Student Experience

Shape the world around you. Learn to craft intuitive and engaging experiences that people love. Our graduates are strategic thinkers and design innovators, leading the way in product and experience design.

Gain real-world skills. Our curriculum is built on the four pillars of human-centered design, user experience, visual communication, and technology. You’ll learn from experienced professionals and build a portfolio that showcases your talent.

Join a global community. Connect with fellow students from around the world who share your passion for design. Our supportive and collaborative environment will help you build lifelong friendships and professional networks.

Study in the heart of the tech world. San Francisco is a hub for innovation and creativity. Immerse yourself in the vibrant design and tech scene and gain access to unparalleled opportunities for internships and careers.

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Facilities

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Students experience the latest technologies in advanced studio courses which explore dynamic interaction in emerging platforms. Interaction & UI/UX Design is dedicated to using the latest offerings, investigating, and producing work for the future.

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Our computer labs offer the latest digital workstations, software, and new media technology to support our programs.

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As an Interaction & UI/UX Design student, you’ll enjoy the use of classrooms furnished with iMac workstations stocked with the industry-standard software tools necessary to create stunning design. During your time at the Academy, you will learn a full suite of software and programming technologies, allowing you to create a professional-level portfolio.

Industry Collaboration

In the School of Interaction & UI/UX Design, you will gain real-life experience working alongside industry professionals on real-world projects. You’ll develop a portfolio that demonstrates your mastery of the discipline, and you’ll experience valuable networking opportunities that can lead to internships and employment. Our students have interned at top tech companies, including Google, Instagram, Twitter, Autodesk, Samsung, LinkedIn, and PayPal.

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Events

Spring Show

Featuring the best work of our graduating class, the Spring Show is always an amazing display of creativity. The School of Interaction & UI/UX Design is well represented every year and opportunities with our industry partners abound.

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Alumni and Student Interviews

Kristine Jiao, UX/UI Design, MFA

Kristine’s leap from project management to pursuing a UX design career at the Academy of Art University is more than just a change of profession—it’s a pursuit of passion. This video explores how our unique blend of academic rigor, industry connections, and supportive community provides a fertile ground for career transformation.