Cisco Networking Academy

Take your learning further and strengthen your career readiness with free, self‑paced online courses from the Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad), available to UC students through our partnership with Cisco.

Whether you’re studying Networking, Software, Cybersecurity, Data Science or AI, these short courses complement your study, deepen your technical capability, and help you stand out.

Why NetAcad is worth exploring alongside your studies:

Free for all UC students
Flexible and self‑paced
Earn globally recognised Cisco digital badges to boost your CV and LinkedIn
Gain industry‑ready technical skills that complement your degree

Explore the course catalogue below and enhance your professional edge while you study:

For any queries, please contact innovationcentral@canberra.edu.au

AI & Data Science

Introduction to Data Science

Explore how data science, analytics and engineering combine to shape insights and jobs across industries.

Introduction to Modern AI

Learn about cloud computing and how to develop a cloud security program

Data Analytics Essentials

Learn how to transform, organise and visualise data using Excel, SQL and Tableau to create actionable insights.

AI Fundamentals with IBM Skills Build

Explore foundational AI concepts including machine learning, NLP, computer vision and build real-world projects using IBM Watson Studio.

Apply AI: Analyze Customer Reviews

Use AI to transform customer reviews into actionable insights using sentiment analysis and thematic tools.

Apply AI: Update Your Resume

Use AI to enhance your resume, customise it for jobs, and protect your privacy while staying true to your real experiences.

Data Science Essentials with Python

Learn Python for data analysis with Pandas and Matplotlib, and apply your skills through hands-on, project-based learning.

Cybersecurity

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Learn about the field, its importance and best practices for internet and social media use

Cyber Threat Management

Learn to develop policies and ensure your organization complies with ethics standards and legal and regulatory frameworks.

Cybersecurity Essentials

Build foundational cybersecurity skills by learning how to defend networks, protect data, and manage cyber threats.

Information Technology

Linux Essentials

Build foundational Linux skills through hands on command line practice and open source system essentials.

Operating Systems Basics

Understand how operating systems like Windows, Linux and mobile platforms manage hardware, security and connectivity.

Computer Hardware Basics

Start learning the basics of computer hardware and discover the components of PCs, laptops and mobile devices.

Hardware & Upgrade Support

Your hands-on guide to PC hardware. Learn to diagnose, repair, and upgrade components to launch your IT career.

Networking

Networking Basics

Learn more about the foundation of networking and network devices, media, and protocols.

Network Defense

Master network security essentials, from firewalls and cryptography to cloud defence and alert monitoring

Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer

Learn about its features, functionalities, how to add, connect, configure and troubleshoot networks

Professional Skills

Engaging Stakeholders for Success

Learn to identify, prioritise and engage stakeholders effectively to drive project success in any industry.

Discovering Entrepreneurship

Build entrepreneurial skills and develop a solution-oriented approach to problem solving through real-world examples and interactive branching activities.