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Visual Design Courses

Visual design courses can help you learn color theory, typography, layout principles, and visual hierarchy. You can build skills in creating compelling graphics, designing user interfaces, and developing branding strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma, that support executing design projects and collaborating with teams. Additionally, you may explore methods for conducting user research and applying design thinking to solve visual communication challenges.

Popular Visual Design Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Electrical Design Engineer - Wiring Diagrams

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Wiring, Wire Harnesses, Engineering Documentation, Schematic Diagrams, Diagram Design, Engineering Drawings, Electrical Systems, Blueprint Reading, Drafting and Engineering Design, Document Management, Software Documentation, Design Software, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Communication, Electrical Equipment, Technical Standard, Analysis

    3.2 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.2 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Design infographics with Prezi

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Presentations, Data Visualization, Document Management, Business Communication

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Highway Geometry and Pavement Design

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction, Design Specifications, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Laboratory Testing

    3.7 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Approche agile et design thinking

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Persona (User Experience), Agile Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Methodology, Product Development, Team Oriented, User Research, Persona Development, Usability Testing, User Feedback, User Centered Design, Value Propositions, Innovation, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Snowflake Schema, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL

    4.4 stars, 243 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (243) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Test Case Design

    Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Test Script Development, Test Planning, Test Automation, Test Engineering, Continuous Integration, Test Tools, CI/CD, Software Quality Assurance, Continuous Delivery, Quality Assurance, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Engineering Tools

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Design Concepts in Metro Rails

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design Specifications, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, 3D Modeling, Planning

    4.6 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Socially Engaged Design

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Ideation, Engineering Design Process, Sustainable Design, Social Impact, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Social Justice, Case Studies, Diversity Awareness, Innovation, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Design Specifications, Cultural Responsiveness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploring Generative AI for Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, Education Software and Technology, AI literacy, Instructional Design, AI Integrations, Design Strategies, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development

    4.5 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Dubai College of Tourism

    Menu Design for Dubai Hospitality

    Skills you'll gain: Restaurant Operation, Revenue Management, Food Services, Restaurant Management, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Sales Strategy, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Cost Accounting, Layout Design, Customer experience improvement, Gross Profit, Graphic and Visual Design, Copywriting, Analysis

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Siemens

    Siemens NX Mastery: Advanced Design & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Design, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, 3D Assets, Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulations

    4.4 stars, 46 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Design & Present Responsible AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Presentations, Technical Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, AI literacy, Storytelling, Accountability Frameworks, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Risk Mitigation, Communication Strategies, Design, Stakeholder Analysis, Model Evaluation, Risk Management, Project Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Electrical Design Engineer - Wiring Diagrams: Coursera
  • Design infographics with Prezi: Coursera
  • Highway Geometry and Pavement Design: L&T EduTech
  • Approche agile et design thinking: University of Virginia
  • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine
  • Fundamentals of Test Case Design: Board Infinity
  • Design Concepts in Metro Rails: L&T EduTech
  • Introduction to Socially Engaged Design: University of Michigan
  • Exploring Generative AI for Learning Design: University of Michigan
  • Menu Design for Dubai Hospitality: Dubai College of Tourism

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