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Design courses can help you learn graphic design principles, user interface design, branding strategies, and visual storytelling techniques. You can build skills in color theory, typography, layout composition, and creating user-centered designs. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma, that support bringing your design concepts to life and collaborating effectively with teams.

Popular Design Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Quantum computing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Cryptographic Protocols, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Combinatorics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (962) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Competitive Intelligence, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Persona Development, Microsoft Copilot, Product Development, Market Analysis, UI/UX Strategy, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Data Governance

    ★ 4.6 (379) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Orientação a Objetos com Java

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JUnit, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java, Java Programming, Diagram Design, Programming Principles, Software Engineering, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Eclipse (Software)

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    The Growth Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Open Mindset, Culture Transformation, Lifelong Learning, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Professional Development, Innovation, Organizational Change, Constructive Feedback, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Resilience, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Strategies, Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Memory Management, Android (Operating System), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment

    ★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Recommender Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Taxonomy, Decision Support Systems, Business Metrics, Applied Machine Learning, Test Data, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Performance Metric, Spreadsheet Software, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Analysis, Systems Design, Solution Design, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Methods

    ★ 4.3 (833) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    The 3D Printing Revolution

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Prototyping, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Entrepreneurship, Industrial Design, Design, Business Economics, Materials science, Innovation, Product Development, New Product Development, Cost Reduction

    ★ 4.7 (1.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Better Business Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Proposal Development, Report Writing, Writing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Writing and Editing, Concision, Grammar, Peer Review, English Language, Communication Strategies, Language Learning

    ★ 4.7 (513) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Practices, Civil Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.8 (955) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, JUnit, Verification And Validation, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Development Testing, Test Planning, Test Tools, White-Box Testing, Code Coverage, Software Quality Assurance, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Test Data, Technical Communication

    ★ 4.3 (830) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Strategising: Management for Global Competitive Advantage

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Supply Chain, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Supply Chain Planning, Business Ethics, Supply Chain Management, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Customer Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Growth Strategies, Strategic Sourcing, Corporate Strategy, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Digital Transformation, Innovation

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular design courses

  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era: Microsoft
  • Orientação a Objetos com Java: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • The Growth Mindset: University of California, Davis
  • Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Recommender Systems: University of Minnesota
  • The 3D Printing Revolution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Better Business Writing in English: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Mechanics of Materials III: Beam Bending: Georgia Institute of Technology

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