Is SmarterUni a replacement for university?
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It can be — and many of our students treat it that way — but it doesn't have to be. Plenty of learners run a track alongside their degree, during a gap year, or after graduation to specialise. The credential stacks either way.
Who builds the tracks?
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Brands. Real ones — the companies that hire for the role being taught. Every track has a named brand author and a working mentor. No anonymous course-mills.
Is the credential recognised?
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By the brands that authored the tracks, yes — automatically. They are the recognition. Beyond that, every Serial is publicly verifiable: an employer can confirm authenticity in one click on smarteruni.com.
How old do you have to be?
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Most tracks are open to learners 16+. A few intro tracks are open to 14+. Minors get parental-consent flows and additional safety controls.
How big is a cohort?
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Typically ~20 learners. Big enough to have a real room. Small enough that the mentor knows your name and your work.
How long does a track take?
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Six to ten weeks of part-time work (5–10 hours / week). A few intensive tracks compress to four weeks full-time.
Do you collect or sell student data?
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We never sell data. Brands see exactly what you publish on your public profile — and nothing more. Internal cohort messaging is private and retained only for safety review.
What if I can't afford a track?
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Many tracks are fully sponsored by the brand. We also keep a small needs-based scholarship fund — write to hello@smarteruni.com.
Where are you based?
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Berlin and San Francisco. The product is global, English-first, with localised cohorts launching in 2026.
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