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Master UX, UI, Product Design, 
and AI

Break into one of today's most in-demand fields. UCLA Extension's User Experience program builds your skills in UX/UI design, research, and digital product development - online or in-person.

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Unlock Your Design Potential

In today’s fast-evolving digital world, exceptional user experience is no longer optional - it’s essential. Industry leaders like Airbnb, Netflix, and Dropbox set the standard with innovative UX/UI design, driving the growing demand for skilled professionals in this field.

UX is a dynamic discipline rooted in problem-solving, iterative design, and user empathy. Our comprehensive curriculum equips you with the skills to master human-centered design, culminating in a capstone project that showcases your expertise and enhances your professional portfolio.​

Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading UX/UI tools and cutting-edge AI-powered design technologies, ensuring you stay ahead in this rapidly advancing field.

UCLA Extension Excellence

  • Benefit from award-winning instruction — taught by accomplished executives
  • We are one of the nation's most prestigious programs, trusted by industry leaders
  • Our course curriculum is developed in cooperation with UCLA’s Department of Design Media Arts (DMA)
  • Perfect for those looking to create successful, innovative designs across web, applications, print, and packaging
  • Choose from results-oriented individual courses or a certificate program
  • Explore mentorship and internship opportunities
  • Network with fellow students and expert instructors
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User Experience Meeting

Flexible and Convenient

  • Mix and match flexible course options on days, evenings, weekends, in person or online anytime, anywhere
  • Largest array of classes and topics — over 30 courses per quarter
  • Open-enrollment certificate in User Experience
  • No need to apply for admission to get started — just sign up for a class
  • No previous UX background is required
  • Pay as you go, start any quarter

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