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 757 ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our Object Oriented Programming courses collection, where we compare it against 3 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 3h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (757 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 757 learners on Codecademy (checked 25 Aug 2026).
This rating is collected by Codecademy from its own enrolled learners. We reproduce it as reported and do not accept paid or incentivised reviews. See it on Codecademy →
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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 | Free — and still gives a certificate |
| Object Oriented Programming in Java |
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4.7★ | Check price | 40h 23m | Highest rated (4.7★ from 5.8K reviews) |
| Python for Programmers | Codecademy | 4.3★ | Free | 3h | Free — certificate included |
| Python Course for Beginners With Certification: Mastering the Essentials | Scaler | 0.0★ | Free | 9h 44m | Free — certificate included |
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.