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Content design courseStarts 4 June 2026

Professional Certificate in
Content Design

Craft purposeful, user-friendly content that helps people achieve their goals.

Join a community
of 14K+ designers

University credit-rated by
GCU
Caledon University
University for the Common Good
What you'll learn
Content design craft
Duration
6 weeks
Commitment
3 hours per week
Price
€595
Flexible format
Online, self-paced
Overview

The gold standard in UX education

The Professional Diploma in UX Design has been created to give you the best possible education in UX, one that sets you apart in a competitive industry.

Course overview

University credit-rated qualification

You'll earn a globally recognised qualification, that is trusted and valued by employers everywhere.

1:1 mentoring and career support

You'll receive personalised, 1:1 support from our careers team and your dedicated mentor who is a senior industry professional.

A stand-out portfolio

You'll build a professional portfolio showcasing your skills and your job-readiness to potential employers.

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Course Report
Certification

A qualification recognised by employers everywhere

This is not a bootcamp. You'll earn a real, university credit-rated qualification, not a lightweight certificate of completion.

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University Partner

A university credit-rated course means:

  • Highest quality standards
    Meets the highest quality standards of the UK higher education system.
  • Rigorous review process
    The curriculum has undergone a rigorous review process and is regularly audited.
  • Valued by employers
    The course is recognised and valued by employers around the world.
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Pixel Craft Academy

Professional Diploma
in UX Design

Signed certificate of qualification
20 ECTS credits (Level 5) under the European Qualification Framework
79%
of our graduates get jobs in UX*
* Based on a survey sent to graduates 12 months after engaging with our careers team
"Employers recognise the credit-rating. It enhanced my credibility and marketability. And it opened up new opportunities for me in the job market."
Dennis Mollaymeri · UX/UI Designer @Cardo AI
Curriculum

Content design for useful digital products

Learn how to shape, structure and write content that helps users complete tasks with clarity and confidence.

Module 1

Content design foundations

Understand what content design is and how it supports product experiences.

Module 2

User needs and content goals

Connect content decisions to user needs, product goals and service context.

Module 3

Plain language and microcopy

Write clear interface copy, labels, messages and instructions.

Module 4

Content structure

Organise information using hierarchy, headings, navigation and page patterns.

Module 5

Testing content

Evaluate whether content is understandable, useful and ready to publish.

Module 6

Content design project

Create a practical content design case study for a realistic digital journey.

Request the brochure to view the full course syllabus or book a call to speak with an education advisor.
Includes AI certification

Certificate in
AI Fundamentals for UX

€750Free access

AI is changing the technology industry. Understanding how it works, and how to use it, is now essential for UX professionals. That's why all students of the Professional Diploma in UX Design get free access to our new Certificate in AI Fundamentals for UX course.

Across three live masterclasses you will learn:
  • How AI works
    Understand why AI is different to regular software. Talk confidently about LLMs, transformers, tokenisation and other core concepts.
  • How AI is being deployed
    See how companies are using AI in practice. Learn what AI projects involve and how they are different for design and product teams.
  • How to prompt effectively
    Prompting is a key skill for working with AI. Learn how to structure clear, effective prompts that boost your productivity.
  • AI for user research
    Learn how AI can help you become a faster, more efficient researcher. Conduct research, extract insights, map journeys and generate personas at speed.
  • AI for design
    Learn how AI can increase your design productivity. Create user stories, write microcopy and build interactive prototypes more quickly and effectively.
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Developed by industry experts

The course was created by a team of highly-experienced UX designers and researchers. It's a course developed by professionals for professionals.

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Colman Walsh
CEO and Founder
@Pixel Craft Academy
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Rachael Joyce
Head of Product and Research
@Pixel Craft Academy
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Chris Donnelly
Design Principal
@Each&Other
NC
Mitchell Clements
Product Design Manager
@nCino, Inc
GR
Emilie Mazurek
Senior Product Designer
@Gravity
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Gareth Dunlop
Speaker and Consultant
Experience Design

Validated by design leaders

High standards are maintained by an independent team of design leaders who oversee the development of our curriculum and validate that it is what the industry - and hiring managers - are looking for.

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Portfolio

Build an industry-ready UX portfolio

Develop your UX portfolio and demonstrate your job readiness through a series of real-world projects.

  • Master Figma, the industry design tool
    Through your practical projects you'll master the industry-standard design tool.
  • Personalised feedback
    Your dedicated mentor will give you personalised project guidance and feedback during one-to-one video calls.
  • Portfolio guidance
    Get expert advice and support from your mentor to build a standout portfolio.
"The skills I gained combined with the portfolio I created was the perfect combination for me to take the next step in my career. I have no doubt it helped me land my role as a UX Designer at IBM."
Luke Bracken · UX Designer @IBM
Support

An expert team dedicated
to your success

A team of professional mentors, in-house tutors and career guidance experts will guide you every step of the way, providing support, feedback, and insight to help you reach your full potential.

One-to-one mentoring

You'll be assigned a dedicated, personal mentor with at least 10+ years professional experience working as a UX designer. You'll get the guidance, support and feedback you need to complete the course successfully.

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Nadia Bosman
Senior UX Design Specialist
@Vodacom
MA
Andrew McCrea
Digital Experience Director
@Mammoth
WA
Leticia Miranda
Lead Product Designer
@Warner Bros. Discovery
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Conor McCann
Product Manager
@CreevX
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Estee Jacobs
Design Lead
@Entelect
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Sean Dunn
UX/UI Lead
@Equal Experts

Career guidance

To get you career-ready, you will have access to one-to-one sessions with our expert career guidance team.

  • Portfolio preparation
    Create a professional UX portfolio that highlights your skills and projects.
  • Crafting applications and resumes
    Learn to craft CVs and job applications that showcase your strengths.
  • Preparing for interviews
    Get expert tips to confidently present your portfolio and answer common interview questions.

Tutors help at every step

Our in-house team of tutors are available every day to answer your questions and give you personalised project feedback.

  • Daily tutor support
    Get answers to your course queries and guidance from dedicated in-house tutors every day.
  • Personalised feedback
    Receive constructive feedback and encouragement to stay on track and succeed.
"Having the support of the tutors throughout the course was invaluable. Their guidance and encouragement made all the difference."
Valentina Cairo · Freelance UX/UI Designer
Free consultation

Need to talk to an expert?

Book a free, no pressure consultation with one of our education advisors. From teachers to taxi drivers, our team has helped thousands of people from different backgrounds make a career transition with our UX course.

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What will you talk about on the call?
  • Your background
    Is UX for you?
  • Your skills
    Are they transferable to UX?
  • Working in UX design
    What is the job really like? How is AI changing design?
  • The UX job market
    What do you need to land your first role?
  • Salaries
    What do UX Designers earn?
  • Career switching
    How do you move to UX from a different career?
  • UX or UI
    What is the difference between them?
  • Course flexibility
    Can I fit the course in around my busy schedule?
Success stories

Our students find jobs they love

Thousands of our students have started rewarding careers with great companies. You can too.

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Chandika Aruthkumar
Product Owner
@FNB South Africa
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Deborah Iaria
Product Designer
@Apple
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Samantha Cortijo
Data Annotation Analyst
@Apple
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Paula Rimmer
UX/UI Designer
@Cabinet Office Digital
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Milica Milovanovic
Senior Success Manager
@Shopify
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John Kousserta
Design Specialist
@EDF (UK)
Next course starts
4 June 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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