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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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    University of Toronto

    iOS App Development with Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, iOS Development, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Application Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Programming Principles, Data Persistence, Integrated Development Environments, Persistence

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Cloudera

    Modern Big Data Analysis with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Apache Hive, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, Big Data, Database Systems, Amazon Web Services, MySQL, Data Management, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Cloud Storage, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Concepts, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, NoSQL, Apache Cassandra, Cloud Computing, Systems Design, Data Storage Technologies, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Scalability, C++ (Programming Language), Network Protocols

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Ethics, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Database Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Change Management, Social Media Campaigns, Hospitality Management, Social Media Marketing, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Hospitality Services, Design Thinking, Brand Marketing, Service Management, Customer experience improvement, Digital Marketing, Design, Social Media Management, Prototyping, Content Marketing, Leadership, Search Engine Optimization

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers

    Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Systems, Enterprise Security, System Software, Information Technology, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Architecture, Technology Solutions, System Configuration, Technical Support and Services, Servers, Cybersecurity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    GitLab

    How to Manage a Remote Team

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Culture Transformation, Performance Metric, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Performance Management, Adaptability, Collaboration, Business Strategy, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Responsible AI, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, Operational Risk, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    606 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of California San Diego

    User Experience: Research & Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, User Experience Design, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Creativity, Storyboarding, Interviewing Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    905 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part C

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computational Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    463 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Network Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    531 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Emotional and Social Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Active Listening, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Self-Discipline, Personal Development, Compassion, Mindfulness, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • iOS App Development with Swift: University of Toronto
  • Modern Big Data Analysis with SQL: Cloudera
  • Cloud Computing Concepts, Part 1: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Microsoft Data Visualization: Microsoft
  • Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation: Starweaver
  • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
  • How to Manage a Remote Team: GitLab
  • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist: CertNexus
  • User Experience: Research & Prototyping: University of California San Diego
  • Programming Languages, Part C: University of Washington

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