Application Security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) integration, and penetration testing techniques. Many courses introduce tools like OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and static analysis tools, showing how these resources are used to identify and mitigate security risks in applications.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Decision Making, Data Manipulation, Systems Thinking, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Dealing With Ambiguity, Cost Benefit Analysis, Problem Solving, Decision Support Systems, Resource Allocation, Planning, Return On Investment, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Analysis, Record Keeping
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AI Security, Threat Modeling, Generative AI, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Prompt Engineering, Exploitation techniques, Anomaly Detection, Large Language Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Incident Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, Microsoft Azure, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, LLM Application, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, LinkedIn, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Professional Networking, Accountability, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Visionary, Interviewing Skills, Accountability Frameworks, Web Presence, Proofreading, Professional Development, Job Analysis, Storytelling, Editing, Professionalism
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Cryptography, Threat Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Cloud Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research, Positivity, Psychological Evaluations, Science and Research, Research Design, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Experimentation, Mental Health, Needs Assessment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Service Improvement, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Organizational Development, Performance Metric, Continuous Deployment, Organizational Leadership, Process Mapping, Culture Transformation, Problem Management, Systems Thinking, Application Deployment, Workflow Management, Organizational Structure, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Active Listening, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Self-Discipline, Personal Development, Journals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Microarchitecture, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Design Software, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Simulations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Android Studio, Android (Operating System), Application Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, UI Components, Java, Development Environment, Authorization (Computing), Application Lifecycle Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months