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Certificate Arts, Design & Architecture South Korea Verified Institute

Certificate in UX/UI Design Fundamentals

Seoul Institute of Design Seoul, South Korea
USD 8,500/yr
Tuition
6 Months
Duration
English
Language
Fall
Intake

📋 Program Overview

Degree Certificate
Field of Study Arts, Design & Architecture
Study Mode Hybrid
Attendance Full-Time
Intake Season Fall
App. Fee USD 75
Language English
Duration 6 Months
ECTS Credits 30
Country South Korea

This six-month certificate program provides comprehensive training in User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design, two of the most sought-after skills in the technology industry. Students learn to design intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling digital products through a project-based curriculum that covers the complete design process from user research and prototyping to visual design and usability testing.

Set in Seoul's vibrant design and technology ecosystem, the program offers students exposure to Korean design innovation and the opportunity to learn from faculty who have worked with leading tech companies including Samsung, Naver, and Kakao. Students build a professional portfolio throughout the program, culminating in a showcase event attended by industry recruiters.

Goals, Outcomes & Methods

Program Goals

Equip students with foundational UX/UI design skills and a professional portfolio, preparing them for entry-level roles in product design, interaction design, and user experience research.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will conduct user research, create wireframes and interactive prototypes, apply visual design principles, perform usability testing, and present design solutions professionally.

Teaching Methods

Studio-based workshops, hands-on design projects, critique sessions, industry guest lectures, company visits, portfolio reviews, and a final showcase event.

🏆 Program Structure & Plan

Module 1 (6 weeks): Design Thinking, User Research Methods, Persona Development, User Journey Mapping, Information Architecture

Module 2 (6 weeks): Wireframing, Prototyping (Figma), Interaction Design, Usability Testing, Design Systems

Module 3 (6 weeks): Visual Design Principles, Typography for Digital, Color Theory, Motion Design Basics, Portfolio Development

Module 4 (6 weeks): Industry Project, Portfolio Polish, Career Workshop, Showcase Presentation

💰 Tuition & Fees

Base currency · all values in USD
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Tuition / yr
USD 8,500
per academic year
Living / yr
USD 13,795
est. accommodation
6-Year Total
USD 136,320
all fees combined
Fee Type Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Total
Academic Fees
Tuition Fee
Annual tuition for Certificate in UX/UI Design Fundamentals
8,500 8,500 8,500 8,500 8,500 8,500 51,000
Living & Accommodation
Estimated Living Costs
Accommodation, food, transport, and personal expenses
13,795 13,795 13,795 13,795 13,795 13,795 82,770
Scholarships & Discounts
Early Payment Discount
5% discount for full annual payment before registration deadline
425 425 425 425 425 425 2,550
Grand Total 22,720 22,720 22,720 22,720 22,720 22,720 136,320
🏆 Available Scholarships

No scholarships are currently available for this program.

👤 Who Should Apply

Career changers, recent graduates, and working professionals interested in entering the UX/UI design field. No prior design experience is required, though familiarity with digital products and an eye for aesthetics is beneficial.

✏️ Admission Requirements

Language Requirement
Conversational English proficiency
Additional Requirements

A brief statement of interest explaining your motivation to study UX/UI design (200 words). No portfolio or prior design experience required.

📋 Required Documents

Proof of Previous Education
High school diploma or higher degree (copy)
Statement of Interest
200 words on your motivation to study UX/UI design
ID Document
Passport or national ID copy

🏆 Career Prospects

UX Designer (junior) UI Designer Product Designer Interaction Designer UX Researcher Design Intern Digital Designer

🏛️ Institute Accreditation & Recognition

KRQA
KABEA
ASCAA

📌 Program Accreditation & Recognition

KRQA
KABEA

📋 General Information

The program is offered in full-time (6 months, Mon-Fri) and part-time (9 months, evenings and weekends) formats. Both formats include the same curriculum and portfolio development opportunities.

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