• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Graphic Design

    Graphic Design Courses

    Graphic design courses can help you learn how to create visual content using layout, typography, and imagery to communicate ideas and tell stories.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Graphic Design Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Datamaps, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Collection, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Application Deployment, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Security, Microsoft 365, Timelines, Business Modeling, Data Mapping, Business Analytics, SQL

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7.8K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX)

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), User Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Responsive Web Design, Design Thinking, Web Design, Usability, Wireframing, Mobile Development, Prototyping, Web Applications, Typography

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      274 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      X

      Xbox

      Fundamentals of Graphic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop, Typography, Photo Editing, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, File Management, Design Elements And Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Introduction to Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Interactive Design, Design Elements And Principles, Systems Design, Usability, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Wireframing, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Javascript, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Browser Compatibility, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Code Review, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Content, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      35K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Storytelling, Creative Problem-Solving, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, New Product Development, Data Visualization, User Experience Design, Strategic Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Story, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, User Experience, Mockups, Software Design, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Collaborative Software, UI Components, User Research, Enterprise Application Management, Prototyping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Learning Theory, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Instructional Design, Educational Materials, Program Evaluation, Course Development, Design, Professional Development, Education Software and Technology, Design Thinking, Motivational Skills, Adult Learning Principles, Brainstorming, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Needs Assessment, Storyboarding, Content Creation, User Centered Design, Student-Centred Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      88 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Macquarie University

      Online Learning Design for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Multimedia, Education Software and Technology, Media Production, Developing Training Materials, Pedagogy, Peer Review, Blended Learning, Learning Management Systems, Discussion Facilitation, Teaching, Constructive Feedback, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Safety and Security, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Collaborative Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      391 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Preview
      Preview
      C

      Coursera

      YouTube Design: Banners & Profile Pics

      Skills you'll gain: Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Video Production

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Blueprint to Brilliance Through Interior Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Strategies, Design, Social Sciences, Sociology, Human Centered Design, Design Elements And Principles, Project Management, Rapport Building, Aesthetics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      140 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Channel, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Email Marketing, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to graphic design

    graphic design specialization
    graphic designing
    graphic designer
    graphic design free
    graphic design elements for non-designers
    graphic design: pop your linkedin with 3d effect using canva
    adobe graphic designer
    free graphic design
    1…456…236

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

    • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst: Microsoft
    • Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX): IBM
    • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: Xbox
    • Introduction to Game Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding: University of Michigan
    • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
    • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
    • YouTube Design: Banners & Profile Pics: Coursera

    Why Learn Graphic Design?

    Graphic design is the art of visual communication—using images, typography, and layout to convey ideas and tell stories. It’s essential in marketing, branding, and digital content, shaping how people engage with information every day. Whether you’re building creative skills or expanding career options, graphic design supports versatile, impactful work across industries.

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    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

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    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
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    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
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok