Starts 14 January 2025

Professional Diploma
in UX Design

Professional Diploma in UX Design

What you’ll learn?

The full UX process

Duration

6 months

Commitment

5 hours per week

Price

R 30,000R 50,350

Format

Online, self-paced

Build a rewarding career in UX

  • Learn to think like a UX designer
  • Build confidence in essential UX concepts
  • Get job-ready skills and a professional portfolio
UX design institute

The gold standard in UX education

Students love the experience of learning with us.

“An absolute must for every aspiring UX designer. Thank you for developing such a professional and comprehensive course.”
Yakari Van Dessel
Yakari Van Dessel

UX Designer

Intracto

“It was exactly what I needed at that time in my career. I got a cool new job as Senior UX Consultant in a big company. ”
Bogdan Haituc
Bogdan Haituc

Senior UX Design Consultant

Deloitte Digital

“It’s the best investment you could make for yourself and your career. The connections you make, the knowledge you gain, and just the confidence that you build in yourself.”
Victoria Robin
Victoria Robin

UX Manager

Alltech

“I honestly can’t think of any cons about this course. It was so well structured and easy to understand. The tutors are incredibly friendly and helpful.”
Fiona Crombie
Fiona Crombie

Product Designer

Nova Futur

A real education in UX

“An absolute must for every aspiring UX designer. Thank you for developing such a professional and comprehensive course.”
Yakari Van Dessel
Yakari Van Dessel

Intracto

“It was exactly what I needed at that time in my career. I got a cool new job as Senior UX Consultant in a big company. ”
Bogdan Haituc
Bogdan Haituc

Deloitte Digital

“It’s the best investment you could make for yourself and your career. The connections you make, the knowledge you gain, and just the confidence that you build in yourself.”
Victoria Robin
Victoria Robin

Alltech

“I honestly can’t think of any cons about this course. It was so well structured and easy to understand. The tutors are incredibly friendly and helpful.”
Fiona Crombie
Fiona Crombie

Nova Futur

What you'll learn

The Professional Diploma is our UX design course that is credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University. It covers everything you need to become a certified UX professional.

To see the full syllabus, request more details.

Module 1

Introduction to UX design

Gain a deep understanding of the UX design process.

Module 2

User research

Master core research methods, from usability testing to depth interviews.

Module 3

Analysis techniques

Translate research data into user goals, personas and journey maps.

Module 4

Structure and navigation

Define navigation, user flows and information architecture.

Module 5

Interactions

Dig into the details of interaction design and sketching.

Module 6

Design principles

Harness the power of design principles to create better software.

Module 7

Design patterns

Discover proven techniques to increase the usability of any design.

Module 8

Mobile UX

Learn how to design mobile websites and applications.

Module 9

Workflows

Master the details of designing common user workflows.

Module 10

Prototyping and handover

Build interactive prototypes and annotate your designs.

Module 11

AI and UX design

Explore how AI tools can assist UX designers.

Module 12

Creating your portfolio

Learn how to structure your portfolio to best showcase your skills.

Request more details to view the full syllabus.

Build a portfolio

There are 16 real-world projects to give you hands-on experience on all the key aspects of UX. You’ll build a professional portfolio to demonstrate your job readiness.

“My course portfolio is how I got my job, it shows that you have the knowledge. You can talk about UX design, but you can also present a body of work.”

Alessio Ferracuti
Alessio Ferracuti

UX/UI Designer
IES Ltd.

Project by Keith Nolan

Project by Keith Nolan

Project by Veronica Praml

Project by Veronica Praml

Project by Steven Souter

Project by Steven Souter

Project by Jane Lou

Project by Jane Lou

“My course portfolio is how I got my job, it shows that you have the knowledge. You can talk about UX design, but you can also present a body of work.”

Alessio Ferracuti
Alessio Ferracuti

UX/UI Designer
IES Ltd.

Payment plans available

Pay R 7,500 per month over 4 months. 0% interest. Speak to an advisor to learn more.

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Next course commences:

14 January 2025

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Our graduates get jobs they love

Through our UX design course we've helped thousands of students to kickstart enjoyable careers in UX design.

