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In the modern digital economy, “design” is the latest buzzword. Employers everywhere are looking for creative thinkers capable of transforming their businesses through imaginative interfaces and beautiful user experiences. You too can join the ranks of these industry-shaping creative professionals.

The 24-week UX/UI Boot Camp is a challenging, part-time program that takes a multidisciplinary approach to attain proficiency in design thinking, product management, user interface design, and web design.

Throughout the course, you will gain experience with a host of popular tools and methods such as Adobe XD, InVision, agile methodology, user-centered design research, and rapid prototyping. You will also learn how these concepts are leveraged within design fields from UX research to UI development, as well as best practices for using these skills to add value to your organization.

In the past decade, the average salary for UX/UI designers has increased by more than 30%.*

* Source: https://www.nngroup.com/articles/salary-trends-usability-professionals/

Boot Camp Details

Building on the Basics

Technology companies are increasingly becoming design-focused and don’t just want but require design professionals to bring their products to the next level.
That’s why our curriculum is architected to provide a deep foundation on the core critical thinking and technical skills you need to succeed in the field. Throughout the program, expect to learn brand new skills and be challenged in solving real-world problems to demonstrate your new abilities and design mindset. By the end of the program, you will have a strong professional portfolio showcasing your work.

What You Will Learn

  • 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 will be equipped with the technical skills they need to be competitive in the fields of user experience research and user interface design and will learn skills needed for effective product management and collaboration with front-end web development teams.
  • Students gain access to a tutor network, allowing them to get help both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Students receive career-planning assistance, including:
    • Portfolio reviews, resume and social media profile support, career content and practice sessions, interview preparation, one-on-one career coaching, soft skills training, and more.
    • Access to a dedicated Profile Coach and Career Director that will work with you throughout the program and prepare you to be Employer Competitive.
  • Students will also gain industry insights through Tech Talks—quarterly online panels with local industry professionals.

Skills Gained

You will complete the program with a foundation in UX Research and User Interfaces, including*:

User-Centric Design Research:

  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Practices
  • Information Architecture and Flow
  • User Need Identification
  • User Experience Interviewing
  • Persona Creation
  • Insight Synthesis

Visual Prototyping and Wireframing:

  • Adobe XD
  • InVision
  • Google Slides
  • Storyboarding
  • Decision Mapping
  • Decision Flow Diagrams

User Interface Development:

  • Atomic Design
  • UI Grids and Composition
  • Color Theory
  • Heuristic Evaluation
  • Typography
  • Interaction Design and Iconography

Web Prototyping:

  • HTML/CSS
  • GitHub
  • Bootstrap
  • JavaScript
  • JQuery

*The material covered in this course is subject to change due to market demand.

Are you a creative, curious, and ambitious professional looking to join the Design revolution? If so--or if any of the following describes your situation--enrolling in our UX/UI Boot Camp could be a smart career move:

  • A design professional, such as a graphic designer or visual designer, who wants to attain a broader skill-set in the wake of their organization’s digital transformation.
  • A technical professional, such as a developer or help desk technician who wants to transition into the UXUI arena and understand how to apply design thinking to his/her organization's problems.
  • A manager who wants to supercharge his/her skill set to better understand the product management and/or design side of their organization.
  • A tech enthusiast looking to get his/her foot in the door in the world of design.  

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To speak with an admissions advisor, call (713) 893-7791.

Students that qualify may arrange payment plans as well as private loans (if applicable) for up to the full cost of registration. Total estimated cost of attendance $12,495.

Can I keep working while studying at the UX/UI Boot Camp?

Yes. The program was designed for working professionals who are seeking to advance their current careers or change paths. 

How long does it take to complete the program?

The program is part-time. Students can complete it in under six months (24 weeks).

Do you provide career planning support?

Yes. We offer all of our students career support and coaching as well as resume and portfolio support, interview preparation, and experiential learning opportunities.

Do I need to have previous experience in programming or UX/UI before applying?

No experience is required.

What sets your boot camp apart from others I can join in Houston or elsewhere?

We offer a part-time program that allows working professionals and students to study UX/UI without leaving their current job.

We put the student experience first, using robust analytics to track the academic journey and ensure that we provide top-quality learning.

Students benefit from a robust set of professional development services to prepare them for success as they work to advance or change careers.

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