in enabling the creation of unique digital assets and ensuring secure transactions. Blockchain, along with cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin, is essential for supporting an entirely new digital economy. Thanks to these technologies, it becomes possible to securely and transparently buy, exchange, and own virtual goods. So-called NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) are an example of how these digital assets can be unique and authentic, allowing exclusive ownership of virtual objects. This combination of blockchain and the metaverse is creating extraordinary business opportunities, opening new avenues for the trade of digital goods with a more secure and accessible approach compared to traditional models. The Lab includes practical exercises in creating 3D environments directly within the metaverse.
MODULE 9 | Cloud Computing Technologies
Knowledge of cloud technologies is fundamental for managing scalable and flexible infrastructures, which are essential for modern applications like the metaverse, video games, and other immersive solutions. The cloud allows for resource optimization, improved accessibility, and reduced operational costs, facilitating collaboration and innovation.
MODULE 10 | Soft Skills and Project Management
Modules to develop cross-cutting skills, such as project management and soft skills, essential for teamwork. Includes the module for preparation for the international Agile Scrum certification.
MODULE 11 | Work & Companies
Company Testimonials
Career Days: Job Interviews
Lab: Effective LinkedIn Profile
Since 2019, Geeks Academy has been an accredited venue for the delivery of courses and the conduct of examinations for EXIN International Certifications.
With this course you will have the opportunity to take the exams for the EXIN International Certifications in:
- Cloud Computing Foundation
- Blockchain Foundation
- Agile scrum
The Master in Digital Life Technologies is designed for individuals seeking to acquire advanced, innovative skills in emerging technologies, including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), game development, visual effects (VFX), and digital humans.
It's ideal for gaming enthusiasts, tech professionals, and digital creatives interested in transforming their passion or career, with the goal of working in high-growth fields like the metaverse and immersive entertainment.
No prior programming experience is required, only a basic understanding of computers and a strong motivation to explore the latest innovations in AR, VR, and Blockchain.
With the Master in Digital Life Technologies, you'll gain comprehensive, practical training in cutting-edge technologies for virtual reality, augmented reality, and the metaverse. You'll acquire the skills needed to create immersive digital worlds, develop advanced video games, design hyperrealistic digital humans, and craft special effects for cinema.
Upon completing the course, you'll be able to manage complex projects, leveraging blockchain and cloud computing for innovative virtual experiences. You'll enter the market with a solid, certified preparation tailored to the demands of a constantly evolving tech industry.
Diplomas and Certifications
The course awards:
- the "Geeks Academy DIPLOMA" certificate;
- the "DIPLOMA SUPPLEMENT", a bilingual document in Italian and English certifying the skills acquired according to EU standards;
- Issuing "DIGITAL BADGE" of course completion enabled for sharing on LinkedIn platform in Licences & Certifications area.
Job Placement & Career Coaching
The course includes priority participation in Career Days, job interview sessions with Italian and international partner companies and organisations. The final objective of the job interviews is employment, which may be through probationary periods, assisted company training or project work.
In addition, for 5 years from the end of the course you will have the opportunity to use our active support service for job placement and career advancement free of charge. 95% of graduates found a new job within 3 months of finishing the course, and made career advancement within 2 years!
International experiences
We offer our students exclusive study trips to major international hubs of digital transformation, such as Singapore, Seoul and Dubai. These immersive experiences enrich the student's knowledge base and enhance career opportunities!
Alumni Community
By enrolling for the course you will become a member of the AGA: the Alumni Geeks Academy.
The AGA is the community that brings together all our alumni in order to offer support, develop partnerships, provide career coaching and enhance professional relationships. The Alumni International Day is the community's most important annual international networking and updating event.
Basic technical equipment
- Preferably 64-bit dual core PC with Windows 10 or
*Please note that Macs with MacOS X 10.9.2 (or later) are not ideal for the learning phase due to well-known security blockers
- 16 GB RAM
- Quad-core Intel or AMD processor (minimum level)
- Virtual reality compatible video card (e.g. min Nvidia GTX 1060)
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