Beginner
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Sample Hands-on Project
Navigate a cyber attack to safeguard a hospital from a massive data breach, prevent sensitive data from being stolen and help improve security to prevent other breaches.
Now is the time to advance
your career in cybersecurity.
School of Cybersecurity
4 millionadditional trained staff is needed to close the skills gap.
$135kis the average annual salary for cybersecurity professionals.
Every 39 secondsa hacker launches an attack trying to steal valuable data.
Unleash your potential and create a meaningful impact.
Intro Video
Who becomes a threat hunter? People like you.
Experience a day in the life of a cyber threat hunter. Discover how our unique, hands-on approach can prepare almost anyone to tackle real-world cyber scenarios — regardless of current know-how or expertise.
Jerry Smith
Course Instructor
Jerry Smith is a lead threat hunter for the Security Operation Center at the University of Alabama Birmingham but he started as a history major. Today, he’ll be your instructor and show you how to grow your career too.
Find the Nanodegree program that’s right for you.
There are a lot of different cyber programs and certificates, but most focus on theory over practical skill sets. Our programs range from beginner to expert levels and deliver the hands-on skills for real-world expertise.
IntermediateSecurity Analyst
Sample Hands-on Project
An attack on a global juice shop is taking down their website in an attempt to steal valuable data. Help identify the threat actor, conduct a risk analysis and build a mitigation plan.
IntermediateSecurity Engineer
Sample Hands-on Project
Help a small island nation secure their nuclear reactor plant by tracking the threat down the attack chain. Then assess the system’s resilience to minimize future risk.
IntermediateEnterprise Security
IntermediateSecurity Architect
ExpertEthical Hacker
Sample Hands-on Project
Implement and utilize modern penetration testing methodologies on a national bank’s virtual operations. Then maintain testing documentation and generate a report to show business applications of testing.
BeginnerData Privacy
IntermediateZero Trust Security
BeginnerCybersecurity for Business Leaders
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to learn new skills.
Real-World Projects
Learn by doing.
Hands-on projects mimic scenarios that you might encounter on the job — ensuring you'll be ready for real workplace challenges upon graduation.
24/7 Technical Mentor Support
Remove learning blocks.
On-demand help is available when you need it so you can learn better, faster. Plus, get personalized feedback on all your projects.
Flexible Learning Program
Choose your schedule.
Udacity courses are self-paced so you can gain new skills learning part-time for about 10 hours per week in as little as 12 weeks.
Top-Tier Industry Partners
Learn from the best.
Our courses are co-created with top companies, so you can learn the high-impact skills that are in demand right now.
