OPIT – Open Institute of Technology
FounderRiccardo Ocleppo
AccreditationMalta Further and Higher Education Authority
RectorProf. Francesco Profumo
Location
Malta
Websitewww.opit.com

OPIT – Open Institute of Technology is an online higher education institution, accredited within the European Union by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA).[1][2] Its current Rector is Prof. Francesco Profumo, a former Minister of Education of Italy and former Rector of Politecnico di Torino.[1][3]

History

OPIT was founded in 2022 by Riccardo Ocleppo.[4][5][6]

Degrees

OPIT offers two active degree programs, available online and in English:

  • BSc in Modern Computer Science[7][8]
  • MSc in Applied Data Science and AI[7][8]
  • BSc in Digital Business
  • MSc in Applied Digital Business
  • MSc in Responsible Artificial Intelligence
  • MSc in Enterprise Cybersecurity

Faculty

OPIT professors are from multiple countries, including Brazil, Canada, Germany, Italy, Lebanon, Poland, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, and the United States.[7][8]

Pedagogical model

OPIT pedagogical model, derived from the didactic method, is focused on quality, flexibility, career alignment and inclusivity. It uses a combination of synchronous and asynchronous digital resources for round-the-clock learning.[1] The model also facilitates a sense of community through app-integrated features, a divergent approach from conventional university systems, while providing relevant industry skills.[7]

Accreditation

OPIT is registered in Malta and is accredited within the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) due to its accreditation with the MFHEA.[7][1][9]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Santarpia, Valentina (March 22, 2023). "Lauree in computer science e intelligenza artificiale, a guidare Opit sarà l'ex ministro Profumo". Corriere della Sera.
  2. ↑ Symonds, Matt. "The Future Of Learning – Online Innovation For A Career In Tech". Forbes.
  3. ↑ "Francesco Profumo racconta Opit, nuova istituzione accademica all'insegna di computer science e AI – Le voci del Sole 24 Ore". Il Sole 24 Ore.
  4. ↑ "La sfida europea di Opit. Nuova laurea triennale in Computer Science". la Repubblica. March 22, 2023.
  5. ↑ "La collaborazione pubblico-privato? Un antidoto al divario di competenze e investimenti". la Repubblica. July 4, 2023.
  6. ↑ "Viitorul învățării – Inovație online pentru o carieră în tehnologie". Radio Reșița. May 16, 2023.
  7. 1 2 3 4 5 "Nasce Opit, nuova istituzione accademica nel campo della Computer Science". Il Sole 24 Ore. March 27, 2023.
  8. 1 2 3 "How to spot an innovative, future-proof STEM degree". Quacquarelli Symonds.
  9. ↑ "Accreditations – OPIT – Open Institute of Technology".

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