Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming
Explore classes and objects in this introduction to object-oriented programming with Java.
Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming is a beginner-level online course from Codecademy in Object Oriented Programming. It is structured in 2 modules, over 3h. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 774 ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our Object Oriented Programming courses collection, where we compare it against 8 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 3h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (774 reviews) |
| Price | Free |
Level and time commitment
- Intro to Java
What this course covers
2 modulesThe 2-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 3h.
Module 1 · What Are Classes, Objects, and Methods?
Module 2 · Using Built-In Classes
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 774 learners on Codecademy (checked 8 Nov 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming This | Codecademy | 4.5★ | Free | 3h | Quickest to finish (3h) | |
| Object Oriented Programming in Java |
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| Basics of Object Oriented Programming with C# |
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4.7★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | Start free ↗ | |
| Object-oriented Programming in JavaScript |
Udemy
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4.7★ | ₹479 | 4 hours | Cheapest paid option (₹479) | View ↗ |
Common questions
Is Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming free?
Yes. Codecademy lists it as free to enrol. A certificate is available on completion — providers often charge separately for the certificate even when the course itself is free, so check the fee on the provider page before you count on it.
Does Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming take?
Codecademy lists it at 3h. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming suitable for beginners?
Yes. Codecademy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Learn Java: Object-Oriented Programming cover?
It is organised into 2 modules, starting with What Are Classes, Objects, and Methods? and going on to Using Built-In Classes. The full outline is on this page.