Professional Diploma in
UX Design
The industry standard UX design course. Learn the full UX process from research to prototyping, with new content on how AI is shaping the field.
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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.
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.
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.
DIPLOMA
A university credit-rated course means:
- Highest quality standardsMeets the highest quality standards of the UK higher education system.
- Rigorous review processThe curriculum has undergone a rigorous review process and is regularly audited.
- Valued by employersThe course is recognised and valued by employers around the world.
Professional Diploma
in UX Design
"Employers recognise the credit-rating. It enhanced my credibility and marketability. And it opened up new opportunities for me in the job market."
A comprehensive, in-depth curriculum
Self-paced learning gives you the flexibility to study in your own time. Monthly deadlines and submissions give you structure and accountability. Our UX design course gives you the best of both worlds.
Introduction to UX design
Gain a deep understanding of the UX process, including how AI is influencing the field.
User research fundamentals
Learn why research underpins UX—and how AI can support and plan your approach.
User research methods
Master usability testing, surveys and more, and understand the limits of using AI for real research.
Research analysis
Translate research into insights, with support from AI-powered analysis techniques.
Introduction to portfolios
Start to build your UX portfolio to showcase your project work.
Heuristics
Understand how to use heuristics to assess the usability of your products.
Structure and navigation
Learn how to define a clear structure and information architecture for your products.
Interactions
Understand the key components of an interaction and how they facilitate smooth user experiences.
Introduction to Figma
Get familiar with Figma — the industry-standard design tool.
Design principles
Discover how you can harness the power of design principles to create high-quality products.
Design patterns
Master design patterns to create intuitive and consistent user experiences.
Designing for mobile
Learn how to design for mobile websites and applications.
User workflows
Understand the importance of designing effective workflows, to help users complete common tasks efficiently.
Prototyping in Figma
Build interactive prototypes in Figma, with a look at emerging AI prototyping tools.
Getting job-ready
Expand your portfolio and start to prepare for job applications and interviews.
Certificate in
AI Fundamentals for UX
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.
- How AI worksUnderstand why AI is different to regular software. Talk confidently about LLMs, transformers, tokenisation and other core concepts.
- How AI is being deployedSee 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 effectivelyPrompting is a key skill for working with AI. Learn how to structure clear, effective prompts that boost your productivity.
- AI for user researchLearn how AI can help you become a faster, more efficient researcher. Conduct research, extract insights, map journeys and generate personas at speed.
- AI for designLearn how AI can increase your design productivity. Create user stories, write microcopy and build interactive prototypes more quickly and effectively.
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.
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.
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 toolThrough your practical projects you'll master the industry-standard design tool.
- Personalised feedbackYour dedicated mentor will give you personalised project guidance and feedback during one-to-one video calls.
- Portfolio guidanceGet 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."
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.
Career guidance
To get you career-ready, you will have access to one-to-one sessions with our expert career guidance team.
- Portfolio preparationCreate a professional UX portfolio that highlights your skills and projects.
- Crafting applications and resumesLearn to craft CVs and job applications that showcase your strengths.
- Preparing for interviewsGet 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 supportGet answers to your course queries and guidance from dedicated in-house tutors every day.
- Personalised feedbackReceive 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."
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.
Book a call- Your backgroundIs UX for you?
- Your skillsAre they transferable to UX?
- Working in UX designWhat is the job really like? How is AI changing design?
- The UX job marketWhat do you need to land your first role?
- SalariesWhat do UX Designers earn?
- Career switchingHow do you move to UX from a different career?
- UX or UIWhat is the difference between them?
- Course flexibilityCan I fit the course in around my busy schedule?
Our students find jobs they love
Thousands of our students have started rewarding careers with great companies. You can too.
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Pay monthly
Most flexible- • Based on 9 monthly payments
- • Includes €130 admin fee
- • 0% interest
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