Diploma in Web and UX Design
Level 6
40 weeksIn this course you will gain specialised knowledge in web interface design, practical skills and a professional mindset, primed to operate in creative and commercials environments. You will also learn invaluable collaboration skills as a user experience (UX) designer, bridging the gap between design concepts and technical implementation.
120 Credits | Full-time | On Campus & Online
Learn to plan, conceptualise and produce top tier web interfaces in response to a range of project briefs. Develop your project management skills to independently manage exciting and complex projects. Become adept at conducting critical design reviews rooted in web and UX design principles to strive to provide solutions that exceed expectations. Join us and unlock your potential to craft a future defined by excellence and limitless possibilities.
You’ll finish this course with a comprehensive knowledge base and an online portfolio to showcase your new skills.
Successfully complete this course and you’ll receive the New Zealand Diploma in Web Design and Production (Level 6).
What you'll learn
User Experience (UX)
Building on the foundational knowledge from our Level 5 web and design program, this course focuses on advancing skills in user experience research, iterative development, and user testing methodologies. Equip yourself with the advanced skills needed to create effective and user-friendly digital experiences.
Web Design
Gain a thorough grasp of contemporary web design processes, exploring elements of user interface design and applying current software applications. Learn to craft effective designs using semiotic analysis, prioritizing web accessibility for enhanced user experiences. Guided by industry experts, students gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge software tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and XD.
Responsive Design
Refine your web design expertise with our Live Prototyping Course, designed to enhance your technical skills in HTML and CSS—skills initially explored in our Level 5 web and design programmes. As a natural progression, this course provides a platform for you to delve into hands-on experimentation with code, enabling the creation of interactive, responsive prototypes.
Capstone Studio
Capstone studio is your opportunity to cap off your learning journey and complete a project using the UX, UI, design, and web skills you have learnt. Working on a project from start to finish you will be planning and managing timings and execution, be hands on crafting web design briefs, conducting in-depth user research, and creating wireframes and prototypes.
Course Start Dates
A bit more information
Software:
We provide you with software licences for: Adobe CC, Sublime Text.
Equipment:
Students are required to bring their own device. This allows flexibility of study outside of class hours and seamless remote study in the event of another lockdown where classroom facilities are inaccessible. If you do not own your own device, please discuss this with one of our team at enrolment.
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Components of |
Minimum |
Recommended |
| CPU |
Intel Core i5, |
Intel Core i5, |
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Memory |
8 GB |
16 GB |
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Disk |
256 GB SSD |
512 GD SSD |
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Screen Resolution |
1280 x 800 |
1920 x 1080 |
Domestic students
Tuition Fees: $7,862
On-Campus: $350
Online Only: $175
Course Related Costs*: $350
*Course Related Cost - Covers software licensing for student use on campus for the period of 1 year. This amount can be covered by StudyLink's courses related cost loan.
(Eligible for 'fees-free' study)
International students
Tuition Fees: $24,500 (NZD)
Course Related Costs: $2,000 (NZD)
For more information, click here to download the international course costs PDF.
Please note fees are subject to change.
Students should have passed the Level 5 Diploma in Digital Design – Web and Graphic Design, OR be able to prove competency in HTML and CSS to the required standard.
Students without a level 5 or equivalent qualification may present evidence through a portfolio of their work which demonstrate skills and knowledge levels equivalent to a Level 5 diploma.
Applicants must complete an interview with a relevant member of staff.
International students need to be at least 18 years old and if your first language is not English, you must demonstrate English language proficiency at the level of IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.5.
Online applicants must have access to a computer with prescribed basic hardware requirements, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection.
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Meet Our Tutors - Tim
Hey Tim, what makes Yoobee Colleges different?
“Yoobee is so different from university because it's very practical, and students get to make real connections with their tutors and other students in their class. You aren't just a number at Yoobee - you are an individual and you become part of the Yoobee tribe.”
Tim is one of our Wellington tutors and teaches Yoobee's specialised Level 6 Diploma in Web & UX Design. This diploma is usually for graduates of our Level 5 Diploma in Web & Graphic Design who have decided on a career in web development & UX design.
Qualifications are issued by Yoobee Colleges Ltd. Yoobee Colleges Ltd is an NZQA Category 1 provider, the highest rating a school can be awarded by the Government.
Term dates are subject to change pending enrolment numbers, availability and unforeseen funding fluctuations. Yoobee Colleges Ltd reserves the right to modify schedules to make sure the College runs well and students are offered the best learning experience.
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