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Accreditation This programme carries accreditation from the CPD Certification Service (UK), the internationally recognised body that independently verifies the quality and relevance of professional development. Structured to align with the demands of a working professional, it leads to the award of a digital CPD certificate. |
CPD Certified | Career Focused | Job-Ready Skills
Professional UX/UI skills to design the experiences that define your career. The most successful digital products in the world are built on one foundation – exceptional design. This course gives you the creative skills and professional tools to be part of that.
As organisations compete to deliver seamless digital experiences, demand for skilled UX/UI designers continues to grow across every sector of the Irish economy.
Is this course for me?
No prior experience, technical background, or degree required – just the motivation to get started.
✓ Career changers from any background
✓ Professionals looking to move into design
✓ People currently working in marketing, tech, or creative roles
WHERE THIS COURSE TAKES YOU
This certificate is the first step in a globally recognised UX/UI design certification pathway.
STEP 1
CPD UX/UI Design Professional Certificate
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STEP 2
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
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STEP 3
Certificate in User Experience (UX) Design
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STEP 4
Certified Usability Analyst (CUA)
A course you can build on. A career worth building.
Why Dorset College Dublin
Trusted Since 1983
One of Dublin's longest-standing private colleges, with over 40 years of educational excellence and a proven record of student success.
CPD UK Accredited – Independently Verified
Independently verified by CPD Certification Service UK – the accreditation body that has formally certified tens of thousands of training programmes across more than 100 countries since 1996. Not self-awarded. Externally verified.
Taught by Working Industry Professionals
Every session is delivered live by a professional currently active in the UX/UI design field – bringing real-world experience into the classroom that an academic simply cannot replicate.
Small Classes – Personalised Learning, Direct Tutor Access
Deliberately small cohorts mean more meaningful interaction, faster progress, and a more personalised experience than larger institutions typically offer.
Built for the Irish Market
Ireland is home to the European headquarters of many of the world's largest technology companies. With UX/UI design roles in demand across every sector of the Irish digital economy, the opportunity has never been stronger.
No technical background required. If you can use a laptop, you can start this course.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Key Skills Covered in This Programme
A practical, employer-focused curriculum covering the full UX/UI design process from research to portfolio.
✓ UX Research & User Testing
Understand user needs and validate design decisions.
✓ Wireframing & Prototyping
Bring ideas to life from concept to clickable prototype.
✓ UI Design Principles
Apply colour, typography, and layout to create polished interfaces.
✓ Figma & Design Tools
Work with the industry-standard software used by design teams.
✓ Information Architecture
Structure content and navigation for intuitive user journeys.
✓ Accessibility & Inclusive Design
Build products that work for every user.
✓ Design Systems & Components
Create scalable, consistent visual frameworks.
✓ Portfolio Development
Present your work confidently to prospective employers.
Your 11-Week Journey
One evening per week, eleven weeks, one career-ready certification and a portfolio to show for it.
Design Theory & UX Foundations
Explore contemporary design standards, user experience principles, usability theory, and how to identify and understand your target audience.
Wireframes & Vector Design
Create vector images, work with layers and artboards, master the pen tool, and build clear wireframes as the blueprint for your designs.
Interaction Design
Add interactivity to projects, design clear link structures, and apply best-practice UI principles to create interfaces that are both functional and engaging.
Sourcing & Optimising Media
Understand copyright law, source public domain assets, edit and optimise media for web, and embed responsive content correctly into your designs.
Web Page Authoring & CSS
Structure HTML pages correctly, learn CSS styling, apply responsive design with media queries, and add CSS animation to your work.
Web & App Animation
Work with key-states, timing curves, animated effects, and scripting to create dynamic, engaging digital experiences.
Advanced Interactive Design & Portfolio
Master hover, focus, and active states, CSS custom variables, and an introduction to coding logic – then complete your assessed portfolio and graduate with your CPD UK certified digital credential.
11 Weeks. One Evening Per Week. One Career-Ready Certification.
Designed to fit around full-time work – no career break required.
Career Outcomes
Graduates progress into roles including:
Junior UX Designer
UI Designer
Product Designer
According to Indeed.ie, UX/UI design roles in Ireland typically advertise starting salaries of €35,000 to €50,000, with strong progression as experience and your portfolio grow.
Assessed by Portfolio Project – No Single High-Stakes Exam
Assessment is through continuous assessment (30%) and an individual supervised portfolio project (70%) – a piece of work that demonstrates your capabilities and can be shared directly with employers upon completion.
COURSE FEES
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€1,100 €1,375
Save €275 on full course fee
Secure Your Place
€150
Deposit today – balance in 3 instalments
Comparable courses at other Dublin providers typically cost significantly more – Dorset College delivers the same accredited standard at a lower price, with smaller classes and direct tutor access.
NEXT INTAKE STARTS IN
Tuesday 21st July 2026
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Next Intake: 21st July 2026
Ready to Start Your UX/UI Design Career?
Places are limited – cohorts are kept small by design. July 2026 intake now open.
"The course places a strong emphasis on the practical application of theory – through case studies, real problem-solving, and teamwork. We formed a genuine community that supported learning in and outside the classroom. The professional connections and friendships I made have lasted well beyond the course itself."
Natasha De Courcy – Dorset College Dublin
"The lecturers gave real-world examples with immense enthusiasm which always kept me engaged. I am certain that I developed academically, professionally, and personally from my studies at Dorset College. I would highly recommend this course for those wishing to pursue a new career."
Maria Bradley – Dorset College Dublin
Can't make a session? All live classes are recorded and available to revisit from the following day – so you never fall behind, no matter how busy life gets.
