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Certificate course

EU Digital Citizen Essentials

≈ 40 minutes total8 credits to earn the certificate
Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:

  • ▸Identify phishing attempts and fraudulent online shops.
  • ▸Apply EU data protection rights in daily digital interactions.
  • ▸Evaluate privacy policies to make informed consent decisions.
  • ▸Minimise your digital footprint and control online personal data.
  • ▸Secure personal information using safe passwords and public Wi-Fi practices.
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Compulsory modules · all 5 required
GDPR for everyday life
Five rights every EU resident has, and how to use them.
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Recognising phishing
How to spot a fake 'urgent' message before clicking.
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Reading a URL: is this site real?
Decoding web addresses to spot fakes, in 90 seconds.
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eIDAS and the EU Digital Identity Wallet
What the new EU digital ID will mean for everyday Europeans.
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Cookies and Trackers: What to Accept
Learn what cookies and trackers really do, what your rights are under EU law, and how to make smarter choices online.
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Elective modules · choose 3 of 7
Strong passwords without a manager
How to make memorable passwords that resist guessing, without software.
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Using a Password Manager Safely
Learn how password managers work, why they matter, and how to use one securely in your daily digital life.
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Using public Wi-Fi safely
A simple rule that protects you on café, library and station networks.
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Spot Fake Online Shops Before You Pay
Learn the key warning signs of fraudulent online shops so you can shop safely and protect your money.
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Reading a Privacy Policy in 60 Seconds
Learn a fast, practical method to spot what matters in any privacy policy before you click 'Accept'.
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Clean Up Your Digital Footprint
Learn what your digital footprint is, why it matters, and practical steps to reduce and control it.
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How to Make a Subject Access Request
Learn what a Subject Access Request is, why it matters, and how to make one under EU data protection law.
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