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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Object-Oriented Programming and GUI with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Event-Driven Programming, Python Programming, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Graphical Tools, Code Reusability

    3.8 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Outsmarting intermittency

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Systems, Technology Solutions, Network Planning And Design

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Codio

    Java: Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Java Programming, Data Management, Secure Coding, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming

    3.7 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.7 (14) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Introdução ao Gerenciamento de produtos de software

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Requirements Analysis, Process Driven Development, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Product Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Software Engineering, Technical Product Management, Software Development Methodologies

    4.4 stars, 42 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (42) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Data Warehousing: Schema, ETL, Optimal Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Business Intelligence, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Management, Data Integration, Performance Tuning, Databases, Data Transformation, Query Languages, Performance Improvement

    4.1 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Code Reusability, Computer Programming

    4.7 stars, 24 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (24) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Strategies for Heavy Lifting

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction, Engineering Management, Construction Management, Engineering Practices, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Hydraulics, Mechanics, General Construction and Construction Labor, Safety Standards, Engineering, Mechanical Design, Safety Training, Equipment Design, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Safety Assurance, Mechanical Engineering

    4.5 stars, 22 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (22) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Ventilation, Life Safety, and Smoke Extraction in Building

    Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Mechanical Ventilation, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Building Design, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Design Specifications, System Requirements

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Science and Research, Social Sciences, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Survey Creation, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Correlation Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Informed Consent

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Content Marketing, Personalized Campaigns, Content Creation, Content Development and Management, Ideation, AI Personalization, Social Media Content, Content Optimization, Content Scheduling, Brainstorming, Search Engine Optimization

    4.8 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Markets Using Technical Analysis & Chart Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Trading, Market Data, Verification And Validation

    4.4 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Grant Applications, Proposal Development, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Resource Management, Strategic Planning, Social Impact, Fundraising, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Innovation, Leadership

    4.7 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (21) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Object-Oriented Programming and GUI with Python: Arizona State University
  • Outsmarting intermittency: École Polytechnique
  • Java: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
  • Introdução ao Gerenciamento de produtos de software: University of Alberta
  • Data Warehousing: Schema, ETL, Optimal Performance: Coursera
  • Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java: Coursera
  • Strategies for Heavy Lifting: L&T EduTech
  • Ventilation, Life Safety, and Smoke Extraction in Building: L&T EduTech
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft

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