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Introduction to Typography

Run by California Institute of the Arts

OnlineOnline (global)2 weeks, approximately 10 hours per weekAudit at no cost (Full Course, No Certificate); certificate requires paid enrolment or Coursera Plus; financial aid availableOpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>Introduction to Typography is a Coursera course from the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), taught by Anther Kiley. It treats typography as both a technical craft and a historical and expressive language, studying letterform anatomy, type history, and the conventions that govern how type is set.</p><ul><li>Four modules spanning typeface anatomy, the evolution of type from Humanist Bembo to Modernist Helvetica, professional typesetting (grids, kerning, leading), and experimental poster design</li><li>Approximately 2 weeks at 10 hours per week; fully self-paced with a flexible schedule</li><li>Beginner level; some prior design exposure is recommended but not required</li><li>Free to audit; a shareable Certificate is available through the paid Coursera Certificate track, with financial aid offered</li><li>Part of the CalArts Graphic Design Specialization</li></ul><p>Learners enrol directly on the Coursera course page; new cohorts start on a rolling basis.</p>

Who can apply

Open enrolment; beginner level. Assumes a basic working knowledge of Adobe InDesign or other page-layout software, and access to that software for the assignments. Suitable for secondary, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students.

How to apply

Click "Enroll for free" on the Coursera course page to enrol. Financial aid is available for eligible learners.

What you get

CertificatePortfolio piece

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by California Institute of the Arts.

Who can apply?+

Open enrolment; beginner level. Assumes a basic working knowledge of Adobe InDesign or other page-layout software, and access to that software for the assignments. Suitable for secondary, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students.

Is it paid?+

Cost: Audit at no cost (Full Course, No Certificate); certificate requires paid enrolment or Coursera Plus; financial aid available.

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect certificate and portfolio piece.

How do I apply?+

Click "Enroll for free" on the Coursera course page to enrol.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 27 September 2026