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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Document Management, Design
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines, Innovation
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Diagram Design, Data Visualization, User Accounts, Graphic Design, Account Management, Marketing
Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Equipment, Specimen Preparation, Bioinformatics, Cell Biology
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Decision Tree Learning, Natural Language Processing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Data Science, Python Programming
Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Marketing Design, LinkedIn, Marketing Materials, Promotional Materials, Content Creation, Social Media Content, User Accounts, Data Visualization, Digital Content, Professional Development, Digital Marketing
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI), Human Machine Interfaces, Usability, Computer Displays, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Experience Design, Design
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Writing, Grant Applications, Editing, Communication, Organizational Skills, Communication Strategies
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Google Gemini, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, Scheduling, Google Sheets, Project Management Software, Spreadsheet Software, Social Media Marketing, Content Management
Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Adobe Firefly, AI Workflows, Functional Design, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Mockups, ChatGPT, Canva (Software), User Experience Design, Wireframing, Creativity, Automation
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks