UNI launches over 80 free virtual courses in AI, programming, and cybersecurity
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The National University of Engineering (UNI) in Peru is offering over 80 free online courses in artificial intelligence, programming, and cybersecurity.
- Enrollment for the program, called the Technological Initiation Program (PIT), is open from July 21 to August 2, 2026.
- The courses are aimed at students, graduates, and public sector workers and will begin on August 3, with live virtual sessions and recorded content available.
The National University of Engineering (UNI) in Peru is launching its tenth Technological Initiation Program (PIT), providing more than 80 free online courses. This initiative aims to equip students, graduates, and public sector employees with essential digital skills in high-demand fields.
Enrollment for the PIT program opens on July 21 and closes on August 2, 2026. The curriculum is designed to meet current labor market needs, with classes commencing on August 3. All sessions will be conducted virtually and live, with recordings made available for participants to review at their convenience.
Key areas covered include data analysis and science, cybersecurity, programming, software development, cloud computing, machine learning, business automation, project management, CAD, BIM, ISO standards, UX/UI design, and digital communication. The program is open to students and graduates from universities and institutes nationwide, as well as public sector workers with institutional email addresses.
Participants can opt for an official UNI-certified certificate for a fee of S/50 per course. For inquiries, UNI has provided WhatsApp numbers 971 683 282 and 920 583 566, in addition to the program's official portal.
Originally published by La Repรบblica in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.