UX Design Institute

From start to finish, the course provides an excellent foundation to understand exactly what UX Design is about and your role as a UX Designer. The theory, techniques, background reading and projects lets you understand exactly what is expected of you in the working world. 

The student support team is beyond brilliant. The feedback provided grows with the difficulty of each project and by my final project, I was given extremely patient and in-depth guidance that made me understand how I could improve my final project and how much the details do matter. And they matter a LOT. 

If you're working full time and worried about how you can juggle this course, I tackled it while working full time and had to take the year track. They are very patient, do not judge you on your pace and answer all questions with a kindness that any stressed-out student will really appreciate. 

My only thoughts on improvement would be having a little more detail on the minor research techniques. The main one (usability testing) was covered in exceptional detail but I believe a few practical projects (even not mandatory) in the others might help improve confidence when applying for jobs (as I do see them listed as a criteria). 

Overall, very happy with my experience and as soon as the budget allows, I intend to sign up for their other courses! Read less

The Professional Diploma in UX Design exceeded my expectations in every way. The curriculum was exceptionally well-structured, covering a wide range of essential UX principles and practices. 

The course content was not only informative but also practical, allowing me to apply what I learned to real-world projects. The guidance and feedback from the instructors were invaluable and greatly contributed to my growth as a UX designer. 

One of the standout aspects of the program was the emphasis on user-centered design. It not only taught me how to create user-friendly interfaces but also instilled in me a deep understanding of the user’s perspective. 

Completing this diploma has not only expanded my knowledge but also boosted my confidence in my UX design abilities. I feel well-prepared to take on any challenges in the field. 

I highly recommend the UX Design Institute to anyone looking to pursue a career in UX design or enhance their existing skills. It’s a comprehensive and rewarding journey that I’m grateful to have undertaken.  Read less

UX des gn institute has been an exceptional academic experience for me. The institute's constructive feedback has been invaluable, fostering a growth-oriented learning environment.

Completing the certificate took me 11 months, a timeframe that speaks to the flexibility of the school. Balancing this program with other offline certifications was made possible by the accommodating nature of the curriculum and the support of the facility. 

Their prompt and precise responses to emails showcase a commitment to student success. The kindness and approachability of the staff create a supportive community that I am grateful to be a part of. UX design institute goes beyond academics; it's a place that genuinely cares about its students. Read less

This user had a great experience! I enjoyed the course from the beginning through the projects till the very end, the personnel are very helpful and professional. I recommend for everyone looking to start their UX journey or looking to grow further as you will learn a lot of valuable knowledge and skills. Read less

I learned a lot of things and many techniques that would have come in handy many times in the years I have been working as a graphic designer, and I am looking forward to using all of it in future projects. The many projects and lessons offered in this course did not disappoint. The team of UXDI were always helpful, easy to reach and fast to respond. If you are interested in becoming a UX-designer, I would absolutely recommend this course. Read less

I have recently completed and graduated the UX Design Course and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience! The content was engaging, the instructors were knowledgeable, and the resources provided were invaluable. This course not only expanded my understanding of UX Design, but it also equipped me with practical skills I can apply in my career. Kudos to the entire team for creating such a positive learning environment. Highly recommend! 🌟 Read less

I recently completed the "Professional Diploma in UX Design," and it was an absolute game-changer for someone like me, who's been tinkering with website design and online businesses for years. My wife pointed me in the direction of this 6-month course, and I'm so glad she did. I now feel I have the knowledge to take my existing (and future) websites to the next level.

The course seamlessly blended theory and hands-on experience through a series of projects that immersed me in real-world design concepts. The short video tutorials were incredibly informative, and the webinars provided valuable insights. What stood out for me was the engaged Slack channel for students – a dynamic space for sharing ideas, troubleshooting, and networking.

The modules were well-structured, making it easy to grasp complex concepts. Overall, a must for anyone serious about taking their UX design skills to the next level. Read less

I've just earned my Professional Diploma in UX Design and I'd like to share some insights. Feeling the need for change, I was driven to take control of my professional journey. Coming from a visual arts background, human-centred design was a natural fit. After researching and interviewing with representatives from several institutes, the UX Design Institute stood out as the best choice for reaching my next milestone. I'm thrilled with the outcome. The course was seamless, accessible, and packed with learning resources, including webinars led by industry experts. Although building a portfolio presents challenges, I'm equipped with impactful projects and post-graduate career coaching for support. I highly recommend this program and hope others enjoy it as much as I did.

