Urban design courses can help you learn site analysis, spatial planning, community engagement, and sustainable development practices. You can build skills in creating inclusive public spaces, integrating green infrastructure, and understanding zoning regulations. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping and visualization, as well as design software for drafting urban layouts, that support translating concepts into actionable plans.

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Land Development, Community Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Environment, Social Impact, Waste Minimization, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Case Studies, Climate Change Programs, Systems Thinking, Geospatial Information and Technology, Sustainable Design, Spatial Analysis, Sustainable Development, Design Strategies, Collaborative Software, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Cultural Responsiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Solution Design, Responsible AI, Stakeholder Communications, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Scalability, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Communication, Sustainable Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Post-Production, Virtual Reality, Virtual Environment, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Landscape Architecture, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Game Design, Design Software, Application Design, Graphical Tools, Software Design, Image Quality, Design and Product, Performance Tuning, Software Development, Open Mindset
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Building Codes, Engineering Practices, Engineering, Construction Inspection, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Conceptual Design, Engineering Design Process, Design Specifications, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Stormwater Management, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Finite Element Methods, Continuous Monitoring
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction Inspection, Building Codes, Construction Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, General Construction and Construction Labor, Structural Engineering, Hydrology, Hydraulics, Grading (Landscape), Public Works, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Design Specifications, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Engineering Practices
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Traffic Flow Optimization, Public Works, Architecture and Construction, Design Specifications, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Engineering Software, Land Development, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Construction Estimating, Building Design, Sustainable Development, Materials science, Engineering Calculations
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Ideation, Creative Design, Logo Design, Visual Storytelling, Design Software, Conceptual Design, Brand Strategy, Design Reviews, Layout Design, Style Guides, Digital Design, Art History
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Architectural Design, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Technical Drawing, Autodesk, Engineering Drawings, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Sustainable Architecture, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Land Development, Functional Design, Conceptual Design, Layout Design, 3D Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Land Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Social Justice, Environmental Regulations, Stormwater Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Policy Development, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Stakeholder Analysis, Creative Thinking, User Research, Journey Mapping, Human Centered Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Research, Project Scoping, Planning, Persona Development, Design Strategies, Project Planning, Value Engineering, Product Development, Strategic Thinking, Creativity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months