Interaction & UI/UX Design (Certificate)

The four year certificate program provides students with a disciplined approach to the study of Interaction and UI/UX Design. Student portfolios will demonstrate the variety of skills and creativity developed. Graduates enter the field prepared for professional opportunities in Interaction and UI/UX Design. Students take electives and art history courses to round out their experience. Unlike the BFA program, students pursuing the Certificate program do not take liberal arts coursework.

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Certificate

This program is only available on campus.

Core Classes

COM 102 Visual Storytelling: Editing Fundamentals for Short-Form Video Content Core/3

FND 149 Introduction to Design Thinking Core/3

GR 102 Design Technology: Digital Publishing Tools Core/3

GR 150 Introduction to Visual Communication Core/3

IXD 105 Design Technology: Visual Design Tools Core/3

IXD 120 User Experience 1 Core/3

IXD 205 Motion Graphics 1 Core/3

IXD 210 Visual Design 1 Core/3

IXD 249 Web Design 1 Core/3

IXD 282 Midpoint Portfolio Core/3

IXD 482 Portfolio 2 Core/3

PH 103 Digital Photography for Artists Core/3

Unit Requirements

Major Coursework	Units
Major Core	36
Major	42
By Advisement	24
Electives	12
Art History	6
Total	120

Degree Requirements

INTERACTION & UI/UX DESIGN CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2.0 GPA
Minimum grade of C- in all core courses and major courses

Program Learning Outcomes

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Visual Communication

Create grid-based visual compositions that demonstrate essential principles of design
Make typographic choices that effectively communicate information hierarchy and mood
Demonstrate effective use of color and imagery

Critical Thinking

Collect data appropriate for the given project
Use research findings to develop design ideas centered on real target users
Identify user demographics and diagram the user experience
Produce a consistent interactive experience in a medium appropriate to the user’s needs

Technical Skills

Demonstrate an understanding of the current interactive technologies, tools, and apps by effectively using them to execute substantive projects
Demonstrate coding skills by building fully functional products and prototypes that simulate the intended interactive experience

Professional Readiness

Produce a cohesive portfolio tailored to reflect stated career goals

Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.
Engage with a variety of communities beyond the classroom through internship opportunities, study abroad programs, athletics, student interest clubs as well as collaborative, civic and pro bono projects.

*Semester plans are subject to change at any time. Semester breakdowns displayed are suggested and additional options are available to help customize your educational experience. Speak to an admissions or student services representative for more information. Please see our catalog for more details at: https://catalog.academyart.edu