I am currently studying the OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional). This is a certification in cyber security based on kali linux. I chose this certification because it provides a real experience! There is an online lab provided for students to train on machines. On the opposite, other certification only ask for a theoretical knowledge. This is an offensive type of doing. We mainly learn to attack and compromise targets. This is a really challenging certification as I am taking it in addition of my main diploma in European Studies at King's College London.
This certification is challenging but more than necessary in this modern world.
We put more and more private data in the cloud, on our PC, smartphones etc... I think that cyber security will be an issue worth considering in the near future.
I will add more details soon about this certification!