Blockchain-based academic credential verification system

Abstract

In Ghana, academic record-keeping and verification methods have become increasingly burdensome, error-prone, and susceptible to data security, privacy, and fraud prevention issues. Traditional systems often rely on paper-based records or fragmented digital databases, which can lead to inefficiencies, human errors, and difficulties in authenticating and validating academic credentials. These challenges can hinder students' and graduates' efforts to pursue further education or employment opportunities and create administrative burdens for educational institutions and employers. Blockchain technology, an emerging innovation, offers a promising solution to address these challenges. By digitizing and securely storing academic records on a blockchain, the system will facilitate efficient, accurate, and tamper-proof verification of credentials. This will reduce errors and fraud and improve academic qualifications' overall reliability and credibility. Furthermore, the system will enhance data privacy by allowing individuals to control who can access their records and under what conditions. This applied project creates a user-friendly platform that simplifies the verification process for students, graduates, educational institutions, and employers. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, we can revolutionize academic record-keeping and verification in Ghana, ensuring a more secure, efficient, and trustworthy system for all stakeholders involved.