Poetry courses can help you learn the elements of poetic form, meter, imagery, and sound devices, as well as techniques for crafting compelling narratives and emotional resonance. You can build skills in analyzing texts, experimenting with different styles, and revising your work for clarity and impact. Many courses introduce tools like rhyme schemes, metaphorical language, and digital platforms for sharing your poetry, helping you connect with audiences and refine your voice.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music Performance, Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Classical Music, Art History, Music History
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Materials science, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Public History, Research, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Timelines
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Journals, Writing, English Language
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Design, Aesthetics, Design Elements And Principles, Art History, Creativity, Liberal Arts, Ancient History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Content Management, Multimedia, User Experience Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Literacy, Storytelling, Language Competency, Creativity, Persuasive Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks