Best graphic design Courses Online
We compared 20 Graphic Design courses currently listed on Coursera, Udemy and edX, priced from $19.99 to $199.99. 2 come from a named university or institution, including California Institute of the Arts and University of Colorado Boulder. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.
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Ideas from the History of Graphic Design
Offered by California Institute of the Arts
This intensive survey examines four pivotal eras in the History of Western Graphic Design, tracing the evolution of visual communication from the Industrial Revolution through the mid-20th century. While the global histo...
$79.00listed price -
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Graphic Design
Offered by California Institute of the Arts
Graphic design is all around us, in a myriad of forms, both on screen and in print, yet it is always made up of images and words to create a communication goal. This four-course sequence exposes students to the fundament...
$49.00listed price -
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Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers
Offered by University of Colorado Boulder
In this hands-on specialization, you will explore basic graphic design elements, color theory, images, publication design and techniques for creating effective layouts. You will also learn about typography, the creative...
$49.00listed price -
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Fundamentals of Graphic Design
Offered by Xbox
Unleash your creativity and design captivating visuals for the gaming world with the Xbox Graphic Designer Professional Certificate. Learn essential graphic design principles and Adobe Photoshop skills to create stunning...
$49.00listed price -
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Ultimate Graphic Design Course: Create 40 Practical Projects
Offered by Packt
Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as yo...
$49.00listed price -
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Graphic Design Theory - Space
Offered by Skillshare
Your instructor Martin Perhiniak, states: As a graphic designer, most of the designs you work on will end up being flat. Not in the sense that they won’t look good, but in the literal sense: they will be printed on sheet...
$49.00listed price -
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Graphic Design For Complete Beginners
Welcome to our online Graphic Design lessons! Are you ready to unlock your creativity and master the art of visual communication? Whether you're a budding artist, an aspiring designer, or simply eager to enhance your gra...
$59.99listed price -
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47 Graphic Design Projects for Photoshop Beginners
******"Any beginner in my situation, a newly Graduated Graphic Designer with next to no experience in Photoshop, needs to take this course. Highly recommended, along with Chris Parker's Photoshop Master class. I am seein...
$49.99listed price -
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Graphic Design Bootcamp
Do you like to learn in a project-based environment?Do you want to learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign?Do you want to tackle BOTH print and web design projects?You’re in the right place! This c...
$199.99listed price -
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Design Beginners Bootcamp – Learn Graphic Design Skills Fast
In the 21st century, pretty much everyone is a designer. Whether you want to be or not. If you work in marketing or comms you’ll be expected to just be able to design things. Or if you’re a solopreneur or have your own s...
$199.99listed price -
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The Complete Graphic Design Masterclass
Offered by Skillshare
This Specialization is intended for aspiring graphic designers and creative professionals seeking to develop industry-ready design and branding skills. Through 8 courses taught by Khara Plicanic, Kyle Aaron Parson, Marti...
$49.00listed price -
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Graphic Design and AI Masterclass for Beginners
Are you ready to become a creative powerhouse, designing stunning flyers, business cards, brochures, and branded visuals like a pro? Whether you're a complete beginner or a growing creative, this course is your all-in-on...
$19.99listed price -
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Easy Learn Graphic Design for Beginners
Have you ever thought about starting a career in graphic design or has it been a while since you last worked in the field and you want to refresh your skills?Jump Start your Graphic Design Career here. Learn about the in...
$19.99listed price -
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Pengen Jadi Graphic Designer! - Jadi Jago Illustrator
Deskripsi Tujuan Pembelajaran dan Kurikulum Adobe IllustratorDeskripsi Tujuan PembelajaranPembelajaran Adobe Illustrator bertujuan untuk membekali peserta dengan keterampilan dalam mengedit dan membuat desain vektor seca...
$19.99listed price -
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CorelDRAW : Graphic Design and T-Shirt Design with CorelDRAW
How to Start a T-Shirt Printing Business with CorelDRAW 2024Course OverviewAre you ready to turn your creativity into a profitable T-shirt printing business? This step-by-step course will teach you how to design professi...
$19.99listed price -
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AI Graphic Design Masterclass: Logos, Thumbnails & More
Design like a pro — no experience needed.Imagine being able to create stunning logos, thumbnails, mockups, and even viral memes using just simple prompts — no Photoshop, no Illustrator, and no prior design skills.In this...
$19.99listed price -
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Introduction to Graphic Design
Offered by LCI Education
This course provides a solid introduction to graphic design, covering essential principles and techniques that can enhance your design skills. You'll explore key concepts like color theory, typography, and layout while g...
$178.20listed price -
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Complete 'Graphic Design Course' in 10 lessons for all ages
I have been teaching people of all ages for at least 20 years, but I have had the greatest professional and human satisfaction with young graphic designers.This is why I really like it, putting my experience at the servi...
$39.99listed price -
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Mastery Graphic Design Mini Course Zero To Hero
This course is a crash mini course packed with a lot of information in a little time. With so much to do most people do not have time for a long and complicated course that provides too much information and makes it hard...
$19.99listed price -
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Learn Graphic Design Using AI Canva Gemini and Grok Imagine
Welcome to the Complete Graphics Design with AI Tools Masterclass, where creativity meets artificial intelligence. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn how to create professional-quality designs, social media posts, ads...
$29.99listed price
What the prices here tell you
The 20 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $199.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $180.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.
Who is behind these courses
These courses come from Coursera, Udemy and edX. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 2 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including California Institute of the Arts and University of Colorado Boulder — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.
Before you enrol
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