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Computer Science for Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

Beginner 150 hours English Professional CertificateFREE

About this course

Computer Science for Cybersecurity blends two of Harvard's most popular CS50 courses — CS50's Introduction to Computer Science and CS50's Introduction to Cybersecurity — into a single professional certificate. You complete any two courses from the series, getting both general CS fundamentals and a specific cybersecurity lens on them.

It's taught in David Malan's signature CS50 style: rigorous but approachable, with hands-on problem sets rather than passive video-watching. The honest take: this is for people who want the depth of full CS50 with a security specialization layered on, not a quick cert. Expect a real time investment, not a weekend skim.

What you'll learn

Build core computer science fundamentals (CS50)
Understand network security and common attack vectors
Apply secure coding and system-hardening practices
Analyze real cybersecurity case studies
Complete hands-on CS50-style problem sets
Earn a verified Harvard professional certificate

This course includes

150h
On-demand video
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Certificate
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Instructor

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David J. Malan
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David J. Malan teaches Harvard's CS50, one of the most-watched introductory computer science courses in the world.

Requirements

  • No prior programming experience required for CS50

Who this course is for

  • Career changers wanting real CS depth
  • IT professionals moving into security
  • Anyone willing to commit 5-6 months

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Frequently asked questions

Typically 5-6 months self-paced, completing two CS50 courses.
You can audit the underlying CS50 courses free; the verified professional certificate runs $376-$519.
No — CS50 starts from the basics, though it moves at a serious pace.
No — this certificate requires completing two CS50 courses, combining general CS with the cybersecurity course.
Harvard's CS50 brand carries real weight, especially for career changers without a CS degree.
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