Cartography courses can help you learn map design, spatial analysis, data visualization, and geographic information systems (GIS). You can build skills in interpreting topographic features, understanding coordinate systems, and applying cartographic principles to create effective visual representations. Many courses introduce tools like ArcGIS and QGIS, that support analyzing geographic data and producing detailed maps that communicate information clearly.
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Mapping, Graphic Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphical Tools, Storytelling, Color Theory
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, SQL, Data Storage, Data Capture, Query Languages, Relational Databases
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Heat Maps, R Programming, Graphical Tools, Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Graphics Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Creativity, Lifelong Learning, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Thinking, Image Quality, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Curiosity, Resilience, Decision Making, Patience, Adaptability, Interpersonal Communications, Persistence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storytelling, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, Creativity, Image Quality, Planning, Research, Creative Thinking, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Aesthetics, Critical Thinking, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, Histogram, Color Theory, Advanced Analytics, Spatial Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Science, Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Forecasting
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Generative AI, Content Strategy, Semantic Web, Workforce Development, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Vocabulary, Digital Content, Social Media
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, Infographics, Storytelling, Geospatial Mapping, Box Plots, Histogram, Data Ethics, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Heat Maps, Data Mapping
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Construction Engineering, Database Management, Construction, Construction Management, ArcGIS, Global Positioning Systems, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Decision Support Systems, Building Information Modeling, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Data Manipulation, Network Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Tree Maps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Heat Maps, Computer Displays, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Mapping, Scatter Plots, Scalability
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months