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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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    EDUCBA

    3ds Max Architecture: Model, Refine & Create

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    6分間模擬授業で学ぶ授業づくり(Learn How to Teach by 6 Min. Micro Teaching)

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Teaching, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Development, Graphic Design, Instructional Design, Student Engagement, Cooperation, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data-oriented programming, Operating Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Uso de bancos de dados com Python

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Systems, Database Design, Query Languages, Web Scraping, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Data Storage, Python Programming, Web Development, Data Collection

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master CNNs with Python: Build, Train & Evaluate Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Cloud Computing, Development Environment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Developing a Programme Management Blueprint with ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Program Management, Diagram Design, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Workflow Management, Project Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Process Development, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Washington

    Power BI Basics: Requirements to Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Business Requirements, Star Schema, Data Visualization Software, Snowflake Schema, Relational Databases, Data Integration, Database Design, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Programming Languages Ⅱ

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Extensible Languages and XML, Concept Of Operations

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Introduction to GenAI for Business Process Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Business Workflow Analysis, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Tool Calling, Process Optimization, No-Code Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    ISTQB Usability Tester Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Human Centered Design, Software Testing, Human Factors, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Surveys, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Test Planning, Technical Communication, User Interface (UI), UI/UX Research, User Research, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Engagement, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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    Coursera

    Presenta datos y gráficos con Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Canva (Software), Sales Presentation, Data Visualization, Graphic Design, Content Creation

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Navigating Business Careers: Networks, Teams, Expertise

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Leadership and Management, Professionalism, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, Business Leadership, Relationship Building, Branding, Personal Attributes, Goal Setting, Mentorship, Adaptability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • 3ds Max Architecture: Model, Refine & Create: EDUCBA
  • 6分間模擬授業で学ぶ授業づくり(Learn How to Teach by 6 Min. Micro Teaching): The University of Tokyo
  • Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming: University of Geneva
  • Uso de bancos de dados com Python: University of Michigan
  • Master CNNs with Python: Build, Train & Evaluate Models: EDUCBA
  • Developing a Programme Management Blueprint with ClickUp: Coursera
  • Power BI Basics: Requirements to Visualizations : University of Washington
  • Programming Languages Ⅱ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Introduction to GenAI for Business Process Automation: SkillUp
  • ISTQB Usability Tester Certification Preparation: Board Infinity

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