UX Design, Undergraduate Certificate

Contact Information

Nan Hu
Associate Professor
Art & Design
R.C. Vance Academic Center
RVAC 324100
nanh@ccsu.edu

Undergraduate Certificate in UX Design

Central to User Experience

Central’s Undergraduate Certificate in UX Design prepares students for careers in user experience (UX) design and related fields through a structured, interdisciplinary curriculum. The program integrates visual design, marketing, statistics, and computer science, while providing hands-on training in user-centered design principles, research methodologies, and technical skills. This offers a clear pathway for students to advance toward a full degree in UX design or related fields, accommodating those who choose to pursue further education in this area.

Program Features

  • 12-credit program
  • State-of-the-art computer labs
  • Hands-on research projects
  • Real world experience
  • Open to design majors and non-majors
  • No prior UX design experience required
  • Features an industry-relevant curriculum
  • Builds a strong UX design portfolio

Student Outcomes / Learning Outcomes

  1. A comprehensive understanding of industry-specific UX design terminology and principles to communicate effectively in professional contexts.
  2. The proficiency in applying diverse user-centered research methods, including data collection and analysis, to inform UX design solutions.
  3. The ability to apply interdisciplinary skills to address UX design challenges for problem-solving.
  4. The skills of creating and presenting a professional UX design portfolio for career applications.