Overview
Take your first steps into UX
Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.
- Follow 65 expert lessons that will immerse you in the theory and principles of UX Design
- Learn about the techniques that underpin the UX process, like user research, affinity diagrams, and prototyping
- Earn a globally recognised and university credit-rated professional qualification
Prerequisites
How you’ll benefit
If you want to really understand UX, this UX design fundamentals course for you.
- Speak confidently about UX design
- Develop a mindset for problem-solving
- Learn to advocate for the user - and make better business decisions as a result
- Become a more rounded, valuable professional
- Showcase your knowledge with a university credit-rated certificate
Outline
Learn the key UX design fundamentals concepts in just six weeks
Everything you need to truly grasp UX, over five engaging modules.
Module 1
Introduction to UX design
Gain a comprehensive overview of the UX design process.
Module 2
User research methods
Learn how to gain deep insights into customer needs and behaviours.
Module 3
Analysis techniques
Discover how research gets translated into actionable insights.
Module 4
Defining the experience
Explore problem-solving techniques and design principles.
Module 5
Prototyping techniques
Understand the different forms of prototyping and when to use them.
Exam
40-minute final exam
Get assessed on your knowledge through a final exam.
Why the UX Design Institute?
They want to set the standard in UX education globally. They provide professionals and employers with a tangible, straightforward and objective measure by which to assess and prove UX skills and knowledge. All their courses are overseen by an Industry Advisory Council to ensure relevance. They’ve partnered with Glasgow Caledonian University to make sure they meet the highest educational standards.
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When will I receive my certificate?
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