GW UX/UI Boot Camp
Learn UX/UI in 24 Weeks
In today’s technology-driven world, phrases like “responsive design” and “user-friendly interface” have become increasingly important across industries. It’s no surprise that User Experience Researcher and UI Designer are among the top 100 best jobs in America with a projected growth rate of 19% and 27% respectively.*
Now more than ever, companies need innovative thinkers with the ability to transform their businesses through optimized interfaces and seamless user experiences—and GW UX/UI Boot Camp can help you gain those skills in just 24 weeks.
*http://money.cnn.com/gallery/pf/2017/01/05/best-jobs-2017/
- Get hands-on training and instruction in high-demand UX/UI design methodology, user-centric design research, design thinking, visual prototyping and wireframing, interface design, storyboarding, visual design theory, web prototyping with HTML and CSS, interaction design with JavaScrip and more.*
- Maintain your work or college schedule by studying part-time, only three days a week, with convenient evening hours.
- Apply what you’ve learned toward building a comprehensive portfolio of projects ranging from AI sketches to mobile-responsive web layouts.
- Tap into our wide range of career-planning services to help you succeed in the field.
What Students Receive
- Through immersive instruction and complex projects, students learn both the theory and tools used by modern designers, employing user-centered design and creative tools to build compelling designs and user experiences.
- Students receive access to a tutor network, allowing them to get help both inside and outside the classroom.
- Students are equipped with the technical skills needed to be competitive in the fields of user interface design, user experience research, product management, and front-end web development.
- Those working to change career paths receive extensive career-planning assistance, including resume and social media support, portfolio reviews, interview preparation, soft skills training, coaching sessions, and more.
- Students will receive a non-credit professional certificate from GW’s College of Professional Studies, showcasing their accomplishments to future employers.
Dynamic Curriculum
Through this engaging, part-time program, students graduate with the skills and confidence to join the ranks of industry-shaping creative professionals. The curriculum covers*:
User-Centered Design Research
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Practices
- Information Architecture and User Flows
- User Need Identification
- User Experience Interviewing
- Persona Creation
- Brainstorming and Synthesis
Visual Prototyping and Wireframing
- Figma
- Sketching and Ideation
- Storytelling
- Storyboarding
- Journey Mapping
- Interactive Prototyping
- Usability Testing
User Interface Development
- UI Grids and Composition
- Color Theory
- Heuristic Evaluation
- Typography
- Interaction Design and Iconography
Web Prototyping
- HTML/CSS
- GitHub
- Bootstrap
- JavaScript
*The material covered is subject to change. Our academic team adjusts to the market demand.
Part-Time Schedule
- 24-week program
- Classes held three weekdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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