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Introduction to Typography

Run by California Institute of the Arts

OnlineOnline (global)2 weeks, approximately 10 hours per weekFreeOpenLow 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. Some prior design exposure is recommended but not required. Suitable for secondary, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students.

What you get

CertificatePortfolio piece

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by California Institute of the Arts.

Who can apply?+

Open enrolment; beginner level. Some prior design exposure is recommended but not required. Suitable for secondary, JC, pre-U, and polytechnic students.

Is it paid?+

Free to apply. No participant fees.

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect certificate and portfolio piece.

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Last verified 22 April 2026·Updated 14 April 2026