Product Design (UI/UX)
Learn to design beautiful, intuitive digital products using research, wireframing, prototyping, and Figma - the tool used by designers at every major tech company.
What Happens in This Programme
Our Product Design programme is a structured, beginner-friendly introduction to UX and UI design for digital products. Participants learn the full design process - from user research and information architecture through to wireframing, prototyping, visual design, and usability testing - using Figma, the industry-standard design tool used by professionals worldwide. No prior design experience is needed. Participants finish with a professional portfolio of design work ready for job applications.
Product design - combining user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design - is one of the most creative and high-demand roles in the digital economy. Product designers shape how people interact with apps, websites, and digital services, making those experiences intuitive, beautiful, and effective. This programme covers the complete product design process, from understanding users and defining problems through to delivering polished, tested designs ready for handoff to development teams.
Duration
8–12 weeks
Format
Online & In-Person
What You Will Learn
- UX design foundations: principles of usability, accessibility, and human-centred design
- User research methods: interviews, surveys, usability tests, and synthesising insights
- Defining problems: how to create personas, journey maps, and How Might We statements
- Information architecture: sitemaps, navigation patterns, and structuring digital products
- Wireframing: from low-fidelity sketches to mid-fidelity digital wireframes in Figma
- UI design principles: typography, colour theory, spacing, grid systems, and visual hierarchy
- Building design systems and reusable component libraries in Figma
- Prototyping and interaction design: creating clickable prototypes and micro-animations
- Usability testing: planning and running tests, analysing feedback, and iterating on designs
- Design handoff: preparing designs for developers using Figma Dev Mode and documentation
Who Is This For?
This programme was built for people who have been overlooked, left behind, or never shown the door in.
- You're creative and want a career in tech, but you don't want to write code.
- You use apps every day and have strong opinions about what's confusing or badly designed
- You're from a community left behind by the digital economy and want a creative tech career that's actually accessible
- You're job hunting and want to build a portfolio of real design work to show employers
- You want to shape how people experience technology, and make it work better for everyone.
Programme Benefits
- Completely free and open to everyone. No prior design or creative experience required.
- Confidence to work as a UX/UI designer or product designer across any digital product team
- A professional portfolio of real design projects ready for job applications
- Proficiency in Figma, the most widely used design tool in the UK and global tech sector
- Deep understanding of both the creative and research dimensions of product design
- Certificate of participation upon completion, supporting applications into design roles
Clear Pathway from Beginner to Job-Ready
This programme is structured across three progressive levels. You start at the beginning and build confidence, skills, and knowledge step by step.
Level 1 - Foundation
What you will cover
- Core concepts and terminology for the discipline
- Setting up your learning environment and tools
- Industry context: why this skill matters in the UK job market
- Guided introductory exercises and confidence building
- Understanding career roles and what employers look for
By the end of this level you will:
- Understand core concepts and career context
- Set up your tools and learning environment
- Build foundational confidence in the discipline
Level 2 - Intermediate
What you will cover
- Core technical skills applied to real-world scenarios
- Hands-on labs and guided practical exercises
- Industry-standard tools and workflows
- Collaborative activities and peer learning activities
- Building a portfolio of practical work
By the end of this level you will:
- Apply technical skills to real scenarios
- Build a portfolio of practical work
- Use industry-standard tools independently
Level 3 - Advanced Pathway
What you will cover
- Advanced techniques and real-world application
- Capstone project demonstrating end-to-end capability
- Industry certifications and further training pathways
- Mentorship, networking, and alumni community support
- Interview preparation and job application support
By the end of this level you will:
- Complete a capstone project
- Prepare for certifications or employment
- Progress into specialist roles or further training
Learning Approach
- Hands-on, practical training using real tools and scenarios
- Beginner-friendly delivery with no jargon or prior experience needed
- Guided labs, exercises, and step-by-step walkthroughs
- Supportive learning environment with peer and mentor access
- Online and in-person options to suit different needs and schedules
- Real-world examples drawn from industry and community contexts
Assessment & Certification
- Short quizzes and knowledge checks at the end of each module
- Practical tasks and mini-projects applied to real scenarios
- Guided reflection activities to consolidate learning
- Peer review and collaborative feedback exercises
- Certificate of Completion issued upon successful programme completion
Participants receive a certificate of completion. We are working towards recognised accreditation through industry and awarding bodies.
Progression Pathways
- Direct employment pathways in the UK digital economy
- Industry-recognised certifications in your specialist area
- Freelance and self-employment opportunities
- Progression to advanced technical programmes
- Mentorship, networking, and alumni community support
Expected Impact
What participants typically experience through this programme
Increased digital confidence and self-belief
Improved employability and job-readiness
Access to further education or training pathways
Reduced digital exclusion for people facing real barriers
Practical, real-world skill development from day one
Recognition of achievement through a certificate of completion
What You Gain
Real, measurable outcomes from Product Design (UI/UX). Skills, confidence, and clear pathways forward.
UX design foundations
principles of usability, accessibility, and human-centred design
User research methods
interviews, surveys, usability tests, and synthesising insights
Defining problems
how to create personas, journey maps, and How Might We statements
Information architecture
sitemaps, navigation patterns, and structuring digital products
Wireframing
from low-fidelity sketches to mid-fidelity digital wireframes in Figma
UI design principles
typography, colour theory, spacing, grid systems, and visual hierarchy
Outcome 7
Building design systems and reusable component libraries in Figma
Prototyping and interaction design
creating clickable prototypes and micro-animations
Usability testing
planning and running tests, analysing feedback, and iterating on designs
Design handoff
preparing designs for developers using Figma Dev Mode and documentation
Every outcome is tracked and reported, so funders, partners, and participants can see the real difference Product Design (UI/UX) makes.
Product Design (UI/UX)
Registration for this programme is not currently open. Get advance notice of the next dates below.
Please email info@globalinnovationhub.org.uk if you would like to be the first to know when we have confirmed the next dates for this course.
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