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 Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Client Services, Presentations, Logo Design, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Brand Strategy, Branding, Workflow Management, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Verbal Communication Skills, Style Guides, Relationship Management, Process Management, Ideation, Customer Insights, Typography, Design Research, Business Research, Project Documentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), UI Components, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Color Theory, Color Matching, Typography, Design Software, Web Design and Development, Design, Style Guides, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Engineering, Java, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Programming Principles, Conceptual Design
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Layout Design, Prototyping, User Experience, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Typography, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Color Matching
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Make.com, Adobe Firefly, Generative AI, Content Creation, Canva (Software), Writing and Editing, AI Workflows, Writing, Video Production, Creative Design, Video Editing, Post-Production, Automation, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Content, Graphical Tools, Design, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Motion Graphics, AI powered creativity, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Layout Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Stored Procedure, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, Database Management, Operational Databases, Database Development, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Transaction Processing, Process Driven Development, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Management, Data Integrity, Debugging, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Design, Computer-Aided Design, Functional Design, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Open Source Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks