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University Certificate - Cybersecurity

Los Angeles campus — Los Angeles, California, United States

Study Level: Certificate · 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 12,175
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Cybersecurity is essential for mitigating organizational risk against loss of data, intellectual property, and brand equity, as well as associated legal ramifications. Understanding how cyberattacks happen and how to protect IT infrastructure against them as their best defense. This Cybersecurity Certificate program was designed to give students a deep understanding of the foundational principles, plus hands-on experience with both offensive and defensive tools. The classes in this five-course program are taught by cybersecurity industry experts. This program is perfect for: IT professionals looking to advance into the cybersecurity area Entrepreneurs seeking to mitigate cybersecurity risks by avoiding common pitfalls Tech workers interested in learning about infrastructure, securing networks, and defending against cyberattacks Security managers pursuing a higher-level understanding of cybersecurity What students can learn: Best practices for secure applications; cryptography, common attack vectors, cyberattacks, and exploits How to create security policies, risk assessments, disaster recovery plans, post-attack protocols and procedures Hands-on experience with OSI stack security, hacking methodology and mitigation, penetration testing, and defensive strategies Concepts needed for the CompTIASecurity+ and other certifications

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Credential: 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 12,175
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 15 November 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Los Angeles campus

Los Angeles, California, United States

1145 Gayley Ave.

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying

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About the Institution

For over a century, UCLA Extension has helped prepare people to live better lives through the power of education. As one of the United States of America's oldest, largest and most comprehensive continuing and professional studies providers, UCLA Extension gives students a wide range of options to advance in their career, switch careers, or achieve personal growth. The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). All courses, certificate programs, and course specializations offered by UCLA Extension have been developed and...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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