• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Cryptography

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.


Popular Cryptography Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Cryptography, Penetration Testing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Web Applications, Internet Of Things, Cloud Computing, Network Architecture

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Public Key Infrastructure, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Mobile Security, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Key Management, Operating Systems, Encryption, Hardening

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Michigan

    Securing Digital Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Human Factors (Security), Computer Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Vulnerability, Threat Modeling, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Policies, Safety and Security, Human Factors, Cryptography, Usability, Software Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Software Design Threats and Mitigations

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Design, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Threat Management, Software Visualization, Exploitation techniques, Cryptography, Blockchain, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Algorithms, Computer Hardware, IBM Cloud, Cryptography, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Simulations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Infosec

    JavaScript Security Refreshers

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Web Applications, Javascript, Identity and Access Management, Node.JS, Security Awareness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Blockchains, Tokens, and The Decentralized Future

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, FinTech, Organizational Structure, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Payment Systems, Transaction Processing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Regulatory Compliance, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Security, Financial Regulation, Case Studies

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, DevSecOps, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, Patch Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Incident Management, Responsible AI, DevOps

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Pub/Sub: Qwik Start - Console

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cryptography

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Leeds

    Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Production Planning, Graph Theory, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Production Schedule, Decision Making, Mathematical Modeling, Network Planning And Design, Mathematical Software, Model Optimization, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Cryptography

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    User Authentication: Identity-Aware Proxy

    Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Authentications, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Cryptography, Python Programming

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Decentralized Application (DApp) Development

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Front-End Web Development, Application Development, Web Development, Transaction Processing, Development Testing, Frontend Integration, Cryptography, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Software Design, HTML and CSS, Software Architecture, Test Script Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Experience Design, Javascript, Application Deployment, Payment Systems, Data Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…181920…26

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

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Pearson
  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Securing Digital Democracy: University of Michigan
  • Software Design Threats and Mitigations: University of Colorado System
  • Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms: Packt
  • JavaScript Security Refreshers: Infosec
  • Blockchains, Tokens, and The Decentralized Future: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Google Cloud Pub/Sub: Qwik Start - Console: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making: University of Leeds

Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

Cybersecurity (33)
Google (25)
Google Cloud Platform (17)
Internet (17)
Cryptography (16)
Network Security (16)
Linux (12)
Software Testing (12)
Information Security (10)
Application Programming Interfaces (8)
Kubernetes (8)
Web (8)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Cookies Preference Center
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok