The introductory course for those who want to explore the growing industry of cybersecurity

With billions of devices now online, new threats pop-up every second, and the demand for cyber defenders will continue to explode.

Today’s interconnected world makes everyone more susceptible to cyber-attacks. Whether you’re attracted to the relativity new world of cybersecurity as a professional, or just interested in protecting yourself online and in social media, this introductory course is the answer. You’ll walk away with an understanding of the most common threats, attacks and vulnerability and insight about how businesses can...

Start your IoT journey here. No experience required.

Imagine 26 billion people, systems, and physical objects connecting and sharing data seamlessly over the internet by the year 2020. This isn't a what-if scenario, it's real-life and it’s coming together all around us right now.

You desire to make a difference in this world with your career? Those who invest in learning IoT skills can help transform any business in any industry, from manufacturing to saving endangered species. The combination of increased global Internet access and a growing number of connected devices is creating endless...

The launching pad course for your great ideaIt takes more than a single great idea to become a successful entrepreneur. The winding road between idea and execution requires business acumen, financial skills, and most importantly the right mind-set. This knowledge can not only set you apart, but set up your technology venture for greater success. So, why not benefit from a course that’s made for you, jump-starting your ideas, and arming you with the right skills to take the next step with more self-confidence.

Learn Python, the language for IoTHow great would it be to write your own computer program? Or, design a web or desktop application that millions of people could enjoy? Both are a possibility if you learn how to code in Python. Python is the very versatile, object-oriented programming language used by startups and tech giants, Google, Facebook, Dropbox and IBM. Python is also recommended for aspiring young developers who are interested in pursuing careers in Security, Networking and Internet-of-Things. Once you complete this course, you are ready to take the PCAP – Certified Associate in Python programming.

Nearly every IT job requires some Linux knowledge.

Become in-demand across a variety of IT professions by expanding upon your Linux skills. Even with dramatic advances in technology, Linux remains the back-end operating system used by global titans such as Facebook, Google, Microsoft, NASA, Tesla, Amazon and more. Looking for a future proof technical skill? It's hard to go wrong with Linux.

This course bridges the gap between beginner and intermediate skills by offering students hands-on, step-by-step practical lab activities. Graduates walk away with a firm grasp of the foundational concepts needed to succeed...

Antibiotic resistance is a serious threat, compromising our ability to treat infections and increasing the risk of routine surgery. Resistant infections are increasing due to overuse of antibiotics and this has resulted in the emergence of 'superbugs' (bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics). This free course, Understanding antibiotic resistance, provides the science background underlying antibiotic resistance. It will cover the following questions. What are antibiotics? Why do we need them? How do they work? What is antibiotic resistance? Why is it a problem? What can we do about it?

This free course, Everyday English 1, will develop and improve your essential speaking and listening, reading and writing skills for work, study and everyday life.

This free course, Everyday maths for Construction and Engineering 2, will build on your current maths skills for work, study and everyday life.

This free course, Building confidence in using online learning forums, identifies the value and benefits of posting to online learning forums. The course provides strategies to help you participate more fully in online learning forums and looks at how to make forums into a playful space, which forum writing is more suited to.

How do judges make law? This free course, Judges and the law, will examine how the common law system works, the differences between 'civil code' and 'common law' systems, and the advantages and disadvantages of the common law system. The role of the judiciary in the law-making process is explored by examining the origins of common law, the system of precedent and the rules of statutory interpretation.