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Course Date:
21 Apr 2025 to 31 Mar 2026
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Registration Period:
01 Dec 2024 to 02 Mar 2025
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Duration/Frequency:
240 hours (1 year)
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Mode of Training:
Classroom
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Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic
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Funding:
Eligible for SkillsFuture Credit
Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed. You may register your interest and be notified when there is a new run.
Class schedule:
Every Mon and Wed
6:00pm – 7:00pm (self-directed online learning)
7.00pm - 10:00pm (face to face learning class)
Course Duration:
240 hours (11 months)
PDC to start with:
PDC1
Enquiries
For course specific details, please contact the course manager:
Name: Janelle Lee
Email: LEE_Jiaxin@sp.edu.sg
For other enquiries, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg
User Interface (UI) & User Experience (UX) design have emerged as highly sought-after skills in recent years, as organisations increasingly recognise the value of user-centred design across various industries and domains.
This Specialist Diploma equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in this rapidly growing field. By integrating problem-solving, empathy, creativity, and technical skills, you will learn how to create user experiences that meet users’ needs and establish a strong connection to a company's brand.
Throughout the Specialist Diploma, you will engage in hands-on learning that encompasses all key aspects of the UI & UX design process. This includes planning and conducting user research, defining users' needs, generating user experience design ideas, and creating and testing wireframes and interactive prototypes at various levels of fidelity. Effectively communicating the value of your designs and gaining buy-in from stakeholders, you will develop the persuasive skills necessary for successful implementation.
By the end of the course, you will learn how to apply UI & UX design principles in digital product design, design impactful mobile apps, websites, and digital interfaces that captivate users, as well as develop comprehensive design systems. Furthermore, you will acquire foundational knowledge in product management, including Scrum and Agile methodologies. These core skills will enable you to thrive in product design teams and capitalise on the multitude of job opportunities available in this dynamic and exciting field.
This Specialist Diploma is designed to provide a comprehensive education in UI & UX and consists of two modular Post Diploma Certificate (PDC) programs that can be completed over two semesters (1 year). Each PDC is composed of two modules, with classes held twice a week in evenings.
We have adopted a blended learning approach combining Synchronous and Asynchronous curated content with engaging Project-Based Learning. Through this approach, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers, participate in presentations, and gain a well-rounded learning experience.
To fully participate in the course, it is mandatory for all participants to have laptop computers and smartphones. However, necessary software will be provided (Free-of-Charge) to meet software requirements, throughout the course's duration.
Let's take a closer look at the course structure:
PDC1 Certificate in User Experience Design
Module 1 – User Experience Design
Module 2 – User Experience Research
In the PDC1 Certificate in USD, we will lay the foundations by exploring its principles and methodologies. You will learn how to create intuitive and user-centred experiences. Additionally, we will delve into User Experience Research, gathering valuable insights about users and their needs.
PDC2 Certificate in Digital Product Design
Module 3 – Digital Product Design
Module 4 – User Interface Design
In the PDC2 Certificate in Digital Product Design, we will shift our focus to gaining the skills to design compelling digital experiences. The modules will equip you with required knowledge and techniques to create impactful mobile apps, websites, and other digital interfaces. Following that, we will dive into UI Design, where you will learn how to craft visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
Please click here for Module Synopsis
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