Course overview
Learn the essentials of software development. And increase your confidence when working with developers.
Why take this course?
- Talk with confidence about web and internet technologies
- Build better relationships with developers on your team
- Create smarter designs with a deeper understanding of technical constraints
- Understand the concepts behind coding without needing to code
What you'll learn
Over 6 weeks, you’ll learn about the key concepts and processes involved in software development. You’ll understand how code works, so that you can collaborate more effectively with developers.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- 6 weeks
- 3 hours per week
Entry requirements
There are no strict admissions criteria. This course gives students a foundational understanding of software development, so you don’t need experience in tech or design to participate.
Assessment
There will be a 40-minute online exam after you complete the six modules. This will make up your grade for the course. The course also includes exercises to help you get practical experience.
FAQ
Does UX design require coding?
User experience design does not require coding. However, understanding the basics of coding can help you as a UX designer. Understanding how software development works gives you a better understanding of what’s possible, allowing for more efficient work and better designs. Click here to learn more.
Will I get credits for this course?
The UK higher education system is internationally renowned for its excellent standards. Our courses are all credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University, a highly-rated UK university. The Certificate in Understanding Software is allocated 6 credits at Level 6 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. For your country, there will be an equivalent award in the relevant educational system.
Subjects
Understand the relationship between hardware and software.
Dig into each layer of the tech stack, from the front-end to the back-end.
Get up to speed on the roles of HTML, CSS and Javascript.
Explore the back-end, APIs and common programming languages.
Learn about common development workflows, from waterfall to agile.
Get practical guidance on how to work well with development teams.
About UX Design Institute
Our mission
Our mission is to offer a world-class education to the next generation of UX professionals and leaders.
Setting the standard
We want to set the standard in UX education globally. We aim to provide professionals and employers with a tangible, straightforward and objective measure by which to assess and prove UX skills and knowledge. Our courses are overseen by an Industry Advisory Council to ensure relevance. And we’ve partnered with Glasgow Caledonian University to make sure they meet the highest educational standards.
Achieving your goals
UX designers are in great demand. Our education and certification programmes are designed to launch your career as a top-class UX designer. We’ll equip you with the essential skills you need to learn, grow and succeed.
UX is for everyone
The future deserves world-class UX design and you deserve a world-class career. We want to make quality UX design education accessible and affordable to everyone. We want to bridge the global skills gap in UX design, and to provide a career pathway for UX designers.
