UX Design Learning Pathway

Build expertise through structured modules that progress from foundational concepts to advanced practice. Our curriculum adapts to your pace while maintaining industry standards.

1

Foundation & Research Methods

Starting with user psychology and research fundamentals, you'll learn how people interact with digital products. This stage builds your analytical thinking and introduces you to the tools that inform every design decision.

User Research Techniques

Interviews, surveys, and observational studies that reveal user needs and behaviors

Data Analysis & Insights

Converting research findings into actionable design recommendations

Persona Development

Creating realistic user profiles based on research data

Journey Mapping

Visualizing user experiences across touchpoints and interactions

2

Design Systems & Prototyping

Moving from research to creation, you'll master the tools and methodologies that bring ideas to life. This phase emphasizes systematic thinking and iterative design processes.

Wireframing & Information Architecture

Structuring content and creating low-fidelity layouts for optimal user flow

Interactive Prototyping

Building testable prototypes using Figma, Sketch, and other industry tools

Component Libraries

Designing reusable elements that maintain consistency across products

Usability Testing

Running tests with real users to validate design decisions

3

Advanced Practice & Portfolio

The final stage focuses on real-world application and professional presentation. You'll tackle complex projects while building a portfolio that demonstrates your problem-solving abilities.

Complex Product Design

End-to-end design process for multi-feature digital products

Accessibility & Inclusive Design

Ensuring products work for users with diverse abilities and contexts

Design Strategy

Aligning design decisions with business goals and user outcomes

Portfolio Development

Presenting your work through compelling case studies and narratives

Assessment & Progress Tracking

P

Project Reviews

Structured feedback sessions where you present work to industry professionals. These reviews mirror real client presentations and help develop communication skills alongside design abilities.

C

Peer Critiques

Collaborative sessions where learners review each other's work. You'll practice giving constructive feedback while gaining fresh perspectives on your own designs.

S

Skill Challenges

Time-bound exercises that test specific competencies. These challenges simulate the fast-paced nature of design work and help identify areas for focused improvement.

Specialization Tracks

Mobile-First Design

Focus on touch interfaces, responsive design patterns, and mobile user behaviors. Perfect for those interested in app development and mobile-centric products.

  • Native iOS and Android design patterns
  • Progressive web app interfaces
  • Touch gesture design and micro-interactions
  • Mobile accessibility standards

Enterprise & B2B Systems

Complex workflows, data visualization, and productivity tools. This track prepares you for designing sophisticated applications used by professionals in their daily work.

  • Dashboard and analytics interfaces
  • Workflow optimization and automation
  • Multi-user collaboration features
  • Data-heavy interface design

Service Design & Strategy

Holistic approach to user experience across multiple touchpoints. Learn to design entire service ecosystems rather than individual digital products.

  • Service blueprints and customer journey design
  • Stakeholder mapping and ecosystem thinking
  • Omnichannel experience design
  • Business model integration with UX strategy

Learning Mentors

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Kira Voss

Senior UX Researcher

Kira spent eight years at fintech startups, where she developed user research methodologies for complex financial products. Her approach combines quantitative analysis with deep user empathy.

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Sage Montgomery

Product Design Lead

After leading design teams at three successful product companies, Sage brings practical insights about scaling design systems and managing design processes in fast-moving environments.

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River Chen

Accessibility Specialist

River's background in assistive technology design gives her unique perspective on inclusive design practices. She helps teams understand how accessibility improvements benefit all users.