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Start Your User Experience Design Journey

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Gain insight into user experience industry expectations, career paths, and entry-level roles, while building practical skills using tools like Figma for basic design and prototyping.

Duration
As few as 6 weeks
Units
2.0
Current Formats
Hybrid
Cost
Starting at $510.00

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This program is perfect for...

Those new to User Experience who want to dive in and learn about the field
Those in a related area (like design) who want to incorporate User Experience principles in their work
Those who may be interested in the certificate program and want to get a head start
Those looking to become an apprentice or intern at a startup or tech company

What you can learn.

Speak in the vocabulary of a professional UX designer
Recognize user experience design problems and iterate solution proposals
Conduct exploratory research to identify and clarify problems and setup digital product requirements
Present design work to an audience to get feedback and gather support

About This Course

This 6-week Bootcamp introduces the fundamentals of user experience design through a mix of in-person and virtual sessions. Ideal for beginners and career changers, the course covers core UX terminology, the design process, and what it’s like to work as a UX designer today. Students will gain insight into industry expectations, career paths, and entry-level roles, while building practical skills using tools like Figma for basic design and prototyping. The course concludes with a hands-on project where students will apply what they’ve learned to solve a real design problem, creating a portfolio-ready piece.

Fall 2026 Schedule

Date
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
REG#
409819
Fee:
$510.00
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Remote Classroom
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes

This hybrid section is made up of Live Zoom and In-Person instruction.

International Students: This hybrid section is not considered in person for immigration purposes.

Deadline
No refunds after October 03, 2026
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Oct 10, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 17, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Sat Oct 24, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Discussion
Sat Oct 31, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Sat Nov 7, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Sat Nov 14, 2026
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood