Unique and Interesting Courses You Won’t Find In India

It’s time to move into a deep level of learning through the most advanced and latest unique courses available. Most students have grown up hearing about conventional courses like Business Administration, Medicine, and Sciences.

Students can explore unconventional courses and follow their passion without fear.

Here are some unusual and interesting university courses that you won’t find in India.

1. Esports

Esports is a competitive video gaming business and a young industry with a huge market potential. The Esports major/concentration is designed to develop students for a future career in the rapidly expanding Esports industry.

Many universities, particularly in the U.S, U.K offer degrees in Esports. Staffordshire University, University of Northampton,  University of Chichester, and The Ohio State University are some of the universities offering specialized courses.

2. Fintech

One of the fast-growing fields in the market is Fintech. Millions of enthusiasts are looking to learn this technology. Cryptocurrency, and payment business markets are now worth billions of dollars.

Universities across the world are working towards creating specialized programs for financial technology, University of Stirling- Scotland, the University of Salford, University of Birmingham- England offer Master’s programs in Fintech.

Not only these universities but various universities across the U.S are also preparing and launching bachelor’s and Masters’s Programs in this field.

3. Museology / Museum Studies

If you realize the astonishment of arts and history then a Master in Museology may be the degree for you. The study of museums and the history of their establishment and development are generally known as museology.

This study is concerned with the protection and preservation of artifacts from the past and present times for future generations.

One of the many skills that students develop in Master in Museology programs is to create interest, awareness, and curiosity in the visitors by arrangement so that the objects have the greatest emotional impact on the visitors.

4. Ecotechnology

Are you someone who is looking to make effective use of the resources provided by our climate? If you are fascinated by the use of technology to save the environment, one of the emerging fields is eco-technology.

Ecotechnology blends an understanding of natural sciences, social sciences, and engineering to minimize and eliminate environmental problems.

The University of British Columbia, University of Bristol, University of Pennsylvania, and more, provide programs focused on developing facilities and technologies that complement the sustainable development of our ecosystem.

5. Ethical Hacking

Ethical hackers are cyber security professionals who investigate and work on the networks and structures of various organizations to identify and fix security vulnerabilities.

Ethical hacking involves an authorized attempt to gain unauthorized access to a computer. Duplicating malicious attackers’ strategies and actions is part of carrying out an ethical hack. This practice aids in the detection of security flaws, which can then be addressed before a malicious attacker can exploit them.

The majority of the professionals are hired by Government organizations as a part of their security department to safeguard data. The Dakota State University, Abertay University, West Herts College, and many more provide ethical hacking programs focused on developing cybersecurity professionals.

6. Smart City Engineer

In recent years, a new Smart City concept has emerged to address modern cities and make urban development more sustainable and liveable.

Most cities around the world are going through this transformation, as a part of the ongoing digital transition that helps to innovate urban infrastructure and provide efficient services to citizens.

4 European universities namely (Grenoble Institute of Technology, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, KU Leuven, and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya) have collaborated to offer a two-year master’s degree that will provide you with all of the technical and engineering knowledge, as well as the business acumen and management know-how.

Various other universities offer specialized diplomas, certifications, and post-graduation programs for Smart City Engineers.

7. Paleontology

If you are someone fascinated by history, want to know the history of evolution, and then you must get into paleontology. Paleontologists are scientists who work to better understand the past by studying fossils and other clues that provide information about the earth’s history and life on it.

Most paleontologists have a master’s degree or higher. Many paleontologists also pursue a doctorate in paleontology, particularly if they intend to teach at a university or obtain leadership positions.

Around the world in countries like the US, UK, and Canada, paleontology is a widely popular course with many enrolments. The top universities that offer paleontology courses include the University of Edinburgh, the University of Toronto, and Flinders University.

8. Comic Artist

A comic artist is a creative job that provides an excellent platform for those with drawing skills and a sense of humor to express themselves through cartoons or sketches. We live in a creative world, and every superhero that we enjoy in movies is created by an artist, and this industry is booming in the digital age.

Universities across the U.S, U.K and various other countries offer bachelor’s programs, and part-time courses specializing in comic arts majors.

9. Entertainment Engineering

We all have been to theme parks all our lives and taken a ride on roller coasters, right? Those magnificent rides were designed and built by entertainment engineers. Behind the scenes, entertainment engineers create and maintain these frameworks.

A bachelor’s degree is the minimal level of education required to pursue a job in this field. A master’s degree in this area is also an option for graduates who wish to study more. Universities across the U.S such as the University of Nevada, the University of Utah, and the University of Derby- U.K offer specialized courses. This field of work requires both creative and technical talents.

10. Game Designing

Game Design is a specialized course in the design field. It is taught as part of the animation course stream in some institutions but not as a major. Interested candidates can also pursue a UG and PG degree in game design. India is rapidly becoming a highly popular gaming destination, due to the increase in internet penetration.

The University of Southern California, University of Utah, New York University, Carnegie Mellon University, Michigan State University, University of Central Florida, and Georgia Institute of Technology are some of the universities offering specialized courses.

Conclusion

If you are a person who is looking to explore some interesting career paths and aspire to take up an international education, make sure to check out this article. Get in touch with our team. We at 3rdiconsulting can help you decide, plan and make your education abroad a success.

For expert advice, get in touch with Kavitta Mehtta at 3RDiConsulting.