2-Year Ordinary Diploma in UI/UX Design

Course Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters, including holidays and attachment) Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester weekly commitment: 2hrs per day Course Overview: This diploma course is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design. The program covers everything from the fundamentals of design to advanced techniques in creating intuitive, user-centered digital products. Graduates will be well-prepared to enter the field of UI/UX design in various industries.

Course Outline

Year 1

Semester 1: Introduction to UI/UX Design Week 1-4: Fundamentals of UI/UX Design

Introduction to UI/UX Design Principles
Understanding the Design Process
The Role of UI/UX in Product Development
Practical Exercises: Basic UI/UX design projects

Week 5-8: User Research and Personas

Methods of User Research
Developing User Personas and User Stories
Analyzing User Behavior and Needs
Practical Exercises: Creating user personas based on research

Week 9-12: Information Architecture and Wireframing

Principles of Information Architecture
Creating User Flows and Sitemaps
Wireframing Basics: Tools and Techniques
Practical Exercises: Designing wireframes for a sample project

Week 13-16: Visual Design and Prototyping

Design Principles: Color Theory, Typography, and Layout
Prototyping Tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)
Creating Interactive Prototypes
Practical Exercises: Building a prototype for a mobile app

Semester 2: Intermediate UI/UX Design Week 1-4: Usability Testing and User Feedback

Planning and Conducting Usability Tests
Analyzing and Implementing User Feedback
Iterative Design: Refining Prototypes
Practical Exercises: Conducting usability tests on a design project

Week 5-8: Responsive Design

Designing for Multiple Devices and Screen Sizes
Principles of Mobile-First Design
Implementing Responsive Layouts in Prototypes
Practical Exercises: Developing a responsive website design

Week 9-12: Advanced Visual Design

Creating Consistent Visual Systems
Designing for Accessibility and Inclusivity
Enhancing Visuals with Advanced Techniques
Practical Exercises: Redesigning a complex user interface

Week 13-16: Design Systems and UI Kits

Developing a Design System
Creating and Using UI Kits
Maintaining Consistency Across Products
Practical Exercises: Building a design system for a project

Year 2

Semester 3: Advanced UI/UX Design and Specialization Week 1-4: Interaction Design and Motion Graphics

Principles of Interaction Design
Designing Microinteractions and Animations
Motion Graphics Tools and Techniques
Practical Exercises: Adding interactions and animations to a prototype

Week 5-8: UX Strategy and Design Thinking

Developing a UX Strategy
Design Thinking Methodologies
Collaborating with Stakeholders and Teams
Practical Exercises: Leading a design thinking workshop

Week 9-12: Industry-Specific UI/UX

UI/UX Design for E-commerce, SaaS, and Mobile Apps
Case Studies of Successful UI/UX Designs
Tailoring UI/UX for Different User Bases
Practical Exercises: Designing for an industry-specific application

Week 13-16: UX Research and Data-Driven Design

Advanced UX Research Techniques
Analyzing and Applying UX Data
A/B Testing and Experimentation
Practical Exercises: Conducting a UX research project

Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Attachment Week 1-4: Capstone Project

Planning and Executing a Comprehensive UI/UX Project
Portfolio Development and Presentation
Feedback and Iteration on Capstone Project
Practical Exercises: Presenting the final capstone project

Week 5-8: Industry Attachment

Internship or Attachment in a UI/UX Design Role
Applying Learned Skills in Real-World Scenarios
Professional Development and Networking
Practical Experience: Working on live projects in the industry

Week 9-12: Portfolio Development and Career Preparation

Finalizing a Professional UI/UX Portfolio
Job Search Strategies and Interview Preparation
Career Pathways in UI/UX Design
Practical Exercises: Preparing for job interviews and networking

Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Examination

Comprehensive Review of All Key Concepts
Practice Projects and Portfolio Refinement
Final Examination and Assessment
Practical Exercises: Final presentation and defense of portfolio

Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "2-Year Ordinary Diploma in UI/UX Design," certifying their expertise in designing user-centered digital products. This diploma prepares graduates for roles such as UI/UX Designer, Interaction Designer, Product Designer, and more.