Who is Oak Academy?

Oak Academy is a London-based online technology education company. We publish practical, structured video courses in cybersecurity, IT certification, artificial intelligence, data science, software development, and mobile technologies. More than 470,000+ learners have enrolled in Oak Academy courses on Udemy, leaving over 67,000+ reviews across our catalogue. Our courses are produced in English, Portuguese, and several other languages.

What does Oak Academy teach?

Our catalogue is organized around the skills employers actually hire for:

Cybersecurity and ethical hacking — penetration testing, network and web application security, Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, Kali Linux, and hands-on practice environments such as TryHackMe and Hack The Box.

IT certification prep — CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and newer tracks including CompTIA DataAI, mapped directly to current exam objectives.

Artificial intelligence and data science — Python, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, machine learning with Scikit-learn, R programming, and end-to-end data projects.

Software and mobile development — Python, Java, JavaScript, Flutter and Dart, Android, iOS, and full-stack web development.

How are Oak Academy courses designed?

Each course is built on the same three principles. First, clear explanations without unnecessary complexity — concepts are introduced in plain language before any tool is opened. Second, project-based learning — you set up your own lab, run real commands, and build real applications rather than watching someone else do it. Third, transferable skills — we teach the underlying principle alongside the tool, so your knowledge survives the next version, framework, or vendor change.

All lessons are produced in high-quality video and audio. Published courses are kept current as technologies change, and our instructors answer student questions within 48 hours.

Who are Oak Academy courses for?

Oak Academy courses are designed for three groups: complete beginners entering IT with no prior background, working professionals upskilling in their current role, and career changers moving into cybersecurity, data, or software development. Most courses start from fundamentals and require no prior experience — only a computer and the willingness to practice.

Why we focus on learning ability, not shortcuts

Sustainable careers in technology are rarely built on early specialization in a single tool. Research on long-term expertise consistently points to the same drivers: the ability to learn effectively, apply knowledge in real contexts, and adapt as technologies change. That principle shapes how we design every course. We would rather you finish a course able to reason about a problem than able to repeat a sequence of clicks.

What you can expect

Structured learning paths from fundamentals to real-world problem solving

Hands-on labs, downloadable resources, and practical projects

Certification-aligned content for CompTIA and other industry exams

Instructor support and regularly updated course material

Lifetime access to every course you enroll in

At Oak Academy, learning is not about being fast at the beginning. It is about being capable, resilient, and relevant in the long run.

Explore our full course catalogue on Udemy to learn more.