eLearnAfrica
Cyber Futures
Federation University
  • Start Date: 25 Mar, 2024
  • 2 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Gain expert insights into the cyber security industry as you learn what it means to become a cyber security professional.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
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Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

Develop a solid understanding of cyber security concepts


As our world becomes more automated and technological-dependent, cyber security is now critical in order to protect an organisation’s digital assets.


On this two-week course, you’ll develop a solid understanding of cyber security and gain expert insights into working in the cyber security industry.


You’ll start by learning the concepts and terminology associated with cyber security before delving into the threats and attacks that you’re likely to encounter.


Delve into the cyber security industry


You’ll cover the basics of cyber security awareness as you start to explore what it takes to become a cyber security professional.


Unpacking case studies, you’ll take a real-world approach to learning about the cyber security industry, improving your understanding of the sector’s future state in a highly digital world.


Armed with this knowledge, you’ll be able to identify opportunities in the industry.


Gain an understanding of cyber threats and attacks


Next, you’ll explore some of the different cyber threats and attacks you could encounter.


You’ll gain strategies and insights to allow you to identify potential cyber threats, which will become essential skills for the workplace.


With these skills, you’ll develop the cyber security mindset needed to thrive in the industry.


Learn from the experts at Federation University


Throughout the course, you’ll learn from the specialists at Federation University.


With their expertise, you’ll finish with a firm understanding of cyber security principles as well as the industry to help you start or advance your career with confidence.


This course is designed for anyone interested in looking to understand high-level cyber security principles and the potential opportunities within the industry.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

Federation University

This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.

You may be able to download course materials after enrolling in this course. If not, all of the necessary course materials provided by the course instructor will be available on the provider's course page.
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