UX Design

Teen Programs UX Des

July 4, 2023 - July 28, 2023
9:00am - 4:00pm (Pacific Time)
Monday to Friday | 4 weeks
On campus format

Students: Ages 16-18 years, or who have completed Grade 10 by July 1, 2023.
Tuition: Save $200 with the early bird rate if you register by March 31, 2023. View registration and tuition information, and register now.

User Experience (UX) Designers are some of today’s most in-demand professionals. Get an introduction to this field, engage your creativity and expand your design skills in this Summer Institute for Teens studio. No previous experience is needed; your instructor will guide you every step of the way! Through practical assignments and design sprints, you will become familiar with the design thinking process, grow your visual literacy skills and learn to design through the lens of accessibility and usability to create products that will engage your users. Learn to use observation, research and empathy to understand end user’s needs, and to use UX Design tools to build mock-ups to test the user experience of your designs. You will come away with transferable problem-solving skills and an understanding of how you can positively impact the world through human-centered design.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this studio, you will be able to:

  • Apply basic knowledge of visual design to all projects
  • Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills working in design projects individually and collaboratively
  • Gain an understanding of the UX design process, from understanding your user to testing prototypes
  • Become familiar with key UX design methods and tools, and gain hands-on experience with the design sprint
  • Appreciate the value of empathy when understanding users’ needs and testing for accessibility
  • Gain insight into UX design best practices and apply these principles to your own design projects

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