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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Test Engineering, Systems Thinking, Systems Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Analysis, Functional Requirement, Risk Management Framework, System Testing, System Requirements, Verification And Validation
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple software proficiency, Application Development, Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Animations, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Responsible AI, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Agentic systems, Initiative and Leadership, Tool Calling, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Automation, Responsible AI, Marketing Automation, Business Solutions, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, IT Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Manchester
Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Health, Community Development, Health Equity, Behavioral Economics, Case Studies, Revenue Management, Regulatory Affairs, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Development, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Climate Change Mitigation
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Android Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Android Studio, 3D Assets, Virtual Reality, Animations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Experimentation, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Research, Human Centered Design, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Creative Problem-Solving, Case Studies, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Community Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Cultural Responsiveness, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Art History, Interactive Learning, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Animations, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Agile Methodology, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Computer Graphics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Blockchain, Market Opportunities, Business Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies, Market Analysis, Solution Design, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Market Research, Target Audience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months