SPECIALIST
DIPLOMA IN
UI/UX DESIGN
Learn about user interface & user experience design from highly experienced current practitioners with the latest methodology & tools available.
COURSE INTRODUCTION
The Specialist Diploma in UI/UX Design will equip students with a strong fundamental skill set in visual literacy, technical executions and design software competency. With a strong foundational pillar in place, students are able to make better decisions before execution; having strong technical skills in design software used by professionals and create / design experiences for the real world. This course is targeted at aspiring uiux designers, with or without prior design experience, where exposure to industry workings, interaction, consultations and hands-on assignments will fully prepare students for the interface design world.
Yearning for a trailblazing career as a
UI/UX DESIGNER, INTERACTION DESIGNER, PRODUCT DESIGNER, VISUAL DESIGNER... AND MANY MORE.
MODULES
ADVANCED CRITICAL THINKING
Creatives work in a fast pace environment and face many tough problems – problems that require them to solve critically and creatively while addressing users context.
USER INTERFACE DESIGN I
The User Interface Design I module introduces students to the theory and practical interface design for web design applications through the use of Figma.
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DIGITAL STUDIOS I (ILLUSTRATOR)
This module dives into the world of Adobe Illustrator, a leading vector design software. Whether you're an aspiring graphic designer or someone curious about creating digital art, this course is for you.
USER INTERFACE DESIGN II
The User Interface Design II module introduces students to the theory and practical interface design for mobile design applications through the use of Adobe XD.h the use of Adobe XD.
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DIGITAL STUDIOS II (PHOTOSHOP)
This module introduces students to the professional practice and experts’ choice of digital image editing, manipulation and photo retouching tools for graphic design and multimedia with Adobe Photoshop.
VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Allows students to explore and embark on their creative journey to discover and cultivate what it takes to become a successful visual communication designer.
USER EXPERIENCE (UX) DESIGN
Everything a designer does affects user experience. From the addition of bold lines, or the omitting of a pop up box, there is no such thing as 'non communication'.
UIUX PROJECT PRACTICUM
In the UIUX Project Practicum, students embark on their final journey of a UIUX designer and will be required to integrate all they have learnt within an industry-sourced project or a self-initiated project.
Learning Outcome
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Learning & Mastering Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator
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Have a strong grasp of visual literacy and how to use visuals to communicate with your target audiences
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Techniques & Knowledge of User Interface (UI) design with Adobe XD & Figma
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Introduction to Typography for the web interface
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Strong Critical Thinking skills to solve design and business briefs
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User Experience (UX) Design: From Conceptualisation to Execution
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Project Management and Practicum
COURSE DURATION
Full Time
30 Months ( 30 seats per class )
Part Time
22 Months ( 20 seats per class )
TIME TABLE
Full Time
12.00pm to 3.00pm or
3.00pm to 6.00pm
Weekdays
10.00am to 1.00pm
Saturdays
Part Time
Weekdays
7.00pm to 10.00pm
Saturdays
10.00am to 1.00pm
Full Time
• Extra Tutorials
• Visit Industries, Talks or Workshop
• Smaller Classes
Part Time
• Allow you to work while studying
PERKS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Singaporean:
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Applicants are to be aged 16 or above when applying
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GCE 'O' Level with minimum 3 credits (C6) or equivalent
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GCE 'N' Level with minimum of C6 for English or equivalent
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Applicants not meeting the entry requirements will need to undergo an interview
Another country:
With valid VISA
For more information for other countries, click here
FEATURED TRAINERS
AN INDIE SCHOOL THAT DOESN'T BELIEVE IN MEMORISING
Does learning with hands-on practise on various platforms, fully project-based learning, travelling overseas with your classmates to learn from more practitioners with visits to some of the biggest names in design & tech, sound like something you will enjoy?
If so, we want you to be part of our M.A.D. community.
LECTURERS
Being industry players, active in their respective fields, our lecturers stay abreast with their fast-evolving industries and impart their most up-to-date knowledge to students.
Featuring an array of award winners, from recipients of internationally acclaimed creative awards to honourable media accolades, our lecturers are well- versed in the do’s and don’ts in winning awards, and use only such lofty standards as benchmarks for their teaching.
AWARDS-LAB
At Awards Lab, everyone’s a winner!
Even without bagging an award, it’s a boiler room where students are subjected to the rigours of a creative agency environment and the demands of producing award-winning work.
Awards or not, walk away with a winning portfolio.
GLOBAL
We have an altruistic vision of exposing students all over world to all things creative, sans geographical boundaries.
From overseas trips to competitions, our students travel to New York, South Korea & Bali, etc. on an annual basis to learn from the best around the world.
DO-GOOD
Love what you do so much? Why not do projects and campaigns that will be running live and get paid through social enterprise Make The Change!
Through this school-run social enterprise, students can:
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Apply their design skills to support NGOs and other social enterprises
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Work on real-world projects for a variety of companies
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Gain valuable guidance from experienced industry professionals – and get paid for it
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Build an impressive portfolio with projects completed under Make The Change