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I loved this course with the ux design institute! 😍 The course is clear and precise and you really can't get lost! Of course, you have to be rigorous and do the work and watch the videos, but the team is always there to help and support you! 🔥
As a non-native English speaker, I was still able to follow the course in English without any difficulty because everything is clear and the speakers on the video speak clearly and distinctly! 🙏🏻
The projects are relevant and provide great ux design knowledge! A big thank you to the team for their work and support! 
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I started studying online in July 2022. I had a full-time 4 shift job, but I had time to do the course. It was very essential to me that I could extend the course up to 12 months. Most of the course was very well, but because I am not from Ireland, it takes a little extra focus to understand that variant / dialect of english. On Webinars it is recommended that they use good external microphones and not the laptop mic. The sound was sometimes not the best. I am overall very satisfied, and I jumped on a new course - UX Research. Robert Kvilhaug - Norway Read less

Highly recommended! It was at a very high level, there were excellent instructors, Glasgow Caledonian University credit-rated. 
Relevant and accessible content, and it could all be completed remotely at my own pace. My portfolio was built based on the projects submitted during the course. I gained a solid understanding of user experience processes and increased my confidence, even without prior experience. Read less

I can highly recommend this course, because of the next reasons: 
1) Good structure in this course
2) Amazing teachers
3) All important knowledge you will have after all modules 
4) Practice tasks is very close to real job tasks
5) Interviews with people, who already working in UX industry
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I've decided to take this course so that I can get my foot in the door as a UX designer, it was so much more than what I expected. I have greatly enjoyed the course. It not only offers a well-structured learning experience through hands-on activities but also provides opportunities to gain insights from seasoned UX designers. Additionally, we have the chance to hear from course graduates about how they successfully landed their first job as UX designers. I'm taking another course from the institute! Five stars all the way! Read less

Good course, well structured. Since I didn't come from a design background, the course took me slightly longer than the 6month suggested timetable, but you have course access for 1 year so this was plenty of time. The course work gives a solid base for your portfolio, which is helpful. All tutors/staff were helpful when I reached out to them Read less

The course has proven to be of great value, as I have acquired new skills in task flow creation, information architecture design, wireframing, and style guideline development. I am excited to put my newfound knowledge into practice in my professional responsibilities.  Read less

I was looking to enroll in a UX course that has substance but didn't want to go back to college or university due to the rigid schedules (I've got a full time job & 2 young kids). When I found this course, I got really excited because it lead to a tangible accreditation and allowed me to go at my own pace. It was challenging but incredibly interesting and relevant. I'm really glad I did it. Just to give some context: My background is in UI design and front-end development, therefore I was already familiar with some of the concepts introduced in the lectures but it gave me the tools to back my design decisions. There was also A LOT I didn't know and I was able to apply this newly learned UX knowledge immediately during my day job. I can say with assurance that the course's content is relevant and useful. 

Pros:
- Diploma & university credits upon completion.
- Flexible schedule (6-12 months).
- 11 assignments (3 of which are optional) to apply learned  knowledge and validate your understanding.
- They host many monthly webinars during which you can get feedback on your assignments before submitting and see what other people's assignments are like. This is helpful to see what type of project and quality is expected.
- The course is divided in 4 blocks (Research, Analysis, Concept & Design) and follows the same sequence as a real-life UX project.
- You have access to Slack channels where you can ask questions, reach out to other students in your cohort, or just look at what UX topics people are talking about. It made me feel a bit more connected.
- If you've been inactive too long, they send you automated reminder emails but without being annoying. I loved that because it kept me in track when a 1 week break turned into 3 :)
- They host webinars with UX professionals in the field and you can ask questions.
- They have a lecture and webinar on how to prepare your portfolio.

Cons:
- I found the "mentors" on slack to be... not great. It really depends who you talk to. I reached out only once and felt like I was shut down, asking me to instead submit my work for review during a webinar.
- Webinars can be helpful before you start working on your own assignment, but I found that the quality of the feedback given really depends on the mentor hosting. I kept hoping for Faolan every webinar because he makes project requirements very clear. No room for interpretation.
- I wish they had been clearer on what the free version of Figma can/cannot do and shared examples of mid-fidelity prototypes as part of the lecture. I would've spent a lot less time trying to figure out how to create the level of interactivity I wanted within Figma. Mind you, I already had experience building interactive prototypes using UXPin...
- The only area where I feel I am lacking now is how to conduct unbiased interview or usability tests. It can be challenging to ask the right questions after a response to get to the core values or to recover from mistakes (leading questions). I wish they had provided more guidance on this and links to examples of good interviews. Read less