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.

Clemson University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Probability, Design Strategies, Analysis, Performance Testing, Scalability
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Foundry, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Platforms, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Computing, Application Lifecycle Management, Web Development, HTML and CSS
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, Design Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona Development, Usability, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, Surveys, Prototyping, Tree Maps, Interviewing Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Presentations, Data Visualization, Document Management, Business Communication
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Coordination, AI Security, Data Ethics, Governance, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Scalability, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Strategies, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Databases, Containerization, Data Access, PostgreSQL, SQL
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Mechanical Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Wiring, HVAC, Building Design, Construction Inspection, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Mechanical Design, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Aesthetics, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Performing Arts, Creativity, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Art History, Trend Analysis, Photography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Design, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Product Development, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, User Feedback, Prioritization, Customer experience improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months