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79%
79% of graduates from our Professional Diploma in UX Design get jobs in UX*
Ylva Bergvik
Luisa Berta
Kate Giblett
Kate McHugh
Stephanie Bell
Cassie Cardiff
John Kalnin

*Based on a survey sent to graduates, 12 months after engaging with our careers team

79%
79% of graduates from our Professional Diploma in UX Design get jobs in UX*
Ylva Bergvik
Luisa Berta

*Based on a survey sent to graduates, 12 months after engaging with our careers team

Kate Giblett
Kate McHugh
Stephanie Bell
Julia Mullinger
Julia Mullinger

User Researcher, Storm ID

"My qualification was important to my interviewers. They asked about the modules, the practical exercises and the exam. They were impressed with my exam result and my course portfolio."

Need some advice?
We’re happy to help

Our educational advisors are here to answer your questions, by phone or email. Ask us anything about the curriculum, course projects or graduate opportunities.

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Support at every step

UX is a team sport. From day one, you’ll be part of a lively community of tutors, coaches and fellow students that support each other along the way.

Kelly

Kelly

Cathal

Cathal

Ana

Ana

Dee

Dee

Faolan

Faolan

Eoghain

Eoghain

Student Success team

Our friendly and responsive team will help you stay on track and keep you accountable.

Career coaches

Portfolio prep sessions, 1:1 interview coaching, and more to help you land your dream job.

A vibrant community

Collaborate, share tips and build connections on our lively student Slack channels.

SMOJ
SMOJ

Your gateway to the industry

Start building your professional network and your connections with the UX industry.

Course mentors

Your dedicated course mentor is an expert practitioner who brings years of insight from working in UX.

UX Insider talks

Enjoy lively discussions with thought leaders and senior pros in our regular UX Insider webinars.

Industry Advisory Council

All courses are validated with design leaders in top companies to make sure they’re fit for industry.

Your gateway to the industry
Your gateway to the industry

Request more details

Submit your contact details to get:

  • The full course syllabus
  • Your questions answered, by phone or email
  • Helpful career advice with no obligations

Or if you're happy to get started, you can enrol today.

“It’s probably the best decision I’ve made in my career so far.”
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Daniel Guy
Interaction Designer
Ministry of Justice UK

Frequently asked questions

What is UX Design

UX design is the process of creating and shaping these experiences to make them positive, pleasant and valuable for the end user. Click here to learn more.

What does a UX designer do?

The day-to-day tasks of a UX designer are determined by the UX process. The UX process broadly consists of research, design, and testing and validation. Click here to learn more.

How much do UX designers earn

How much you make in UX design depends on a variety of factors. These include everything from where you work and what you do, right through to how much experience you have and who you work for. Click here to see how much you can earn.

What are the admissions criteria?

Students are admitted on a case-by-case basis after a consultation with one of our Education Advisors. Key factors we’ll discuss with you include:

1. Background

You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse mix of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on.

2. Commitment

You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. Our team will be there to support you along every step of the way but success will come as a result of your own diligence.

3. English language

You need to be comfortable learning in English. All video lessons, course materials, webinars, correspondence and the final exam are delivered in English.

How is the course structured?

There are two learning paths available to you:

1. Structured path

The most popular option is to follow the six-month structure. Each month you are given a deadline with a number of video lessons to complete. A monthly mentor-hosted webinar allows you to discuss coursework to date, ask questions and get feedback on your assignment.

2. Self-directed path

Alternatively, according to your personal time constraints, you can complete the course entirely at your own pace. As the course is delivered entirely online, it means that you’re free to complete it whenever you are free. You’ll still be able to take part in any of the webinars - either live or catching up through recordings. Once enrolled, you'll have access to all of the course materials for twelve months.

Will I get a mentor?

Yes. All our mentors are top class UX professionals with many years of experience working in the field. Our mentors host weekly webinars and will be available during these live sessions to answer questions, review projects and keep you motivated.

Will I build a portfolio?

Yes. Practical work is a huge part of the course. For the Professional Diploma in UX Design there are a total of 16 projects to give you hands-on experience on all the key aspects of UX. Each project is part of a single case study - researching, designing and prototyping a website or a mobile app. The output will be a portfolio of work that will showcase your skills and experience in UX.

Will I work on a team?

Yes, if you want to. Each course is limited to a maximum of 75 people. This allows you to build relationships with your fellow students on a dedicated Slack channel, and collaborate on projects and study time.

Are the courses recognised?

The UK higher education system is internationally renowned for its excellent standards. Our courses are all credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University, a highly-rated UK university. The Professional Diploma in UX Design is allocated 30 credits at Level 8 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. For your country, there will be an equivalent award in the relevant educational system.
For guidance, please review the Certification Equivalents Table.

Are there other course start dates available?

We hold multiple course enrolments throughout the year. Speak to an advisor for details about future course start dates.

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