Figma courses in Manchester

Course description Figma is an industry leading web-based design tool that allows you to create user interfaces for any screen type or size, collaborate on those designs in real-time and build interactive prototypes suitable for user testing. Figma is a visual design tool so there’s no coding involved. Design is achieved by adding, combining and styling shapes, text and images on a canvas or ‘Frame’.  We run 2 consecutive Figma training days, the second day building on the practical activities from the first.  You can attend just the first day. Attending just the second day is only recommended if you’re already very comfortable with the Figma interface.  Day 1: Basic Figma design and collaboration For beginners with no prior experience with Figma who want to understand the basics, be able to create their own designs, share, collaborate and even iterate on the designs of others. You will learn: How to navigate the Figma interface. How to create your own designs by: Setting up a design file. Setting up the screen type you want to design and add grids and guides. Adding and modifying basic shapes and text to create user interface elements. How to save text and colour styles for reuse. How to create reusable components. How to use the ‘auto layout’ feature to promote tidy, consistent and usable design. How to collaborate on designs by sharing screens and commenting on designs. A brief introduction to prototyping: What’s possible. What’s not. Day 2: Component variants, design systems and prototyping  This session will cover the more sophisticated aspects of Figma use such as: How to use component variants to create: Interaction styles such as hover and mouse down states ‘Flavours’ of a widget such as primary and secondary button styles. Toggleable elements within a widget such as buttons or bullets within a product card. How to turn a collection of components into a basic design system. Prototyping fundamentals: How to make journeys clickable. How to introduce animations. Tips and tricks for effective user testing. The limitations of Figma prototyping Is it for you? With no experience of Figma necessary, this course is suitable if: If you’re involved with creating or curating digital experiences. if you want to turn your design ideas into something tangible. If you work with Figma designers and want to understand the ‘art of the possible’. If you want to collaborate with your team on Figma projects. Learning objectives After completing day 1 you will be able to: Understand the Figma user interface. Create mobile and desktop interface designs. Effectively collaborate remotely. Share designs and gather feedback. Use auto layout to promote consistent and usable designs. Understand Figma’s role in user experience design, and its limitations. After day 2 you will be able to: Understand how design systems are set up and used. Create component variants for use in your own design system. Use that design system to efficiently create a user journey. Create a prototype suitable for user testing.

This is a concise, clear, and practical course for learning modern web design, UI/UX design, and mobile app design using the Figma tool. There are various exercises to practice and learn navigating through the course; there are no hardcore prerequisites to join this course.

Learn how to use Figma, the collaborative interface design tool. This course introduces the features and concepts you’ll need to know to start your first user experience (UX) design project in Figma. Find out how to create new files, segment your project for multiple screens and devices, and start adding content, including shapes, images, drawing, effects, and text.

Learn how to use Figma, the collaborative interface design tool. This course introduces the features and concepts you’ll need to know to start your first user experience (UX) design project in Figma. 

Become a Certified User Experience Professional Build a career in UX with the world’s only university credit-rated online UX course. Acquire the mindset, the skills and the confidence that make UX designers so valuable. A rewarding and meaningful career awaits. Why become a UX designer? Be in demand UX is a high-growth sector. The demand for UX designers far outstrips the supply of qualified professionals. Get well paid UX designers are highly paid. The average entry-level salary for a UX designer in the United Kingdom is £35,465 (PayScale, 2019) Love your job UX designers make an impact. They solve real-world problems using an exciting mix of research, design, technology and psychology. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 6 months Access to content 12 months Qualification Level 8 Diploma - User Experience Design Awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University Regulated by SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description Duration: 6 months Get certified in six months following a flexible, structured learning path. Delivery: Online The course is delivered entirely online, including video modules, mentor-led webinars and support. Assessment: 2-hour exam Before getting certified, you'll be assessed during a two-hour exam taken online. Outcomes for you Think like a UX designer; adopt the mindset that sets them apart Showcase your knowledge with a portfolio of project work Speak with the confidence that comes from a true, deep understanding of UX Advance your career with job-ready skills Complete a university credit-rated course, valued by employers globally Become a Certified UX Professional Learn with us We’ve worked hard to design the best possible online learning experience for you. As well as an unmatched syllabus, our approach includes: Projects & portfolio Learn by doing with a series of real-world projects ideal for your UX portfolio. Mentors & webinars Be guided by our hand-picked, world-class mentors during monthly webinars. Structure & support Stay motivated with a structured programme supported by fellow students and our customer success team. What you’ll learn We’ve put together a university credit-rated curriculum that’s deep, rigorous and covers everything you need to know to become a certified UX professional and turbocharge your career. Module 01 - Introduction to UX design Module 02 - User research Module 03 - User goals Module 04 - Structure and navigation Module 05 - Interactions Module 06 - Design principles Module 07 - Design patterns Module 08 - Mobile Module 09 - Workflows Module 10 - Prototyping and handover Module 11 - AI and UX Module 12 - Creating your portfolio Module 13 - Career guidance Hub Tutorials for Figma Projects and portfolio - Projects that build into a portfolio Exam - 2-hour final exam Requirements Background You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse array of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. Commitment You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. Our team will be there to support you along every step of the way but success will come as a result of your own diligence. Career path The average salary for entry level user experience designers is £28,000 The average salary for user experience designers with 1-5 years experience ranges from £29,000 to £50,000 The average salary for user experience managers/leads is £80,000 Information from LinkedIn Salary Reports, based on real jobs listings.

Course Overview Are you looking to create a directory website but don't know how to get started? Then you're in the right place. The Create Directory Website Using WordPress course will guide you through the different stages and steps for developing a directory website, from purchasing a domain name to installing a theme. It will introduce you to WordPress plugin Elementor to help you design your homepage, as well as show you how to create a mockup homepage using Figma. To help you get started with your online directory, you will also learn how to list settings, regions and categories, and edit the front page search form. This practical training course has no specific entry requirements and is open to everyone. You do not need to be an expert in WordPress to enrol in this course.   This best selling Create Directory Website Using WordPress has been developed by industry professionals and has already been completed by hundreds of satisfied students. This in-depth Create Directory Website Using WordPress is suitable for anyone who wants to build their professional skill set and improve their expert knowledge. The Create Directory Website Using WordPress is CPD-accredited, so you can be confident you're completing a quality training course will boost your CV and enhance your career potential. The Create Directory Website Using WordPress is made up of several information-packed modules which break down each topic into bite-sized chunks to ensure you understand and retain everything you learn. After successfully completing the Create Directory Website Using WordPress, you will be awarded a certificate of completion as proof of your new skills. If you are looking to pursue a new career and want to build your professional skills to excel in your chosen field, the certificate of completion from the Create Directory Website Using WordPress will help you stand out from the crowd. You can also validate your certification on our website. We know that you are busy and that time is precious, so we have designed the Create Directory Website Using WordPress to be completed at your own pace, whether that's part-time or full-time. Get full course access upon registration and access the course materials from anywhere in the world, at any time, from any internet-enabled device.  Our experienced tutors are here to support you through the entire learning process and answer any queries you may have via email.

Learn to create with SwiftUI/iOS 16. This course illustrates many features in iOS 16 development using the SwiftUI programming language, covering the basics (Stacks, Forms, Lists, ForEach, Buttons, Sliders, Pickers, Color Pickers, Scroll Views, Sheets, state, binding, and animations) and we create an Emoji Quote app using SwiftUI.

Learn how to establish deliberate and creative interactions that allow users to navigate a platform in the ways that makes sense to them.

Create a well-structured pathway to optimized content by understanding how information architecture applies to user experience design.

Design for persuasion is a powerful approach that is too often overlooked. Learn the principles that are critical in designing both engaging and usable experiences.