The DEAR Microcredential Program provides structured learning pathways to equip students, teachers, and professionals with essential knowledge on ethical digital practices. Designed in collaboration with academic experts and institutions, this program ensures participants develop the critical skills to responsibly navigate the evolving digital landscape.

Introductory Level – Register now (Application Deadline: 30 January 2026)

Co-developed by the Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning (CHTL), HKBU and the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia (UB), this self-paced online course consists of four modules:

Course Aims:

• Understand fundamental concepts of digital ethics and ethical behaviors in higher education.
• Explore key principles such as academic integrity, accessibility, digital well-being, security, and privacy.

Advanced Level – Registration ended

The Advanced Level course, Digital Ethics Microcredential, is now closed. Please stay tuned for the updates. Building upon the Introductory Level, the Advanced Level microcredential is being developed in collaboration with DEAR project participating universities. This course will delve deeper into critical societal, environmental, and ethical challenges posed by digital technologies.

Advanced Level Modules:

Course Aims:

• Analyse ethical and societal impacts of digital technologies.
• Identify and address bias and injustice in digital systems.
• Apply ethical frameworks for responsible digital practices.

Why Earn a DEAR Microcredential?

• Gain expert knowledge in digital ethics with recognised learning pathways.
• Earn digital badges for each completed module and a certificate for full completion.
• Boost your career and academic credentials with a microcredential backed by leading institutions.