Music composition courses can help you learn melody creation, harmony development, orchestration techniques, and the structure of various musical forms. You can build skills in arranging music for different ensembles, writing for specific instruments, and developing your unique voice as a composer. Many courses introduce software tools like Sibelius or Finale for notation, as well as digital audio workstations like Ableton Live or Logic Pro, that support producing and refining your compositions.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Architecture, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Network Model, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Systems Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Automation, Differential Equations, Safety Assurance, Failure Analysis, Basic Electrical Systems
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Anomaly Detection, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Vector Databases, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Canva (Software), Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Marketing Materials, Post-Production, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Digital Content, Animations, Multimedia, Content Optimization, Storytelling, Typography, Branding, Driving engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fudan University
Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Videography, Cinematography, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Media Production, Editing, Performing Arts, Coordination
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductors
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Image Quality, Adobe Creative Cloud, Post-Production, Editing, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Writing, Storytelling, Human Learning, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Music, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Aesthetics, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Art History, Layout Design, Ancient History, Liberal Arts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Adobe Premiere, Video Editing, Media Production, Color Matching, Music, Visual Storytelling, Editing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Health Assessment, Health Education, Biochemistry, Psychology, Physiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Athletic Training, Health Care, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fudan University
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Post-Production, Editing, Cinematography, Writing and Editing, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Art History, Public History, Community Organizing, Performing Arts, Social Justice, Social Impact, Community Development, Advocacy, Community Outreach, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Creativity, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months