Short course
With more and more people consuming online content across multiple devices, great user experiences (UX) for customers have become a critical factor to a company’s success. In this ten week theory and practical based Level 3 Skills Bootcamp in UI/UX Design, you’ll learn all about this, whilst developing the fundamental skills to start your journey as a User Interface (UI) /User Experience (UX) Designer, set yourself up as self-employed or help you secure new freelance work.
You'll learn how to use industry standard tools to realise your ideas and answer problems when working on industry briefs and challenges. You’ll also explore key aspects of the design process and work on projects to develop and present the practical skills you've learned.
You must be aged 19+ to apply. We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
"Our tutors were very helpful and informative and were always on hand to support us when needed. I learnt a lot from this Skills Bootcamp."
Liam, Student, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design
UX/UI design involves the design of the entire process of acquiring and integrating a product, including aspects of branding, design, usability and functionality.
In this ten week Skills Bootcamp you’ll explore the core fundamentals of user experience and user interface design including user research, the design process, ideation, wireframing, prototyping, user testing and working with industry standard tools.
Throughout the ten weeks you'll receive 25 hours of career and employment support and 15 hours of mentor support.
Alongside this, you'll have the opportunity to attend an online workshop exploring the fundamentals of web development.
Teaching will take place online, with the opportunity to attend in person workshops, which will be outlined to you within your first week. You'll receive six hours of compulsory online teaching a week.
You'll also have the opportunity to attend an optional Figma practical session every week from week two of your course, this will be one hour in length on a Wednesday.
You'll be taught by highly experienced lecturers and also benefit from guest speakers, group exercises, and online learning.
It's important to note that you're expected to spend at least five hours outside of teaching on independent study to support your learning. Your lecturers will support you with reading activities to do during your independent study.
Our wellbeing, employability and careers programme focuses on an evidence-based approach, integrating a positive psychological and coaching approach with employability and career skills. Through conversations, connections and collaborations, these can facilitate positive changes and grow a supportive community.
Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to navigate the job market, portfolio careers and self-employment successfully and to thrive in your career.
To facilitate the building of connection and community you'll be offered a one-to-one wellbeing and careers coaching session when you start your Skills Bootcamp. There'll be two further opportunities to have a one-to-one coaching session during and after your course.
During your course you'll have access to:
These sessions will be outlined to you within your first week. A number of these sessions will be integrated into your core teaching time, with others sitting outside of the main hours.
Throughout your Skills Bootcamp journey, your progress will be reviewed in multiple formats which could include verbal and written feedback, peer feedback, formal assessments and 1-2-1 progress reviews with a Skills Bootcamp team member. You'll also create and deliver a course project where you’ll have the opportunity to showcase the skills you've learned.
The formal assessments will happen at key points during the course but are not pass-or-fail. They are a tool for us to identify your strengths and weaknesses to help us give you the best opportunity to reach your goals during the Skills Bootcamp.
After completing the Skills Bootcamp in UX/UI Design you'll possess the skills needed to pursue an entry-level role as a:
You’ll also be able to apply these skills to set yourself up as self employed or to help secure freelance work.
Unite Students is the leading provider of student accommodation in the UK. They provide a home for 70,000 students, across 162 properties, in 23 leading university towns and cities. Their accommodation is high quality and affordable as well as safe and secure. They're committed to raising standards in the student accommodation sector for their customers, investors and employees. The Unite UX team will be joining us on the Skills Bootcamp to run an exciting interactive UI workshop.
Transform Digital is a design and digital marketing consultancy with creativity at the core. They believe that digital marketing is more than just looking good. It’s about voicing who you are, what you do, and why you do it: through branding, design, photography, videography and high-performing SEO, PPC and social campaigns.
The Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills (Ofsted) regulates the Skills Bootcamps. They inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. They also inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people.
This means that all Skills Bootcamp providers must meet Ofsted’s framework regulations, therefore, ensuring you have a good experience on your learning journey. However, at any point during the delivery of the Skills Bootcamp, the University might be inspected by Ofsted. While this won't impact your day-to-day participation on the course, Ofsted might request to speak to you to gain insights into your Skills Bootcamp experience.
Find out more about how Bath Spa University works and the standards to which we hold ourselves:
In November, Unite Students held a day of workshops, talks and mock interviews for our Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing students.
Marie Draper reflects on her experience of the day and how having industry experts helped put teaching into a real-life context.
Read more about Marie's experience
You don't need any prior knowledge to complete this short course. Whether you're looking to change career or start your own business, our free Skills Bootcamp in UI/UX Design shows you can bring your broader work and life experience together with new digital skills.
You'll develop your employability and soft skills based on proven methods for CV and personal statement writing and interview techniques. You'll also gain knowledge of techniques in confidence, resiliency, communication and problem-solving.
Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design student Madeleine Perry recounts her experience on the course. She tells us her top tips for completing a Skills Bootcamp and her highlights of the 12 weeks.
Read Maddie's story
“Our tutors were very responsive to messages outside of teaching and made it clear that additional support was available if we needed it. I'm so grateful for the experience and will recommend this Skills Bootcamp to others.”
Nicola P, Student, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design
You should have aspirations for a career in the creative industries using digital technology, be looking to use the skills learnt to set up a self-employed business, or looking to secure new work. You may be interested in web design, UX/UI design, agile project management or app development. While some previous knowledge is desirable, the most important factor is a positive mindset.
You must:
Your device can be either a personal Windows device or a work device. If you're using a work device you'll need full admin rights and enough RAM and memory to support your studies.
Your device should be able to hold a steady internet connection and be able to download and work with tools such as Microsoft Teams and Figma.
Your computer will also need a working microphone, speakers and web camera.
This course cannot be undertaken on a mobile device.
Before you start your course it’s important to make sure that your computer is in working order and is properly equipped for your course. You need to be prepared for any situation that could arise, for example contributing within class.
If your microphone and camera don't work you will struggle to participate.
Our Skills Bootcamp in UX/UI Design is funded by the Department for Education (DfE) and therefore is free. We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
If you're being sent for training by your employer, your employer will need to pay up to 30% of the total fees depending on the size of the company. If this is the case, please contact us at shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk for more details.
This course is now full. Please register your interest to hear about upcoming courses.
“The Skills Bootcamp was hard work and stretched me at times, particularly the coding, but I got such a sense of achievement when it went right.”
Jo Woodward, Student, Skills Bootcamp in Creative Computing: UI/UX Design
After completing your Skills Bootcamp you’ll be supported by your Career Development Coach for six months. This includes help with putting together a business plan. You’ll have access to additional training such as our Entrepreneurship for Beginners short course.
During and after your course you’ll be invited to a Skills Bootcamps students and alumni LinkedIn group in which you can network and celebrate your career success with your fellow learners.
Once you’ve finished your Skills Bootcamp you’ll be sent a monthly newsletter with the latest job vacancies and networking events.
As our Skills Bootcamps are fully funded by the Department for Education, there is an expectation that you'll keep in touch with us to let us know about any career progression opportunities you receive after completing the short course. You’ll be provided with a short declaration form to fill out once you've secured new work.
If you have any queries please contact shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk
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