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2024
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UX Researcher @ZEISS Meditec
UX Design Graduate
2024
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Lena Siegling
UX Researcher @ZEISS Meditec
UX Design Graduate
2024
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Professional Diploma in UX Design
New and improved
Online, flexible
15 modules
6 months
10 hours per week
The industry standard qualification in UX design. Learn the full UX design process from research to interaction design to prototyping.
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Professional Diploma in UX Design
New and improved
Online, flexible
15 modules
6 months
10 hours per week
The industry standard qualification in UX design. Learn the full UX design process from research to interaction design to prototyping.
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Professional Diploma in UX Design
New and improved
Online, flexible
15 modules
6 months
10 hours per week
The industry standard qualification in UX design. Learn the full UX design process from research to interaction design to prototyping.
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Product Design (UX/UI) Programme
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Online, flexible
25 modules
9 months
10 hours per week
Combine our Professional Diploma in UX Design and Professional Certificate in UI Design to pursue a rewarding career as a product designer.
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Product Design (UX/UI) Programme
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Online, flexible
25 modules
9 months
10 hours per week
Combine our Professional Diploma in UX Design and Professional Certificate in UI Design to pursue a rewarding career as a product designer.
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Product Design (UX/UI) Programme
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Online, flexible
25 modules
9 months
10 hours per week
Combine our Professional Diploma in UX Design and Professional Certificate in UI Design to pursue a rewarding career as a product designer.
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Professional Certificate in UI Design
Online, flexible
10 modules
3 months
3 hours per week
Learn the principles of visual design and the techniques and craft of designing high-quality user interfaces.
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Professional Certificate in UI Design
Online, flexible
10 modules
3 months
3 hours per week
Learn the principles of visual design and the techniques and craft of designing high-quality user interfaces.
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Professional Certificate in UI Design
Online, flexible
10 modules
3 months
3 hours per week
Learn the principles of visual design and the techniques and craft of designing high-quality user interfaces.
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Professional Certificate in User Research
Online, flexible
8 modules
4 months
3 hours per week
The most comprehensive user research course in the industry. Learn how to plan, execute, analyse and communicate user research effectively.
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Professional Certificate in User Research
Online, flexible
8 modules
4 months
3 hours per week
The most comprehensive user research course in the industry. Learn how to plan, execute, analyse and communicate user research effectively.
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Professional Certificate in User Research
Online, flexible
8 modules
4 months
3 hours per week
The most comprehensive user research course in the industry. Learn how to plan, execute, analyse and communicate user research effectively.
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Professional Certificate in Content Design
Online, flexible
9 modules
10 weeks
3 hours per week
Get the mindset, the confidence and the skills that will help build a rewarding career in the content design and UX writing industry.
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Professional Certificate in Content Design
Online, flexible
9 modules
10 weeks
3 hours per week
Get the mindset, the confidence and the skills that will help build a rewarding career in the content design and UX writing industry.
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Professional Certificate in Content Design
Online, flexible
9 modules
10 weeks
3 hours per week
Get the mindset, the confidence and the skills that will help build a rewarding career in the content design and UX writing industry.
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Certificate in UX Design Fundamentals
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.
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Certificate in UX Design Fundamentals
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.
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Certificate in UX Design Fundamentals
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Whether you want to explore UX as a career or expand your professional skillset, this UX design fundamentals course is the perfect starting point.
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Certificate in Software and Coding Fundamentals for UX
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Learn the essentials of software development, understand the concepts behind coding and increase your confidence when working with developers.
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Certificate in Software and Coding Fundamentals for UX
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Learn the essentials of software development, understand the concepts behind coding and increase your confidence when working with developers.
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Certificate in Software and Coding Fundamentals for UX
Online, flexible
6 modules
6 weeks
3 hours per week
Learn the essentials of software development, understand the concepts behind coding and increase your confidence when working with developers.
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They don’t just gain new skills—they enjoy the journey.
I’ve learnt a tonne whilst going through the course and the projects. The team’s support and friendliness is head and shoulders above anything I’ve experienced academically before.
Joe Turton
Senior UX Consultant @Aiimi
I must say that working on this course was a pleasure. I check into the Slack channel from time to time, and the level of support is unreal!
Gary Kellett
UX Designer @SLB
What I enjoyed most about the course was the hands-on approach to learning. The practical exercises and real-world design projects allowed me to apply theoretical concepts in a tangible way.
Olaide Ilesanmi
UX/UI Designer @Merck Group
The course layout, content, and videos were excellent! The modules were all up to date with current trends. It was great to gain insights from professionals on how they apply content design in their roles.
Saoirse Mullan
UX/UI Designer @Aflac
Your guys are awesome! I'm really happy I've signed up with the UX Design Institute and am looking forward to joining your other courses in the future.
Simona Bobic
Product Designer @UiPath
I’ve learnt a tonne whilst going through the course and the projects. The team’s support and friendliness is head and shoulders above anything I’ve experienced academically before.
