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Video game courses can help you learn game design principles, programming basics, storytelling techniques, and level design. You can build skills in character development, user interface design, and sound design, which are crucial for creating engaging gameplay experiences. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, allowing you to apply your skills in real projects and understand how to bring your creative ideas to life.


Popular Video Games Courses and Certifications


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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Writing, Literacy, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Constructive Feedback, Creative Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Teach English: Intermediate Grammar

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Developing Training Materials, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning

    4.3
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    How To Visualize Your Data Using Microsoft Powerpoint

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Video Editing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    300 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    830 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MathWorks

    MathWorks Computer Vision Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Image Quality, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, File I/O, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Java Programming, Java, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Scala Programming, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Debugging, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Performance Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Practical Time Series Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Introduction to Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Engineering Management, Conceptual Design, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Configuration Management, System Design and Implementation, Product Lifecycle Management, Prototyping, Risk Management Framework

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Marketing Verde

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Strategic Marketing, Value Propositions, Environmental Issue, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Consumer Behaviour, Branding, Market Analysis, Target Market, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Product Strategy, Marketing Channel

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Oral Expression, Problem Solving, Writing, Video Production, Multimedia, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Scandinavian Film and Television

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Media and Communications, Video Production, Social Studies, International Relations, Liberal Arts, Media Production, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Performing Arts, Public Policies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    603 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular video games courses

  • Writing for Young Readers: Opening the Treasure Chest: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Teach English: Intermediate Grammar: University of California, Irvine
  • How To Visualize Your Data Using Microsoft Powerpoint: Coursera
  • Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict: Macquarie University
  • MathWorks Computer Vision Engineer: MathWorks
  • Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Practical Time Series Analysis: The State University of New York
  • Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Systems Engineering: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Marketing Verde: Universidad de los Andes

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