University of Glasgow
6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar

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University of Glasgow

6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar

Lina Mohjazi
Hanaa Abumarshoud

Instructors: Lina Mohjazi

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand blockchain wireless systems, semantic communications, multimodal networks, and radar-enabled monitoring applications.

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September 2025

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Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

This module explores the integration of blockchain technology with wireless communication systems to enhance security, trust, and reliability in distributed networks. Students examine the fundamental concepts of the Byzantine Generals Problem and Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT) as foundational principles for understanding blockchain consensus mechanisms. The module covers operational challenges in wireless environments, resource requirements for blockchain deployment, and practical applications of blockchain-enabled wireless systems.

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10 videos10 readings2 assignments

This module explores the integration of multiple sensing modalities with wireless communication systems to create environmentally-aware networks for next-generation mmWave/THz communications. Students examine vision-aided wireless network architectures, blockage prediction mechanisms, and proactive network management strategies. The module covers performance evaluation metrics, federated learning approaches for privacy-preserving distributed intelligence, and the practical implementation challenges of multimodal systems.

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5 videos6 readings3 assignments

This module introduces semantic communication as a paradigm shift from traditional bit-oriented to semantics-oriented wireless communication systems. Students explore the fundamental principles, network architectures, and mathematical frameworks underlying semantic communication systems designed to address growing data traffic demands and stringent service requirements. The module covers transceiver design challenges, knowledge graph fusion techniques, and resource management strategies for semantic-aware radio access networks (S-RAN). Students examine practical applications including virtual reality delivery, privacy-preserving communication, and the integration of generative AI for enhanced semantic processing and transmission efficiency

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9 videos11 readings3 assignments

This module introduces radar principles and their applications in 6G wireless systems and assisted living technologies. Students explore fundamental radar concepts, advanced signal processing techniques including ultra-wideband and FMCW systems, and practical applications in healthcare monitoring. The module covers radar system design, Doppler analysis, range compression, and the integration challenges of joint communication and sensing systems for next-generation wireless networks.

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9 videos14 readings4 assignments

This podcast-based module features in-depth discussions with telecom visionaries and researchers exploring the future of wireless communications and 6G network architectures. Students engage with expert perspectives on strategic deployment challenges, policy considerations, and emerging paradigm shifts in telecommunications. The module examines AI-enabled edge computing, ultra-reliable low-latency applications, and the integration of wireless networks in healthcare, robotics, and smart systems, while addressing global standardization efforts and business considerations for next-generation wireless technologies.

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10 videos3 readings3 assignments

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University of Glasgow
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