• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Game Design

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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Backend Development using ASP.Net

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, ASP.NET, Model View Controller, JSON, API Design, Web Services, Middleware, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MongoDB Inc.

    MongoDB Aggregation Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, MongoDB, Data Manipulation, NoSQL, Data Migration, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Data Preprocessing, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Machine Learning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Programming in Swift 5

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Swift Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, iOS Development, Programming Principles, Mobile Development, Apple Xcode, Software Architecture, Development Environment

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    733 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Agentic systems, User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Testing, Debugging, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Decision Support Systems, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Cartographie thématique

    Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Geospatial Mapping, Graphic and Visual Design, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Data Mapping, Graphics Software, World History, Color Theory

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SkillUp

    Working as a Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Meeting Facilitation, Process Development, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, User Story, Employee Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Conflict Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics for Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Business Analytics, Analysis, Sociology, Market Opportunities, Social Justice, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Leadership Development, Risk Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    330 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Augmented Reality, 3D Modeling, Materials science, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Production Process

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    The Business of Product Management II

    Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Innovation, Revenue Management, Financial Statements, Agile Methodology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Continuous Improvement Process

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    235 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Database Application, Databases, NoSQL, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, API Design, Cloud Applications, Authentications, Server Side, Middleware, Scalability, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Web Development, Debugging, Javascript

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Customer Analysis, Adaptability, Decision Making, Strategic Prioritization, Dashboard, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Risk Management, Change Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Liberal Arts, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Human Centered Design, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…295296297…656

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

  • Backend Development using ASP.Net: Board Infinity
  • MongoDB Aggregation Framework: MongoDB Inc.
  • Introduction to Programming in Swift 5: LearnQuest
  • Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents: Microsoft
  • Cartographie thématique: École normale supérieure
  • Working as a Scrum Master: SkillUp
  • Gender Analytics for Innovation: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals: University of Michigan
  • The Business of Product Management II: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications: IBM

Skills you can learn in Design And Product

User Interface (18)
User Experience (16)
Software Testing (13)
Game Design (11)
Agile Software Development (10)
Graphics (10)
Virtual Reality (9)
Design Thinking (8)
Web (8)
Video Game Development (7)
Web Design (7)
Adobe Photoshop (6)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok