Foundations of User Experience UX Design Course at Google

Quick facts

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Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course is a beginner-level course that will explore the foundational concepts of user experience or UX design. During this course, you will learn about the common job responsibilities of a UX designer, learn to build your online portfolio and understand concepts such as design process, equity-focused design, user-centered designs and accessibility.

The syllabus of Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design online course will be taught by UX designers working in Google, together known as the Google Career Certificates instructors. This is the first part of a seven-course series called ‘Google UX Design’. Since it is the first course, you do not need any prior information or knowledge of tools and platforms to join the course.

You will need about 25 hours to complete the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design certification. This is an online course that offers a lot of flexibility so that you can concentrate on learning. There are different enrolment methods depending on your learning goals, financial aid and flexible deadlines.

The highlights

About 25 hours completion time
Coursera’s top instructor
Audit option available
Beginner level course
100% online course with certificate
Financial aid available
Hands-on activities for practical training

Program offerings

Hands-on activities for practical training
100% online course with certificate
Coursera’s top instructor
Audit option available
About 25 hours completion time
Financial aid available
Beginner level course

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design certification course offers free enrolment. To gain complete access to the course, you need to pay the subscription fee of Rs. 1,027

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course fee structure

Course Name	Fees
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course	Free Enrolment

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Google

Who it is for

If you wish to apply for entry-level jobs in the field of user experience or UX design, Coursera is a great course for you.

Eligibility criteria

You do not need any prior experience to join the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design programme.
To obtain the certificate, you need to complete all the graded assignments and complete the course.

What you will learn

Designing skills

By the end of the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design syllabus, you will be well-versed in:

Define and explain why UX is important for businesses and consumers
Identify which UX factors contribute to a great experience design
Explore career paths and job opportunities in the field of UX
Participate in different UX communities
Understand and explain the importance of design sprints in a UX designer’s work
Understand foundational concepts in UX design, such as accessibility, user-centred design, equity-focused design and design process
Begin creating an online portfolio to showcase your upcoming work
Review entry-level UX designers’ common job responsibilities and the teams they work with

Admission details

Step 1. Start your Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course admission process by going to the course webpage.

Step 2. Login/Sign in/Sign-up on Coursera and click on ‘Enroll for free.

Step 3. Select between three available options, depending on your account. Either go for the audit option and secure free enrolment and access to the videos, start a seven-day free trial for full access for seven days, or pay the subscription fee for unlimited full access.

Filling the form

Sign up/Sign-in/Login on the Coursera website to secure your admission into the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design training course. Sign up with your email address, a password and your name. Sign in with your Facebook or Google account. Else, log in with your existing Coursera account.

The syllabus

Week 1: Introducing user experience design

Welcome to the Google UX Design Certificate
Introduction to Course 1: Foundations of User Experience Design
Michael - Get started in UX design
The basics of user experience design
Jobs in the field of user experience
Design for a good user experience
Job responsibilities of entry-level UX designers
Dane - A day in the life of an entry-level UX designer
Specialists, generalists, and T-shaped designers
Erika - Generalist or specialist designer
Work in a cross-functional team
UX design jobs at different types of companies
From certificate to career success
Juan - A UX design career journey
Mike - A UX design career journey
Wrap-up: Introducing user experience design

Week 2: Getting to know common terms, tools, and frameworks in UX design

Define the user, end user, and user experience
Prioritise the user
Key frameworks in UX design
Universal design, inclusive design, and equity-focused design
The importance of accessibility
The importance of equity-focused design
Design for the Next Billion Users
Akhil - A perspective on the Next Billion Users
The advantages of UX design tools
Get to know platforms
Design for different platforms
Assistive technology
Elise - The importance of assistive technology

Week 3: Joining design sprints

Introduction to design sprints
Five phases of design sprints
Benefits of design sprints
Plan design sprints
The design sprint brief
An entry-level designer’s role in a sprint
Jason - All about design sprints
Design sprint retrospectives

Week 4: Building a professional presence

Introduction to UX design portfolios
Lisa - Create a UX design portfolio
Introduction to website builders
Introduction to best practices for UX design portfolios
Explore personal brands
Start to build an online presence
Create or update social media profiles
Get involved in UX design communities
Use writing best practices in a portfolio
Network and find a mentor
Overcome impostor syndrome
Catherine - Conquer impostor syndrome
Congratulations on completing Course 1: Foundations of User Experience Design

Scholarship Details

Apply to Coursera for financial aid if you want the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course certification but cannot pay the subscription fee. Click on the ‘Financial aid available’ link and fill out the application form. Upon submission, you will be contacted by a Coursera official to review and confirm/reject your application.

How it helps

You can enroll into the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design training for free and learn from one of Coursera’s top instructors. It provides a solid foundation if you want to pursue a career in UX design. The certificate you gain will be proof of your knowledge for your future employers.

FAQs

What background information do I need for the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design programme?

No background information is required for enrollment.

What platforms or tools are included in the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design training?

Platforms used will be Adobe XD and Figma. Tools used will be Spreadsheets, presentation applications, and word processing applications.

Does the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design programme carry university credit?

No. However, some institutions choose to accept the course certificate for credit. You need to check with your educational institution for more details.

Do I need to complete all seven courses to earn the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design programme certification?

No. You will get the certificate once you successfully complete the course.

What is the rating for the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course?

The Coursera course rating of 4.8 with over 500 reviews.