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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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    Coursera

    Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Technical Design, Semiconductors, Computer-Aided Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Open Source Technology, Schematic Diagrams

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Design of CPS with ARM processor using Embedded C

    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

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    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Governance, Health Systems, Policy Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Assessment, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    CPS Design with ARM Core using MicroPython for Industries

    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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Design Research, UI/UX Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    3D Models with Adobe Photoshop: Design a Pickleball Paddle

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Adobe Photoshop, Creative Design, Typography, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Color Theory, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Color Matching, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Development, Community Health, Health Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Environmental Policy, Health Assessment, Governance, Systems Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Intellectual Property, Graphic Design, Strategic Thinking, Legal Risk, Typography, Design, Creativity, Case Studies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Design engaging Stories for Instagram and Facebook in Easil

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Facebook, Marketing Design, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Animations, Storytelling, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Design Elements And Principles, User Accounts

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IESE Business School

    Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Human Centered Design, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Responsive Design in Bootstrap: Create a Landing Page

    Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Web Design, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Development

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Enhance User Interface Design with Mood Boards in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Persona (User Experience), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Mockups, Storyboarding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introduction to Chip Design with Open-Source EDA Tools: Coursera
  • Design of CPS with ARM processor using Embedded C: L&T EduTech
  • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies: University of Lausanne
  • CPS Design with ARM Core using MicroPython for Industries: L&T EduTech
  • Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma: Coursera
  • 3D Models with Adobe Photoshop: Design a Pickleball Paddle: Coursera
  • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies : University of Lausanne
  • Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted: Skillshare
  • Design engaging Stories for Instagram and Facebook in Easil: Coursera
  • Parte 1: Design Thinking para la resolución de problemas: IESE Business School

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