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.

Commonwealth Education Trust
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Writing, Literacy, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Constructive Feedback, Creative Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Design, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Visual Design, Peer Review, Typography, Design Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Creativity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Creativity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Style Guides, Branding, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Brainstorming, Design Research, Layout Design, Adobe InDesign, Creativity, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Design Software, Color Theory, Layout Design, Image Quality, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, English Language, Detail Oriented
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Music History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Planning, Business Marketing, Performing Arts, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months