Delve into the inner workings of cryptographic tools and techniques with the University of Leeds.
University of Leeds
As one of the UK’s largest research-based universities, the University of Leeds is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and a centre of excellence for teaching.
Grasp the fundamentals of cryptography for advanced data security
- Millions of people fall victim to data breaches every year, resulting in the loss of sensitive information and financial harm. As technology-centred economies continue to grow, sophisticated cyber-attacks remain a threat.
- How can we protect ourselves and our data in this increasingly digital world?
- On this two-week course from the University of Leeds, get the answers to this question with a deep dive into cryptography, from historical ciphers to modern-day cryptographic techniques.
- You’ll explore the basics of encryption, decryption, and standard cryptographic protocols, as well as modern methods, such as public key cryptography systems.
Promote data protection with cryptography’s encryption and decryption tools
- You’ll start by grasping the basics of cryptography by exploring its purpose, fundamental principles, and origins.
- Through expert insights and hands-on exercises, you’ll learn about the importance of encryption in securing data, the techniques for secure decryption, and the historical significance of classical ciphers.
Explore modern cryptographic algorithms
Examine RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman), one of the most widely used public key cryptosystems, and understand its role in establishing secure connections and facilitating secure data exchange over the web.
Then learn how hash functions ensure data integrity and the significance of digital signatures in verifying the authenticity and integrity of messages or documents.
Explore end-to-end encryption (E2EE) with the University of Leeds
Discover end-to-end encryption (E2EE) concepts, a critical method for securing data transmission and providing an additional layer of security against unauthorised access.
Syllabus
- Week 1What is Cryptography?Show weekly breakdown
- Week 2Modern CryptographyShow weekly breakdown
Who is the course for?
Developed by the University of Leeds’ School of Computing and as part of the Institute of Coding’s ClickStart programme, this introductory course is designed to help learners understand and apply cryptographic principles in real-world scenarios.
This course is accessible to everyone and doesn’t require any additional knowledge to complete, making it an excellent starting point for anyone interested in cybersecurity and data protection.
