UX Design

UX Design is a program taught at West Valley College, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Certificate in UX Design at West Valley College prepares students for entry-level positions in user experience design and development. The program focuses on foundation skills in strategic thinking, planning, iterative prototyping, and proficiency with technology platforms used in interactive design. Students plan, develop, test, and market web and app design solutions with an emphasis on visual flow, functionality, code, accessibility standards, and user experience guidelines.

The certificate includes core requirements totaling 21 units, with courses that cover design foundations, design thinking, Adobe tools, and UX design. Students complete design projects that can support a transition to internship, freelance, or contract positions. It also includes elective options and a total certificate requirement of 25 to 25.5 units.

Modules

• GDES001 Adobe Creative Apps for Graphic Design
• GDES003 Introduction to Graphic Design
• GDES004 Design Thinking
• GDES008 Photoshop for Designers
• GDES020A UX Design 1
• GDES020B UX Design 2
• ARTS031A Beginning Drawing
• GDES002 History of Media and Communication
• GDES009 Introduction to Typography
• GDES011 Blogs and Site Development: WordPress
• GDES012A Introduction to Internet Marketing
• GDES012B Social Media Marketing

The minimum requirements for admission in UX Design at West Valley College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by West Valley College.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by West Valley College as pre-requiste for admission in UX Design.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

To be awarded a certificate, a student must: Complete all the program requirements. Earn a grade of “C” (or "P") or better for all required courses.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.westvalley.edu/catalog/programs/ux-design-certificate-of-achievement.html

• Front-end Web Developer or Designer
• App Developer
• UX/UI Designer
• Graphic Designer
• Interactive Media Designer
• Digital and Social Media Marketer
• Visual Designer

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.