Dezeen Courses: from workshops in interior design to online programmes teaching graphic design, we've rounded up six short courses taking place in 2023 that can be gifted as thoughtful presents this Christmas.

The selection includes self-paced courses as well as in-person intensive workshops available at global institutions, including Carleton University in Canada, University of the Arts London in the UK and School of the Art Institute of Chicago in the USA.

Ideal for anyone with an interest in design, the courses teach fundamental skills in a range of design topics with no requirements for prior experience.

Here are six courses to gift to design lovers that have been featured on Dezeen Courses:

Studio First at Carleton University

The Studio First short course at Carleton University, Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism, facilitates graduate architecture studies for those with no formal background in the subject.

The course is taught online as an intensive five-week workshop, with two sessions that take place starting in May or July 2023.

Find out more about the course ›

Interior Design Module One Short Course at University of the Arts London

The Interior Design Module One Short Course at the University of the Arts London equips students with a fundamental knowledge of interior design, including theory in lighting, materials and how to use CAD software.

The programme is taught at the university's Chelsea College of Arts campus with multiple sessions throughout 2023, the first of which starts on 10 January.

Find out more about the course ›

On Infrastructure Masterclass at Theatrum Mundi

The On Infrastructure Masterclass course at Theatrum Mundi provides students with interactive sessions exploring the cultural infrastructures that make up towns and cities.

The two-day course takes place from 25 to 26 February 2023 at Theatrum Mundi's London campus.

Find out more about the course ›

Digital Design Course at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago

The Digital Design short course at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago equips students with digital design skills with a focus on print media, including training in Adobe software, colour theory and typography.

The course is intended for those with an interest in graphic design regardless of prior experience and is available online or in-person in Chicago.

Find out more about the course ›

SketchUp for Interior Design Beginners Course at The Little Design Corner

The SketchUp for Interior Design Beginners Course at The Little Design Corner teaches students SketchUp skills that can be applied to architecture and interior design projects.

It is made up of online video lessons and worksheets that can be studied at your own pace, along with supplementary one-on-one support.

Find out more about the course ›

Branding Now at Future London Academy

The Branding Now online course at Future London Academy equips students with practical design knowledge in creating brand strategies and communicating visual identity.

The self-paced course is catered to people who want to learn graphic design skills that can be applied to personal and team projects.

Find out more about the course ›

Dezeen Courses

Dezeen Courses is a service from Dezeen that provides details of architecture, interiors and design courses around the world. Click here for more information.