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Graphic Design Courses

Graphic design courses can help you learn typography, color theory, layout design, and branding strategies. You can build skills in creating visual content for both print and digital platforms, as well as developing a keen eye for aesthetics and composition. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, that support executing design projects and bringing your creative ideas to life.

Popular Graphic Design Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Biomedical Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Medical Terminology, Data Visualization, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Software Visualization, Disabilities, Augmented Reality, Animations, Technical Communication, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Virtual Environment, Simulations

    4.6 stars, 535 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (535) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Metadata Management, Quantitative Research, Data Literacy, Spatial Analysis, Typography, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export, File Management

    4.9 stars, 728 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (728) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Social Media Content, Infographics, Social Media, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Concision, Social Media Strategy, Recruitment, Professionalism, Writing, Data Visualization, Branding

    4.5 stars, 697 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • N

    National Taiwan University

    BIM Application for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Autodesk, Computer-Aided Design, Construction Estimating, Simulation and Simulation Software, 3D Modeling, Construction Management, Simulations, Cost Estimation

    4.7 stars, 533 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (533) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Correlation Analysis, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Integration, Statistics, Infectious Diseases, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 2K reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (2K) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Better Business Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Report Writing, Writing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Peer Review, English Language, Communication Strategies

    4.7 stars, 515 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (515) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Understanding User Needs

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Qualitative Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Research and Design, Interviewing Skills, Human Centered Design, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Research Design, Data Collection

    4.7 stars, 552 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Diseño y Creación de videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Peer Review, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Computer Graphics, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Documents, Conceptual Design, Design, Experience Design, Design Elements And Principles, Interactive Design, Music, UI Components

    4.4 stars, 921 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (921) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Business English: Marketing and Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Brainstorming, Ideation, Selling Techniques, Marketing Communications, Business Correspondence, Advertising, Promotional Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Presentations, Consultative Selling, Persuasive Communication, Business Writing, Product Promotion, Influencing, Concision, Data Visualization, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 695 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (695) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Enterprise Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, Mainframe Technologies, z/OS, Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Computing Platforms, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, System Configuration, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Memory Management

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Intelligent Machining

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Real-Time Operating Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Digital Transformation, Systems Architecture, Digital Signal Processing, Software Systems

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Digital Design, Design and Product, Design Elements And Principles, Product Design, Creative Design, Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Layout Design, Digital Assets, Intellectual Property, Web Analytics, Sales Enablement, Graphic Design, Journals, Marketing, Business Development

    4.5 stars, 444 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (444) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular graphic design courses

  • Biomedical Visualization: University of Glasgow
  • GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design: University of Toronto
  • Job Success: Get Hired or Promoted in 3 Steps: The State University of New York
  • BIM Application for Engineers: National Taiwan University
  • COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python: Coursera
  • Better Business Writing in English: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Understanding User Needs: University of Michigan
  • Diseño y Creación de videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Business English: Marketing and Sales: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Enterprise Computing: IBM

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