Joe Turton
Senior UX Consultant @Aiimi
I must say that working on this course was a pleasure. I check into the Slack channel from time to time, and the level of support is unreal!
Gary Kellett
UX Designer @SLB
What I enjoyed most about the course was the hands-on approach to learning. The practical exercises and real-world design projects allowed me to apply theoretical concepts in a tangible way.
Olaide Ilesanmi
UX/UI Designer @Merck Group
The course layout, content, and videos were excellent! The modules were all up to date with current trends. It was great to gain insights from professionals on how they apply content design in their roles.
Saoirse Mullan
UX/UI Designer @Aflac
Your guys are awesome! I'm really happy I've signed up with the UX Design Institute and am looking forward to joining your other courses in the future.
Simona Bobic
Product Designer @UiPath
I’ve learnt a tonne whilst going through the course and the projects. The team’s support and friendliness is head and shoulders above anything I’ve experienced academically before.
Joe Turton
Senior UX Consultant @Aiimi
I must say that working on this course was a pleasure. I check into the Slack channel from time to time, and the level of support is unreal!
Gary Kellett
UX Designer @SLB
What I enjoyed most about the course was the hands-on approach to learning. The practical exercises and real-world design projects allowed me to apply theoretical concepts in a tangible way.
Olaide Ilesanmi
UX/UI Designer @Merck Group
The course layout, content, and videos were excellent! The modules were all up to date with current trends. It was great to gain insights from professionals on how they apply content design in their roles.
Saoirse Mullan
UX/UI Designer @Aflac
Your guys are awesome! I'm really happy I've signed up with the UX Design Institute and am looking forward to joining your other courses in the future.
Simona Bobic
Product Designer @UiPath
The UX Design diploma convinced me of the UX Design Institute's value. Subsequently, opting for certificates in Visual Design and Content Design was easy, given my confidence in the courses' quality and the trust in the people behind them.
Karel Calitz
Foundation member @Plone
The course has the perfect balance of theory and hands-on experience. It gave me a solid foundation in UX principles and allowed me to apply them in real-world projects.
Denis Mollaymeri
UX/UI Designer @CardoAI
I really enjoyed the lectures and the hands-on experience like running my own usability session and designing in Figma.
Paulina Sauma
UX Researcher @Tobii
The simplicity of the content made it effortless for me to comprehend and focus on the key points. The inclusion of projects kept me engaged.
Mara Vuic
UX Designer @Infobip
The institute's emphasis on hands-on learning, including real-world projects and design tools like Figma, appealed to me. Actively applying methodologies instead of just reading about them significantly strengthened my understanding of UX.
Melvin Jayson Ogbalu
UX Design Consultant @Accenture Song
The UX Design diploma convinced me of the UX Design Institute's value. Subsequently, opting for certificates in Visual Design and Content Design was easy, given my confidence in the courses' quality and the trust in the people behind them.
Karel Calitz
Foundation member @Plone
The course has the perfect balance of theory and hands-on experience. It gave me a solid foundation in UX principles and allowed me to apply them in real-world projects.
Denis Mollaymeri
UX/UI Designer @CardoAI
I really enjoyed the lectures and the hands-on experience like running my own usability session and designing in Figma.
Paulina Sauma
UX Researcher @Tobii
The simplicity of the content made it effortless for me to comprehend and focus on the key points. The inclusion of projects kept me engaged.
Mara Vuic
UX Designer @Infobip
The institute's emphasis on hands-on learning, including real-world projects and design tools like Figma, appealed to me. Actively applying methodologies instead of just reading about them significantly strengthened my understanding of UX.
Melvin Jayson Ogbalu
UX Design Consultant @Accenture Song
The UX Design diploma convinced me of the UX Design Institute's value. Subsequently, opting for certificates in Visual Design and Content Design was easy, given my confidence in the courses' quality and the trust in the people behind them.
Karel Calitz
Foundation member @Plone
The course has the perfect balance of theory and hands-on experience. It gave me a solid foundation in UX principles and allowed me to apply them in real-world projects.
Denis Mollaymeri
UX/UI Designer @CardoAI
I really enjoyed the lectures and the hands-on experience like running my own usability session and designing in Figma.
Paulina Sauma
UX Researcher @Tobii
The simplicity of the content made it effortless for me to comprehend and focus on the key points. The inclusion of projects kept me engaged.
Mara Vuic
UX Designer @Infobip
The institute's emphasis on hands-on learning, including real-world projects and design tools like Figma, appealed to me. Actively applying methodologies instead of just reading about them significantly strengthened my understanding of UX.
Melvin Jayson Ogbalu
UX Design Consultant @Accenture Song
Insights from experts and alumni
Career tips and advice from UX Design Institute alumni, mentors and industry thought leaders.
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The new, improved Professional Diploma in UX Design
Feb 4, 2025
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Upskilling in UX: Luke’s journey to UX success at IBM
Jan 3, 2025
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