Binance Academy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Sharjah to deliver blockchain education for UAE’s future workforce. This long-term collaboration reflects a shared vision: preparing students for leadership in a fast-changing digital economy.
As part of the agreement, students will gain access to co-developed programs, practical workshops, internship opportunities, and certifications issued by Binance Academy. Together, we’re laying the groundwork for an inclusive, innovation-driven Web3 ecosystem.
The University of Sharjah is one of the UAE’s largest and most diverse institutions, with more than 20,000 students from over 100 countries.
With a growing focus on blockchain innovation, the university has already piloted on-chain applications such as academic credential verification. Dr. Mohamed Al Hemairy, Head of the Technology Transfer Office, described the partnership as “a platform for a new wave of innovation-driven projects” that will benefit students, researchers, and the wider community.
Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies Prof. Maamar Bettayeb added, “Collaborating with Binance allows us to integrate global industry expertise into our innovation ecosystem and prepare our graduates to lead in the fast-evolving blockchain sector.”
The partnership is structured to go beyond theory, offering real-world experience and community connections. Students will benefit from:
World-Class Learning: Free access to specialized online courses and co-designed programs covering everything from blockchain fundamentals to the metaverse and GameFi, all available on the Binance Academy platform.
Verifiable Skills: The chance to earn official certificates from Binance Academy upon course completion, giving students a credible edge in the global tech talent market.
Real-World Experience: Internship opportunities, plus co-hosted workshops and BNB Chain hackathons designed to transform knowledge into practical skills.
A Thriving Community: Access to the Binance Student Ambassador program, connecting participants with mentors, exclusive events, and a global network of peers who are building the future of Web3.
The partnership supports several national priorities, from digital transformation to economic diversification, and aligns with the Sharjah’s Blockchain Strategy, which targets a shift of 50% of government services to blockchain platforms.
The collaboration also reflects broader demographic trends. In the UAE, crypto adoption is growing fast, especially among young adults. By investing in education today, the country is preparing a workforce ready to contribute to tomorrow’s economy.
Rachel Conlan, Binance Chief Marketing Officer, highlighted the impact of this effort noting, “With over 280 million users worldwide, Binance is committed to leveraging its global reach and technical expertise to accelerate digital innovation and education.”
This MoU marks Binance Academy’s first long-term university partnership in the region. This collaboration is a step toward a more accessible, capable, and empowered Web3 future. As Bader Kalooti, Binance’s Regional Growth Lead, put it, “By combining excellence, we are creating a dynamic ecosystem where students, researchers, and entrepreneurs can thrive in the Web3 era.”
