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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


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    University of California, Davis

    Essential Design Principles for Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Visual Design, Statistical Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Human Factors, Aesthetics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Usable Security

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Security Engineering, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Human Factors, Information Privacy, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, User Interface (UI) Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Centered Design, Design

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechanics, Electronics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Color and Visual Associations

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Color Matching, Graphic and Visual Design, Branding, Visual Design, Sensory Systems Analysis, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Photo Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Design, Media and Communications, Computer Displays, Cultural Diversity, Adobe Creative Cloud

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Blender Foundations: Interface, Modeling, & Procedural Tools

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Open Source Technology, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Network Model, Animation and Game Design, Animations, UI Components, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), Editing, Video Game Development, Game Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Python Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, User Experience, User Research, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Design Elements And Principles, Ideation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Blender 3D Fundamentals & Character Design

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Network Model, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Software Installation, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Control Panels, User Interface (UI), Graphical Tools, UI Components, Aesthetics, Editing, Dataflow, Animations, Scalability, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Adobe

    AI-Powered Content Marketing and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Adobe Express, Personalized Campaigns, Data-Driven Marketing, Social Media Content, Responsible AI, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Channel, AI powered creativity, Content Marketing, Generative AI, Content Creation, Marketing Automation, Email Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Search Engine Optimization, Storytelling, Performance Analysis

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google AR & VR

    Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, User Experience, User Flows, Computer Hardware

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engr

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Real Time Data, Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Feature Engineering, PySpark, Data Lakes, Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Cloud Storage, Data Import/Export, Big Data, Apache Spark, Data Governance, Apache Hadoop, Dashboard, Apache Kafka, Tensorflow, Data Store, Data Warehousing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Model Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Studies, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Economic Development, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Market Dynamics, Coordination

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Blender All-in-One For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Animations, Post-Production, Animation and Game Design, Motion Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Environment, Open Source Technology, Computer Graphic Techniques, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Scripting, Image Quality, Design Software, Design, Video Game Development, Game Design, Design Elements And Principles, Python Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
  • Color and Visual Associations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Blender Foundations: Interface, Modeling, & Procedural Tools: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
  • Blender 3D Fundamentals & Character Design: Skillshare
  • AI-Powered Content Marketing and Strategy: Adobe
  • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engr: Google Cloud

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