Where in the World Are the Best Universities for Blockchain in 2022?

Released this week, the Best Universities for Blockchain 2022 by CoinDesk serves as a global resource for those looking to study this important technology. Four primary categories were investigated to determine the best universities for blockchain across the globe: (1) an institution’s strength in research and academic contributions to advancing the field; (2) the existing blockchain offerings on campus, whether in the form of classes, educational centers, clubs, etc.; (3) employment and industry outcomes; and (4) overall academic reputation. Every university received an individual score in each category. These scores were then normalized and added together to determine the overall score for the university and it's rank.

The final rankings show a clear concentration of the best universities for blockchain in four regions: Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia and the Pacific Islands. Universities in Asia and the Pacific Islands had the highest overall score of 63.7. However, each region had a clear category in which it stood out.

The Best Universities for Blockchain in Asia and the Pacific Islands

Universities in Asia and the Pacific Islands had the highest average overall score, as well as the highest average research output score for regions with more than one school on the list. Asia and the Pacific Islands cemented it's place as the top region for blockchain education with the sheer volume of research it is producing in the blockchain space. 60% of the top 10 research producers are located in Asia and the Pacific Islands.

The Best Universities for Blockchain in North America

Universities in North America had the second highest average overall score of 57. However, North American schools scored the highest in campus blockchain offerings. While North American schools may be lagging behind their Asian and Pacific Island counterparts in blockchain research production, they tended to offer a greater variety of blockchain classes, have more research centers on campus and more student clubs dedicated to blockchain technology. Graduates from North American universities also tended to have improved employment outcomes compared to other regions.

The Best Universities for Blockchain in Europe

Although Europe did not come out on top in any category by region that was investigated, European schools scored second highest in reputation and employment outcomes. Survey respondents viewed European universities as more prestigious than their Asian, Pacific Island or Middle Eastern counterparts.

The Best Universities for Blockchain in the Middle East

This year only one university in the Middle East made the Top Universities for Blockchain in 2022. King Saud University stood out from others in the Middle East in research output. The university has been investigating how blockchain technology can improve supply chains and energy grids.