User Experience Design - Course Structure
UI/UX Design Program Overview
Are you passionate about creating intuitive, user-centered designs that enhance digital experiences? Our UI/UX Design Program equips aspiring designers with the skills and knowledge to create seamless, user-friendly interfaces that drive engagement. Whether you're aiming to work with leading tech companies or develop your own innovative products, this program will set you on the path to success in the ever-evolving field of design.
Why Choose Our UI/UX Design Program?
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Master the fundamentals of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, including design principles, usability, user research, wireframing, prototyping, and interaction design.
- Hands-On Projects: Build your portfolio with real-world projects, from user research to prototype testing, guided by industry experts. You'll create designs that meet both user needs and business goals.
- State-of-the-Art Tools: Gain access to the latest design software, including Figma, Adobe XD, and other industry-standard tools, to create and refine your designs.
- Industry Connections: Benefit from guest lectures, mentorships, and networking opportunities with top design professionals and organizations.
What You’ll Learn
- UI/UX Design Principles: Understand the foundational principles of creating effective and visually appealing user interfaces and positive user experiences.
- User Research and Persona Development: Learn how to conduct research, analyze data, and create personas that reflect the needs and behaviors of your target users.
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Develop skills to create wireframes and prototypes that bring your designs to life and test them with users to ensure they meet expectations.
- Interaction Design: Gain expertise in creating smooth, intuitive interactions that ensure a seamless and enjoyable user journey.
- Usability Testing: Learn how to design, conduct, and analyze usability tests to refine your designs based on user feedback.
- Collaboration with Developers: Work closely with developers to ensure your designs are not only user-friendly but also functional and technically feasible.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our UI/UX Design Program are prepared for a wide range of roles, including:
- UI Designer
- UX Designer
- Interaction Designer
- Information Architect
- Usability Analyst
- Product Designer
- UX Writer
Join the Future of Digital Design
With the digital design industry rapidly growing, there has never been a better time to turn your passion for creating exceptional user experiences into a fulfilling career. Enroll today and begin your journey toward designing interfaces that shape the future of technology!
Semester 1
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INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN THINKING |
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DESIGN SKETCHING - I |
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COLOUR THEORY |
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DESIGN PRINCIPLES |
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FOUNDATION IN ART AND DESIGN - I |
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KANNADA KALI |
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CONSTITUTION OF INDIA |
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TECHNICAL ENGLISH |
Semester 2
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DESIGN COMMUNICATION |
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MINI PROJECT-I |
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NEED IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS |
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DESIGN SKETCHING - II |
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FOUNDATION IN ART AND DESIGN-II |
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PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY |
Semester 3
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ERGONOMICS |
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BASICS OF WEB PROGRAMMING |
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REPRESENTATION TECHNIQUES |
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USER INTERFACE DESIGN I |
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GRAPHIC DESIGN |
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DESIGN STUDIO - I - MINI PROJECT III |
Semester 4
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UX ANALYTICS |
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USABILITY AND USABILITY TESTING |
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FRONT END WEB DEVELOPMENT |
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DESIGN STUDIO – II – MINI PROJECT IV ( APPLICATION DESIGN ) |
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GRAPHIC DESIGN |
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MOTION GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION |
Semester 5
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INTRODUCTION TO HCI |
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GRAPHIC DESIGN |
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BASICS OF WEBFLOW |
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FRONT END DEVELOPMENT USING WORDPRESS |
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DESIGN STUDIO – III – MINI PROJECT-V |
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PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE–I |
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PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE-II |
Semester 6
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UX MANAGEMENT |
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DESIGN AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP |
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OPEN ELECTIVE-I |
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PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE–III |
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PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVE–IV |
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MINI PROJECT-VI |
Semester 7
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MAJOR PROJECT STAGE-I |
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AI TECHNOLOGIES IN UX |
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PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT |
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DESIGN AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP |
Semester 8
| MAJOR PROJECT STAGE-II |
| INTERNSHIP |
Professional Elective I (UXD)
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ADVANCED METHODS IN USER RESEARCH |
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ANGULAR JS |
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DESIGN SEMIOTICS AND SEMANTICS |
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UX FOR SMART SYSTEMS |
Professional Elective II (UXD)
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ANIMATION DESIGN |
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UX AND DIGITALIZATION |
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PACKAGING AND BRANDING DESIGN |
Professional Elective III (UXD)
| EMERGING PATTERNS IN INTERFACE DESIGN |
| GAMIFICATION AND UX |
| AI APPLICATIONS IN DESIGN |
| PROGRAMMING IN PYTHON AND REACT JS |
Professional Elective IV (UXD)
| UX DESIGN ADVANCES |
| UX APPROACHES IN AGILE ENVIRONMENT |
| AR AND VR TECHNOLOGIES IN UX |
| DESIGN FOR ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY |
USPs for User Experience Design at DSU
- Our user experience design curriculum thrusts upon creating user meaningful experiences in both physical and virtual spaces.
- Our key application areas are: Web Design, Mobile Application Design, Game Design
- Key areas of technical expertise: User research, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Interaction design, Usability and Usability testing, AR and VR, Design principles, Creativity and Innovation, Typography and Calligraphy.
- Emphasis on project-based courses.
- Orientation to research through research-based courses.
- Active industry interaction through collaboration with DERBI Foundation, incubation centre of DSU which is located inside DSU campus.
- Experienced faculty from reputed industries and academic institutions.
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