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.

Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Google App Engine, API Design, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Devops Tools, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Service Level Agreement, Network Architecture, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Scalability, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Persona (User Experience), Load Balancing, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Telecommunications, Digital Signal Processing, Performance Tuning, Digital Communications, System Programming, Debugging, C (Programming Language)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Design Research, UI/UX Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Facebook, Marketing Design, Social Media Marketing, Animations, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Design Elements And Principles, User Accounts
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Animations, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, UI Components, Interaction Design, Mockups, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Collaborative Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Human Centered Design, Brainstorming, Ideation, Innovation, Needs Assessment, Collaboration, Technical Communication, Customer Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research, Empowerment, Research Methodologies, Optimism, Positive Behavior Support, Personal Development, Science and Research, Research Design, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Program Evaluation, Creativity, Curiosity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Graphic Design, Typography, User Experience Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Web Design and Development, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Application Security, Technical Design, Software Architecture, Software Development Methodologies, Conceptual Design, Requirements Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, C (Programming Language), Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Computer Architecture, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Development Environment, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Design Thinking, Brainstorming, Solution Design, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Control Systems, Civil Engineering, Electronic Systems, Public Works, Electronic Hardware, Structural Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Automation, Integrated Development Environments, Environmental Monitoring, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Communication Systems, Display Devices, Real Time Data, Peripheral Devices
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months