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Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals

Knowledge to defend. Skills to lead.

Next Enrolment

January 26th, March 2nd, July 2nd, September 14th

Delivery Format

Blended (Online)

Tuition

$3,035 (Domestic)

Program Length

See below

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Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals

Dates

Winter 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(Online)

Type & Length

Part-time

5 months

Tuition

$3,035 (Domestic)

Dates

Fall 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(Online)

Type & Length

Part-time

5 months

Tuition

$3,035 (Domestic)

Certificate in Cyber Security Intensive

Dates

Winter 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended Intensive
(Online + Live Online Classes)

Type & Length

Part-time

11 weeks

Tuition

$6,320 (Domestic)

Dates

Summer 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended Intensive
(Online + Live Online Classes)

Type & Length

Part-time

11 weeks

Tuition

$6,320 (Domestic)

Bundles Available

Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals and Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security

Dates

Winter 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(Online)

Type & Length

Part-time

10 months

Tuition

$6,635 (Domestic)

Dates

Fall 2026

-

Delivery Format

Blended
(Online)

Type & Length

Part-time

10 months

Tuition

$6,635 (Domestic)

Gain the skills to protect organizations from digital threats and build a future-proof career in the fast-growing field of cyber security.

The part-time Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals will equip you with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of cyber security. Designed in collaboration with industry experts, this five-month blended program offers practical, hands-on learning in:

  • Cyber security principles, frameworks and best practices
  • Risk assessment, threat detection and mitigation strategies
  • Network security, cryptography and secure system design
  • Security tools, compliance standards and governance
  • Incident response, recovery planning and forensic investigation
  • Real-world case studies and interactive simulations

Grow Your Network. Launch Your Cyber Security Career.

The Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals is your gateway into a high-demand field, developed to reflect the latest industry standards and employer needs. You’ll benefit from:

  • Immersive hands-on learning with industry-standard tools and simulations
  • Practical assignments that can demonstrate your capabilities
  • Courses that align with the 8 domains of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) body of knowledge — complete both programs to better prepare you for the CISSP examination and pursue your designation
  • Peer learning in a cohort-based model to expand your network

How Our Cybersecurity Program Prepares You for the CISSP & Real-World Success

Program Manager Marina Debona shares what inspired the design of our hands-on Part-time Cybersecurity Certificate—and how it helps you build job-ready skills and prepare for credentials like the CISSP. Whether you’re upskilling or changing careers, this program sets you up for success.

Job-Ready Skills. Real-World Application.

This certificate provides a practical foundation in cyber security and data protection. Build the technical and strategic skills employers need to safeguard organizations in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Cyber Security Foundations
Explore the core principles of information security and gain insight into the eight CISSP domains.

Risk Management & Governance
Learn to identify, assess and mitigate security risks while ensuring legal, ethical and regulatory compliance.

Network & Policy Design
Understand how to design secure networks and implement effective security policies and controls.

Data & Asset Protection
Develop strategies to secure data, manage access and protect digital identities across systems.

What our community is saying

The Cybersecurity Fundamentals program at York University School of Continuing Studies provided me with a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles. The case studies and expert instructors made complex topics accessible and engaging. The virtual format is flexible, so students can join from anywhere. This program not only enhanced my technical skills but also boosted my confidence in pursuing a career in cybersecurity. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enter the field.

—Vinimia Villachua, Graduate