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HackSchoolAfrica

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing in the Era of AI

Test systems the professional way: scoped, permitted, and clearly reported.

Next intake to be announced, 12-week programme

Programme facts

Who it's for
Learners with networking, operating-system and security fundamentals who want to specialise in offensive security.
Format
Online: recorded lessons, weekly live classes, hands-on labs and a portfolio.
Duration
12-week programme.

What you'll practise

  • Work professionally: scope, permission and rules of engagement
  • Map an attack surface through reconnaissance
  • Enumerate services and understand what's running
  • Research and prioritise vulnerabilities
  • Test web applications in a controlled lab
  • Assess hosts and operating systems
  • Validate weaknesses safely, with minimal impact
  • Use AI to support testing, and check everything it suggests
  • Assess AI-enabled systems as targets
  • Write clear penetration-test reports and retest fixes

All hands-on testing happens in instructor-provided labs or with explicit written permission.

Capstone

Finish with a scoped penetration test of an instructor-provided target, from plan to final report.

Start where you fit.

Already studied networking or cybersecurity? Not sure where to begin?

Book a clarity call and we'll recommend the right starting point for you. Every placement is confirmed after a short review.

Applications close Friday 8 January 2027.

Questions? Read the FAQ