The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi announced today the launch of an advanced certification programme in Web 3.0, Social Media, and Metaverse. According to an IIT Delhi statement, the six-month programme explores the convergence of these three powerful technologies, allowing participants to gain invaluable insights into how Web 3.0 is revolutionising the internet, social media is empowering social interaction, and the emerging Metaverse is creating digital experiences.

Applicants will learn about Web 3.0, Social Media, and the Metaverse through hands-on projects and case studies using tools such as WordPress, Google Analytics, PHP, and Orange. They will also learn about E-Commerce website development and integration with social media analytics, as well as digital marketing tools.

The programme is designed specifically for graduates from any background interested in a career in the Web 3.0, Social Media, or Metaverse domains, as well as professionals in the software and IT industries interested in gaining Web 3.0 or Metaverse expertise to apply in their respective fields.

Arpan Kumar Kar, Chair Professor & Professor, Department of Management Studies & School of Artificial Intelligence, IIT Delhi, said “In today’s competitive market, knowledge of Web 3.0 is essential to comprehend the future of the internet. It creates career prospects in blockchain and decentralised systems while empowering individuals with data privacy and driving innovation. Social media platforms play a crucial role in communication, connecting people and businesses. Understanding their functioning enhances personal and professional leverage.

Technologies like VR and AR are poised to revolutionise the digital landscape, offering immersive experiences in the Metaverse. By exploring these technologies, individuals gain insights into the potential for transformative interactions and experiences.”

The learners will get 100 hours of curriculum activities while being mentored by IIT Delhi faculty. The live sessions will be delivered Direct-to-Device (D2D) over the course of six months, including a campus immersion component.

The Web 3.0 module includes topics like Web Analytics and Machine Learning for E-commerce Sales and Revenue Management, Social Media includes Digital Influencer Management and Overview of Artificial Intelligence for Web 3.0, and Metaverse includes Cases on Metaverse Applications in Different Industries and Understanding the Technical Architecture of VR Ecosystems.