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.

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory
★ 4.6 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Adobe Photoshop, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Photo Editing, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Storytelling, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory
★ 4.6 (115) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Conceptual Design, AutoCAD, Design Thinking, Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Layout Design, Software Visualization, Editing, Model Evaluation, Software Installation, Design Software, Model Optimization, Spatial Analysis, User Interface (UI)
★ 4.8 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Management, Brand Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Growth Strategies, Product Lining, Strategic Communication, User Experience
★ 4.8 (74) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Video Game Development, Data Storage, Game Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Algorithms
★ 4.4 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Graphic and Visual Design, Video Production, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphic Design, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation
★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Ideation, Teamwork, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Communication, Brainstorming, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Team Collaboration, Influencing, Collaboration, Professional Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Open Mindset, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI, Deep Learning, Generative Model Architectures, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Model Optimization, Convolutional Neural Networks, Software Visualization, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings, Computer Vision
★ 4.8 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Test Data, Data Validation, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Statistical Programming, Development Testing, Data Structures
★ 4.6 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Data Mapping
★ 3.9 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Building Information Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Estimation, Change Control, Engineering Change Order, Simulation and Simulation Software, Construction, Construction Engineering
★ 4.8 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, digital literacy, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Emerging Technologies, Instructional Design, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks