App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Database Design, NoSQL, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Relational Databases, Cloud Applications, PostgreSQL, Database Systems, Database Theory, Data Store, Data Modeling, Databases, JSON, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: GraphQL, API Design, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, ASP.NET, Authentications, Data Validation, .NET Framework, Authorization (Computing), C# (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Software Documentation, Microsoft Azure, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Application Deployment, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Design Software, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Numerical Analysis, Electronic Components, System Design and Implementation, Systems Design, Human Factors, Applied Mathematics, Physics, System Configuration
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Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, User Experience, Content Management, Usability, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Design Research, User Centered Design, User Research, Statistical Analysis, Content Strategy, Goal Setting, Sample Size Determination
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Research, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Test Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, OpenAI, Development Environment, Game Design, Agentic systems, Web Scraping
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Technical Product Management, Professional Networking, Financial Analysis, Product Strategy, Product Requirements, Engineering Management, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Innovation, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Design, Performance Management, Interviewing Skills
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Meta
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, UI Components, Unit Testing, Front-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Context Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Teaching, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Learning Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Strategic Sourcing, Environmental Science, Supply Management, Social Impact, Environmental Policy, Business Analysis, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months