
Pune University's new Blockchain degree redefines practical education with real industry exposure.
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
You know how most college degrees in India work, right? You slog for three years in classrooms, cram for exams, and then when it’s all done, you start the real hustle—looking for a job, figuring out what the industry actually wants, and realizing how little practical experience you’ve gained.
But something huge just happened at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), and if you’re a student (or the parent of one), you need to hear this.
SPPU has launched a B.Sc. in Blockchain Technology, and trust me, this isn’t your average degree. This is a course that actually respects your time, understands your future, and gives you a running start into one of the most exciting industries out there. Here’s why I genuinely think this is a game-changer:
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A Course Built for Tomorrow
First, let’s talk about Blockchain itself. Yeah, we’ve all heard of Bitcoin and crypto. But Blockchain is much bigger than that. It’s already being used for secure voting systems, managing supply chains, digital identity, and even preserving art through NFTs. It’s basically like learning how the internet worked back in the ’90s. If you get in now, you’re riding the next big wave.
This course doesn’t just teach you Blockchain as a concept. It dives deep into how it’s actually used in the real world. So you’re not just memorizing theories, you’re getting ready to build.
One Whole Year in the Real World (Yes, a Full-Time Apprenticeship!)
This is what made me go “whoa”. In your third year, you’re not stuck in a classroom. You’re working inside a real company, applying your skills to actual projects, learning from mentors, and understanding how things work beyond the textbooks.
And it gets better—you get paid ₹9000 per month while you’re doing it. Not bad for a student, right? You’re earning while learning, which means you’re not just investing in your education, you’re getting returns while you’re still studying.
Only 120 Seats. Because They Want Quality, Not Crowds
This isn’t going to be some overcrowded lecture hall experience. With only 120 seats, it’s clear they want to keep it focused, personal, and impactful. You’ll be surrounded by people who are serious, curious, and ready to build.
Who Should Consider This?
If you’re someone who:
- Loves tech and wants to be at the cutting edge
- Prefers doing over just reading
- Wants real job experience before graduation
- Hates the idea of memorizing stuff that won’t help you in the real world
Then yes, this is for you.
What This Means for Indian Education
Honestly, this feels like a blueprint for what every degree should be like. Why should we spend three years studying and THEN start figuring out how to work? Why not build that right into the course?
By making apprenticeships part of the degree, SPPU is saying: “We know the old system wasn’t enough. Let’s fix it.”
Final Thoughts
I’m genuinely excited about this because it gives students something that’s been missing for a long time: confidence. Confidence that you’re learning what matters. That you’re building something real. That when you graduate, you’re not starting from scratch—you’re already in the game.
This isn’t just a course. It’s an opportunity. And if I were starting out again, I’d want to be in that classroom (and in that company) from day one.
If you’re reading this and you’re on the fence—just go for it. The future won’t wait. And this time, Pune is leading the charge.
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