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Game Design Courses

Game design courses can help you learn level design, character development, storytelling techniques, and game mechanics. You can build skills in prototyping, user testing, and balancing gameplay to enhance player experience. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating interactive environments and implementing game logic. Additionally, you might explore programming languages such as C or C++ to bring your ideas to life, along with graphic design software for creating compelling visuals.


Popular Game Design Courses and Certifications


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    Fractal Analytics

    Python for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Seaborn, Data Science, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Statistics, Business Analytics, Jupyter, Data Transformation, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Programming Languages Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, System Configuration

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Educación sobre el cambio climático

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Water Resources, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Interactive Learning, Health Education, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Land Management, Environment Health And Safety, Adaptability, Food and Beverage, Teaching, Water Quality, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Community Organizing, Nutrition and Diet, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Telehealth, Public Speaking, Diagnostic Tests

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Communicate UX Research with Empathy Maps in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Thinking, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Technical Communication, Miro AI, User Centered Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Unilever

    Measurement and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Advertising Campaigns, Smart Goals, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals Of Microfrontends

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, Web Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Microarchitecture, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, CI/CD, Web Design, Secure Coding, Software Design, Scalability, Server Side, Maintainability, Debugging

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Performance marketing, Marketing Psychology, Customer Relationship Management, Paid media, Campaign Management, Marketing Automation, Advertising Campaigns, Google Analytics, UI/UX Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    Fundamentos de la gestión del talento humano

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Course Development, Recruitment, Human Resources, Training and Development, Employee Training, Instructional Design, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Student Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Business Transformation, Scalability, Social Impact, Market Opportunities, Timelines, Market Dynamics

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Business Valuation, Investment Banking, Market Trend, Quantitative Research, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    144 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Python for Data Science: Fractal Analytics
  • Programming Languages Ⅰ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Creating a Portfolio Using Weebly: Coursera
  • Educación sobre el cambio climático: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Communicate UX Research with Empathy Maps in Miro: Coursera
  • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever
  • Fundamentals Of Microfrontends: Board Infinity
  • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
  • Fundamentos de la gestión del talento humano: UBITS

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Game Design (11)
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Graphics (10)
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Web (8)
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Web Design (7)
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