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Cryptography Courses

Cryptography courses can help you learn encryption techniques, hashing algorithms, digital signatures, and secure communication protocols. You can build skills in threat modeling, cryptanalysis, and implementing security measures to protect sensitive data. Many courses introduce tools like OpenSSL, GnuPG, and various programming libraries that facilitate secure coding practices and help you apply cryptographic principles in real-world applications.


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Popular Cryptography Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Bayesian Statistics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Encryption, Data Structures, Arithmetic, General Mathematics, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Problem Solving, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Case Study - Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Application Security, Python Programming, Brute-force attacks, Algorithms, Data Integrity

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Encryption, Cryptography, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Authentications, Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection, AI Enablement, Wireless Networks

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Security – Encryption Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Encryption, Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon S3, Data Security, Cryptography, Personally Identifiable Information

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Hardware Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Exploit development, Cryptography, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Technical Design, Emerging Technologies, System Design and Implementation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    693 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Decryption with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Python Programming, Data Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Network Protocols, Encryption, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Virtual Environment, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Data Validation, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Integrity, Encryption, Authentications, Information Assurance, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 7

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Encryption Standard, Cloud Computing, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Data Security, Public Key Infrastructure

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more

    Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Cryptography, Simulations, Physics, Computing Platforms, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    130 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Application Management, Cyber Attacks, Emerging Technologies, Financial Trading, Digital Assets, Cyber Security Assessment, FinTech, Transaction Processing, Data Integrity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Ball State University

    Cybersecurity and Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity

    Build toward a degree

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cryptography courses

  • Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Python Case Study - Cryptography: EDUCBA
  • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts : Google
  • AWS Security – Encryption Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
  • Hardware Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Decryption with Python: Coursera
  • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection: University of Colorado System
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 7: Pearson
  • Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more: École Polytechnique

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