Are you ready to take your UX career to the next level? This advanced UI/UX Design course offered by Xccelerate is designed to elevate your skills and prepare you for top-tier opportunities in the industry. Through hands-on projects using Figma and real client work, you'll dive deep into advanced UI design techniques, prototyping, user testing, and strategic design principles. This comprehensive program will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to create exceptional digital experiences that stand out in today's competitive market.
What students will learn from the course:
- Advanced UI Design Skills: Master Figma with practical exercises in prototyping, grids, and component creation for efficient design workflows.
- User Research Techniques: Conduct in-depth user research and usability testing to inform your design decisions.
- Strategic Design Application: Learn to use frameworks like service design blueprints to address customer needs effectively.
- Project Management Essentials: Develop crucial project management skills for planning and delivering successful digital products.
- Portfolio Development: Create a standout capstone project showcasing your expertise in accessibility, performance, and design best practices.
Pre-requisites or skills necessary to complete the course:
- Basic understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and composition
- Proficiency with user experience tools like Figma, preferably with past UI projects to build upon
- Familiarity with common design deliverables such as user flows and wireframes
- Experience analyzing user needs through interviews, surveys, or usability testing
- Passion for technology and solving problems through design thinking methodologies
Note: Students who have completed the Fundamentals of UX Design & Practical User Research course have a solid foundation for this advanced program.
What the course will cover:
- Core Design Theory & Principles
- UI Design Process and Figma Mastery
- Usability Testing and Developer Collaboration
- Innovation in the Design Process
- Strategic and Service Design
- Comprehensive UX Design Project
- Career Success Strategies
Who this course is for:
This course is ideal for intermediate-level designers looking to advance their careers in UX/UI design. It's perfect for:
- UX designers wanting to strengthen their UI skills
- UI designers aiming to broaden their UX knowledge
- Product designers seeking to create more user-centered experiences
- Web designers transitioning into UX/UI roles
- Professionals in related fields (e.g., marketing, product management) looking to specialize in UX/UI design
How learners can use these skills in the real world:
- Create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for websites and applications
- Conduct effective user research to inform design decisions
- Develop and maintain design systems for consistency across products
- Collaborate efficiently with development teams for seamless product delivery
- Apply strategic design thinking to solve complex business problems
- Manage UX/UI projects from conception to launch
- Improve existing digital products through data-driven design decisions
- Create accessible designs that cater to diverse user needs
- Pitch and present design solutions to stakeholders confidently
Syllabus:
- Unit 1. Core Design Theory & Principles
- Unit 2. UI Design Process
- Unit 3. Usability Testing
- Unit 4. Innovation in the Design Process
- Unit 5. UX Design Project
Each unit contains multiple sub-topics covering various aspects of UX/UI design, from color theory and typography to prototyping, usability testing, and strategic design frameworks. The course culminates in a comprehensive UX design project and career development guidance.