VU Learn-A-Thon 2026: 9 Free AI and Cybersecurity Courses With Cisco Certificates

Students and professionals across Pakistan can now enrol in nine free online courses in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity offered by the Virtual University of Pakistan in collaboration with Cisco Networking Academy. Announced on 3 November 2026, the eight-week Learn-A-Thon 2026 runs through the university’s Professional Development Center, is fully self-paced, and offers Cisco digital badges and certificates to participants who complete the course requirements.

The 9 Free Courses on Offer

The Learn-A-Thon covers three skill areas. All nine courses are free to enrol in, and learners study at their own pace.

• Cybersecurity courses: Introduction to Cybersecurity; Digital Safety & Security Awareness.
• AI and prompt engineering courses: Introduction to Modern AI; Prompt Like an Engineer; Build Your Resume with AI.
• Generative AI courses: Find Insights with AI; AI Power User Launchpad; Core Generative AI Skills; Optimizing Generative AI.

Who Can Join

The initiative is open to a wide audience, and the announcement sets no academic barrier to entry.

• Students: Students interested in AI, cybersecurity and digital skills can enrol.
• Professionals: Working professionals seeking to strengthen technical knowledge are also welcome.
• No minimum requirement stated: The announcement does not specify a minimum age, academic degree or prior professional experience for enrollment.
• Self-paced study: Learners follow the courses according to their own schedules.

Certificates and Digital Badges

Completion brings recognised proof of learning, which can support study and job applications.

• Cisco digital badges: Participants can earn Cisco digital badges after meeting the relevant course requirements.
• Certificates: Certificates are also available on meeting the course completion requirements.
• Career value: The badges and certificates help learners demonstrate knowledge of cybersecurity, AI and related technologies.
• Free access: Enrollment itself costs nothing — participants access the courses without paying an enrollment fee.

How to Register for the Free Courses

Registration is online and needs only an email address to begin.

1. Visit the official page: Open webinar.vu.edu.pk, the Virtual University’s official Learn-A-Thon event page.
2. Follow the instructions: Read the registration instructions available on the page.
3. Provide your email: Register with a valid and active email address.
4. Access the courses: After registration, access the relevant Cisco Networking Academy courses and begin training.

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Conclusion

The Virtual University’s Learn-A-Thon 2026 is a rare genuinely free opportunity: nine in-demand AI and cybersecurity courses, no fee, no stated degree requirement, and Cisco badges and certificates for those who finish. If you want job-ready digital skills, register through the official event page and start learning at your own pace.

FAQs

Are the Virtual University Learn-A-Thon courses really free?

Yes. The university states that enrollment in the nine courses is 100% free.

Do I need a degree to enrol?

No minimum age, academic degree or prior professional experience requirement is specified in the announcement.

Will I get a certificate?

Participants can earn Cisco digital badges and certificates after meeting the relevant course completion requirements.

Where do I register?

Register through the Virtual University’s official Learn-A-Thon page at webinar.vu.edu.pk using a valid, active email address.