Emma struggled to move from graphic design to UX. After a year of trying, she decided to formally upskill in UX to help her move into the career she wanted. A few months later, she got her first UX job,…
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Why Graphic Designers Need to Learn UX
There are many similarities between graphic and UX design. Both disciplines aim to solve problems through design; both require communication with stakeholders; and both can benefit from applying principles like contrast, balance and visual hierarchy. That said, they are very…
4 common misconceptions about breaking into UX
Trying to navigate the UX landscape can be a minefield. There are lots of competing definitions of what a UX designer does and what’s needed to work in the industry. It’s a struggle felt from UX beginners trying to break…
Upskilling in UX? Course advice from our alumni
Online learning can be challenging. Outside a classroom, it can be difficult to manage your time and stay motivated. That’s why it’s even more important to lean on the supports available to you; to stay connected to your mentors, course…