Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Doctorate in Cryptocurrency and Financial Innovation

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for scholars, financial strategists, fintech innovators, and senior professionals seeking to generate original contributions in the fields of cryptocurrency, blockchain ecosystems, and financial innovation. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program reflects the highest standards of independent research, analytical depth, and academic leadership within the digital financial economy.

The academic structure consists of seven integrated modules: four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research philosophy, complex quantitative and computational methodologies, financial econometrics, blockchain analytics, regulatory research frameworks, and academic publication strategies; two general modules aimed at strengthening interdisciplinary understanding of global financial systems, economic transformation, governance, risk modeling, and innovation policy; and one specialized module concentrating on advanced themes in cryptocurrency markets, decentralized finance (DeFi), digital asset valuation, tokenomics, smart contract ecosystems, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and emerging financial technologies. These components culminate in thesis and structured research activities that demonstrate the candidate’s capacity to conduct rigorous, original, and high-impact research addressing contemporary challenges in digital finance.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible extension options, the program is designed to accommodate experienced professionals and international researchers requiring academic flexibility while maintaining research intensity and scholarly excellence. The program emphasizes methodological sophistication, technological foresight, critical regulatory evaluation, and innovation-driven financial strategy.

The Doctorate in Cryptocurrency and Financial Innovation supports the development of advanced competencies in independent financial research, blockchain systems analysis, policy advisory leadership, academic publication, and high-level strategic innovation. It prepares participants for senior academic roles, research leadership in fintech and digital economics, advisory positions within financial institutions and regulatory bodies, and executive leadership within global digital financial ecosystems.