Course Module Information
✓ Introduction to User Experience Design
Understand the foundations of UX and how to design with the user's needs and goals at the centre.
✓ Identify Target Audience Types & Their Requirements
Research and define who your users are and what they need from a digital product.
✓ Creating & Saving Vector Images
Draw and edit shapes, colours, and strokes to produce professional vector artwork.
✓ Introduction to the Pen Tool
Master one of the most powerful and versatile tools in vector design.
✓ Adding Interactivity to Projects
Bring designs to life by adding interactive elements that respond to user actions.
✓ Best Practices in UI Design
Learn the established standards and techniques that define high-quality interface design.
✓ Sourcing Public Domain Assets Online
Find and use freely available images, icons, and media legally within your projects.
✓ Editing Media & Optimising for Web Publication
Prepare and optimise images and media files for fast-loading, high-quality web performance.
✓ Structuring an HTML Page
Build well-structured web pages using semantic HTML elements and correct document layout.
✓ HTML Syntax: Tags, Attributes & Values
Understand how HTML is written and how tags, attributes, and values work together.
✓ Format & Style in CSS
Apply typography, colour, spacing, and layout styles to create polished, well-formatted web pages.
✓ CSS Animation & Media Queries for Responsive Design
Add motion to your designs and ensure they adapt beautifully across different screen sizes.
✓ Using Curve Editor for Timing Adjustments
Fine-tune the speed and feel of animations using easing curves for a more natural result.
✓ Controlling Animation via Scripting
Use scripting to trigger, pause, and control animations dynamically based on user interaction.
✓ Working with Hover, Focus & Active States
Design responsive interface states that give users clear visual feedback as they interact.
✓ Using Custom Variables in CSS
Use CSS custom properties to create flexible, reusable design tokens across your stylesheets.
• CPD certified course
• Independently recognised for professional development quality
• Demonstrates structured, industry-relevant UX/UI Design education
• Practical, job-ready skills for the workplace
• Respected, industry-recognised certification to enhance your professional portfolio
• Ideal for anyone interested in UI & UX design for websites and apps
• Suitable for recent graduates, career changers, and design enthusiasts
• Provides a solid foundation in design and digital media
• Good working knowledge of computers required
• Competence in spoken and written English required
• Continuous assessment: 30%
• Individual supervised project: 70%
• Project designed to showcase your ability to use UX/UI
• Award: CPD Certification in UX/UI Design & Usability
• Awarded by Dorset College Dublin
• Co-certified by CPD Certification Service UK
• Ireland offers competitive salaries for UX/UI professionals
• Develop job-ready skills that make you stand out in a competitive market
• Build a strong portfolio that demonstrates your capabilities to employers
• Well positioned to enter the design industry and build a successful career
• Submit the online application in 3 minutes
• Photo ID not required to begin your application
• Our team will guide you through the next steps
• Start even if your documents aren't ready yet
• Admissions support at every stage
• Contact us at [email protected]
• Non-refundable deposit of €150 to secure your place
• Balance paid in full or split into 3 instalments
• Manage payments online from the comfort of your own home — Pay Online
• Deposit: €150.00
• 1st Instalment: €316.00 — 21/07/2026
• 2nd Instalment: €316.00 — 21/08/2026
• 3rd Instalment: €316.00 — 21/09/2026
Q1
Do I need any prior experience to enrol?
No prior experience is required. Whether you are a complete beginner, a creative looking to go digital, or a career changer moving into design, this course gives you a solid foundation from the ground up.
Q2
What certification will I receive?
An internationally recognised digital CPD certification in UX/UI Design and Usability, independently awarded by The CPD Certification Service UK - trusted by employers across Ireland and internationally.
Q3
How is the course delivered?
100% online via live, tutor-led classes every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. All sessions are interactive and delivered in real time - all classes are recorded and available online the next day.
Q4
How long is the course and when does it start?
11 weeks, commencing 21st July 2026 and concluding 20th October 2026. One evening per week, designed to fit around full-time work or other commitments.
Q5
What does it cost and are there payment options?
€1,100 after an ongoing 20% discount. A €150 deposit secures your place, with flexible instalments available for the balance. No hidden fees.
Q6
What topics will I cover?
Design theory, wireframing, vector graphics, interaction design, web page authoring, HTML and CSS, animation, usability principles, copyright and media sourcing, and advanced interactive design techniques.
Q7
How is the course assessed?
Through an individual project worth 70% and continuous assessment worth 30% - both designed to demonstrate your practical ability to design and deliver real UX/UI work.
Q8
What careers can this course lead to?
Graduates commonly progress into roles such as UX Designer, UI Designer, Product Designer, or Digital Designer, with typical starting salaries of €34,000–€48,000 and strong progression as a portfolio and experience develop.
Q9
Will I have direct access to a tutor?
Yes. Every session is delivered live by an experienced design professional. You can ask questions, get feedback, and engage directly throughout the course rather than learning in isolation.
Q10
Who is this course designed for?
Ideal for graduates interested in digital design, career changers moving into creative or tech fields, artists and illustrators looking to apply their skills digitally, and anyone with a passion for web design, app development, or front-end interaction.
Q11
What makes this course stand out?
You learn using the same tools and methods working designers use every day, graduate with a portfolio showcasing real work, and earn an internationally recognised CPD UK certification - all in 11 weeks, one evening per week.
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How do I apply?
Complete the online application form in under three minutes. A €150 deposit secures your place, with flexible instalments available for the remainder of the course fee.
