Poetry courses can help you learn the elements of poetic form, meter, imagery, and sound devices, as well as techniques for crafting compelling narratives and emotional resonance. You can build skills in analyzing texts, experimenting with different styles, and revising your work for clarity and impact. Many courses introduce tools like rhyme schemes, metaphorical language, and digital platforms for sharing your poetry, helping you connect with audiences and refine your voice.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Literacy, Storytelling, Language Competency, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Accounting Systems, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Accruals, Revenue Recognition, Reconciliation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Transaction Processing, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Journals
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Creativity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Journals, Writing, English Language
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Writing, Culture, Liberal Arts, Editing, Cultural Diversity, Peer Review, Proofreading, Research, Sociology, Style Guides, Creativity, Learning Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Skills you'll gain: Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Materials science, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Physical Science, Pharmaceuticals, Applied Mathematics, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Creation, Writing and Editing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Research, Timelines
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Performing Arts, Music, Music Performance, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Art History, Liberal Arts, Vibrations, Psychology, Experimentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks