menuCourse Description
Enderun Extension in partnership with UX Design Institute offers the Professional Diploma in UX Design. The Professional Diploma in UX Design is a 6-month structured course developed to help build a successful career in UX. This structured course is accompanied by mentor support and provides access to a community of fellow UX students through both UXDI and our partner, UXPH, the largest network of UX practitioners in the Philippines. Through the real-world projects, learners are provided hands-on experience in all the key aspects of UX, and they will build a professional portfolio to demonstrate job readiness. Additionally, Enderun Extension and UX Philippines have partnered together to provide a UX Design Immersion Program. This optional program will further enhance the student learning experience by working alongside UX industry experts, to gain the essential experience required to excel in one’s career.
Open Enrollment
Learners have the liberty to choose when to start treading their project management learning journey. The door to enrollment is open whole year round.
Asynchronous Learning
Students study the modules and other learning materials on Northpass Learning Management System (LMS) at their own pace within 6 months.
Synchronous Session
The UX Design course has 4 synchronous sessions which are held on Saturdays at 6:00 PM. The online class will be held via Zoom for an hour. It is the students responsibility to reach out to the instructor and catch up with any missed sessions.
Mentorship
2.5 hours/student
The mentorship program allows learners to receive reviews and recommendations regarding their eight mandatory projects. It will also be an avenue where they can comfortably seek advice regarding challenges at their workplace and career advancement and learn best practices in UX Design industry.
The mentor’s schedule for a one-on-one session will be posted on Slack. Student will choose a date and time based on the availability of the mentor. Then, a confirmation email will be sent. The student is expected to meet his/her mentor as scheduled. Should there be any cancellation, the student must notify via email.
Program Details
Course Fee
Php 143,000Course Duration
6 monthsFormat
Mostly asynchronous learning with 4-hour synchronous sessionsNo. of Synchronous sessions
4 sessionsDuration per Synchronous Session
1 hour per session
Accepted Payment Methods
Visa
Master Card
Gcash
Intakes
| Deadline of Registration | Start | 6 months | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 30, 2022 | September 5, 2022 | February 28, 2023 | September 30, 2023 |
| September 30, 2022 | October 5, 2022 | March 31, 2023 | October 31, 2023 |
| October 26, 2022 | November 3, 2022 | April 30, 2023 | November 30, 2023 |
| November 30, 2022 | December 6, 2022 | May 31, 2023 | December 31, 2023 |
| Synchronous Sessions UXDI | Dates | Synchronous Sessions Enderun | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research webinar (optional project) | August 8, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 1 | August 27, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Research webinar (mandatory project) | August 18, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 2 | September 10, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Analysis webinar (2) | September 14, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 3 | October 22, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Concept creation webinar (3) | October 6, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 4 | November 12, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Design webinar (4) | November 10, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | ||
| Research webinar (optional project) | September 5, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 1 | August 27, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Research webinar (mandatory project) | September 6, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 2 | September 10, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Analysis webinar (2) | October 11, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 3 | October 22, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Concept creation webinar (3) | November 3, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 4 | November 12, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Design webinar (4) | December 15, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | ||
| Research webinar (optional project) | October 3, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 1 | October 22, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Research webinar (mandatory project) | November 1, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 2 | November 12, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Analysis webinar (2) | November 24, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 3 | January 7, 2023 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Concept creation webinar (3) | December 8, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 4 | |
| Design webinar (4) | |||
| Research webinar (optional project) | November 7, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 1 | November 12, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Research webinar (mandatory project) | December 6, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 2 | January 7, 2023 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Analysis webinar (2) | December 13, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 3 | |
| Concept creation webinar (3) | Class Encounter 4 | ||
| Design webinar (4) | |||
| Research webinar (optional project) | December 5, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 1 | January 7, 2023 | 6:00-7:00 PM |
| Research webinar (mandatory project) | December 6, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Class Encounter 2 | |
| Analysis webinar (2) | Class Encounter 3 | ||
| Concept creation webinar (3) | Class Encounter 4 | ||
| Design webinar (4) |
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FAQs
1. What are the prerequisites of the course?
Students are admitted on a case-by-case basis after a consultation with one of our Education Advisors. You need to be motivated and committed because the course requires a certain amount of time, energy, and focus. Our team will be there to support you, but success will come as a result of your own diligence.
2. I do not have any experience in design or technology. Am I qualified to take the course?
Yes, you don’t need experience in design or technology to enroll in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse mix of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis, and so on.
3. Will the classes be online?
Yes, there will be a webinar each month hosted by UX Design Institute followed by another one hosted by Enderun Extension.
4. How long is every webinar?
Webinars usually last for an hour.
5. If I miss a webinar, how can I make up for it?
If you can’t attend a webinar hosted either by UXDI or Enderun Extension, a recording will be sent to you as long as you are registered to that webinar. You are highly encouraged to watch the recording, and if you have any questions or concerns regarding a topic or a project, you may reach out to your mentor via Slack or Viber.
6. Does the course have a certification exam?
Yes, you must complete and submit the 8 mandatory projects first to be eligible to take the exam. The certification assessment is computer-based, so you can take it wherever and whenever it is convenient. The assessment platform includes a number of security features that will require you to verify your identity. This helps ensure the credibility and value of the certification that you’ll receive.
7. Will I get a mentor?
Yes, there are mentors from UX Design Institute, who are top-class UX professionals with many years of experience working in the field. They will host your monthly webinars and will be available during those sessions to answer questions, review projects, and keep you motivated. In addition, there is also a dedicated local mentor for your cohort, and you can book a one-on-one mentorship session with them.
8. Can I consult my mentor regarding my projects, portfolios, or case studies outside the course?
Yes, you may book a mentorship session about any UX related topic and the projects you are working on your companies as long as you are allowed to share them. You may also ask your mentors for tips regarding job interviews and career advice.
9. How long is the course?
6 months
10. Is the course recognized internationally?
Yes, the UK higher education system is internationally renowned for its excellent standards. The course is credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University, a highly-rated UK university. The Professional Diploma in UX Design is allocated 20 credits at Level 8 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework.
11. I still have some questions. Who can I contact to get more information?
Loida Flojo: loida.flojo@enderuncolleges.com / +639175933417
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Program Faculty
UX Design Institute Mentors
Belén Barros Pena
Belén has been practising UX for more than a decade. She’s spent many years working in London, including time working on innovation projects with Intel. Belén believes so passionately in UX that she is studying for a PhD at the Design School in the University of Northumbria.
Andrew McCrea
Head of Design at Fathom, Andrew has been in the world of digital design for more than 15 years. He has worked with the BBC, Bank of Ireland, ICON, Kingspan, and more. Andrew is excited about mentoring, which he sees as a two-way learning experience.
Brian Herron
Brian is a principal designer at Each&Other, a centre of excellence for user experience design and strategy. He has worked with clients including Google, Salesforce, Zurich International, and Three. Brian is also a member of the UX Design Institute Advisory Council.
Arianna Bassoli
Arianna is a digital product designer with 20 years of UX experience. During her career, Arianna has pioneered research in mobile applications at Media Lab Europe, co-founded a music events discovery/promotion startup, digitalised big corporations at McKinsey, and more.
Darci Dutcher
Senior Director of Product Design and Research at Typeform, Darci has more than 20 years of UX experience. As a mentor, Darci is most excited about helping people from a variety of backgrounds get to grips with UX.
UXPH Mentors
Lindy Hernandez
Lindy works as a UX Researcher at Kumu and volunteers her time as Research Lead with UXPH. She has experience working in both UX design and research and has worked across various industries such as transportation, entertainment, and finance. Being a cognitive science and human-computer interaction graduate, she is interested in working at the intersection of design, technology, and development.
Janyl Tamayo
Janyl is a UX Designer at NextPay where she has designed the batch disbursement service that streamlined the process of sending multiple payments to multiple banks. She is also the Events Lead at UXPH, managing a small team of 3 who mounts regular monthly meetups and activities with industry leaders and local communities to bring UX-related content to students and professionals.
Charlotte Mae Efren
With 15 years of experience as a UX Designer and Front-end Developer, Charlotte is passionate in designing products that are not only creative but also feasible based on the company’s resources. She has 2 masters degrees: one in Applied Design and another in Information Systems. She is currently a Product Designer at PayMongo and a Research Team Lead at UXPH.
Jeanette Rabacio
Jeanette is a UX Designer at ING, designing experiences on savings and daily banking for the local ING mobile application. She is also a volunteer researcher at UXPH, contributing to research papers on the state of User Experience in the country to help grow the industry further. With almost a decade of design and teaching experience, she is passionate about co-learning through mentorship with anyone of any background who wants to build a career in UX.
