Equinet Academy
Design User Experiences That Transform, Engage, and Convert
Programme Overview
This programme is designed to give you the opportunity to put your UX / UI Design skills to work! Completing a full end-to-end UX/UI project, boosting your portfolio and career prospects as a designer.
Over 3 months, learners will conduct user research, create personas and journey maps, rebuild information architecture, develop wireframes, build interactive prototypes in Figma, and run usability tests to validate their designs.
Each learner will work on a comprehensive project brief, either based on their own product idea or a host organisation. Learners will benefit from the guidance of mentors who are industry practitioners in UX/UI design, ensuring their projects meet real-world standards.
Prerequisites
- Strong Foundational Knowledge of UX/UI Concepts:
Learners should have a solid understanding of core UX/UI practices include user research, personas, journey mapping, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design basics. This can be demonstrated by completing the Certified UX Designer (CUXD) programme modules or having equivalent project experience. - Familiarity with Design Tools:
Learners should be comfortable using Figma or similar Prototyping software for wireframing, prototyping, and UI design. Familiarity with usability testing methods or analytics tools is a plus. - Access to a Project Brief or Host Organisation:
Learners must have access to a product idea, company project, or host organisation where they can apply the UX/UI processes and deliverables developed throughout the course. Company-sponsored learners may use their own organisation, while non-sponsored learners will be attached to a host project. - Basic Analytical & Critical Thinking Skills:
Learners should have basic analytical skills, including synthesising insights from user research, interpreting usability feedback, and making design improvements based on data.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme, learners will be able to:
- Conduct user research and transform insights into personas, journey maps, and problem statements.
- Create low-fidelity wireframes and information architecture that communicate clear user flows.
- Design professional-grade, responsive, and accessible user interfaces in Figma.
- Build interactive prototypes and conduct usability testing to validate design decisions.
- Apply advanced UX/UI strategies to optimise usability, accessibility, and conversion.
- Present a complete, portfolio-ready UX/UI case study for their company, host project, or personal product idea.
- Seek employment in UX/UI design-related roles with the assistance of Equinet Academy through the UX Career Programme.
Target Audience
This programme is designed for a diverse range of professionals who are looking to develop or enhance their UX/UI design skills through a comprehensive, project-based capstone. Whether you are an aspiring UX designer preparing for your first role, a professional transitioning into product design, or an entrepreneur seeking to prototype your own product, this course provides the knowledge, mentorship, and hands-on experience necessary to create a portfolio-ready UX/UI case study.
- Aspiring UX/UI Designers:
Individuals preparing to launch a career in UX/UI design who need practical experience and a strong portfolio project. - Design Professionals:
Graphic or visual designers transitioning into digital product and interface design. - Product Managers and Marketers:
Professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of UX principles to better manage product and campaign design processes. - Entrepreneurs and Founders:
Business owners who want to design and validate digital products for their target users. - Career Changers:
Individuals moving into the UX/UI field who want to apply their skills in a structured, mentored project. - Organisation-Sponsored Learners:
Employees tasked with improving or redesigning digital experiences for their companies.
Certification Track
Candidates who have demonstrated competency in the programme will attain WSQ Statement of Attainments (SOAs) awarded by SkillsFuture Singapore and the Certified UX Designer (CUXD) certificate issued by Equinet Academy.
Programme Modules
User Experience & User Interface (UX/UI) Design Essentials
Topics Covered:
- UX principles and user-centered design thinking
- User research, personas, and journey mapping
- Information architecture and wireframing
- UI fundamentals: layout, visual hierarchy, typography, and colour theory
Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to design user journeys and interfaces grounded in research and usability, translating insights into wireframes and prototypes that form the foundation of effective digital products.
User Interface (UI) Design
Topics Covered:
- Advanced UI design principles and design systems
- Responsive web and mobile interface design
- Accessibility and inclusive design practices
- Visual design refinement and interaction patterns
Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to design professional-grade, responsive, and accessible user interfaces that are consistent, visually compelling, and aligned with modern usability standards.
What The Figma (WTF)
Topics Covered:
- Figma workspace setup and design workflows
- Wireframing, prototyping, and collaborative design
- Using plugins, widgets, and advanced Figma features
- Creating and maintaining scalable design systems
Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to use Figma as a full-stack design tool — from wireframes to interactive prototypes — collaborating efficiently and applying design systems for consistency across projects.
Advanced UX/UI Design
Topics Covered:
- Usability testing methods and heuristic evaluation
- Advanced prototyping, animation, and micro-interactions
- Conversion-focused UX strategies and CRO principles
- Design optimisation using analytics and feedback loops
Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to apply advanced UX and UI techniques to evaluate, refine, and optimise digital products, creating interfaces that not only engage users but also achieve measurable business results.
Meet Your Trainers
Expert Guidance from Industry Practitioners
Our trainers bring years of hands-on UX/UI design, product development, and industry experience to ensure you gain practical skills that can be applied immediately. They are passionate educators dedicated to helping you achieve success in user experience design, interface design, and digital product optimisation.
- Founder of UNGRUMP.CO Digital Marketing Agency
- 10+ Years of Industry Experience
- Certified Adult Educator with WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP)
- UX Designer with 8+ Years of Cross-Sector Experience
- Former UX Designer at GovTech and Hatch
- Experienced in Both Public and Private Sector Projectsd
- Experienced Product Designer
- 10+ Years of Cross-Disciplinary Design Expertise
- Key Product Designer Behind Award-Winning Software & eCommerce Launches
- 8+ Years of Experience in UX/UI Design & Visual Design Across Enterprise SaaS platforms
- Digital product design expertise at a leading technology firm driving GenAI & cloud infrastructure
- Visual Branding & Design Consultant for clients such as JTB, Addcel & Mothership
Programme Fees
Module 1: User Experience & User Interface (UX/UI) Design Essentials
Course Fee: S$399.20 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$119.76 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Module 2: User Interface (UI) Design
Course Fee: S$792.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$237.60 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Module 3: What The Figma (WTF)
Course Fee: S$792.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$237.60 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Module 4: Advanced UX/UI Design
Course Fee: S$792.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$237.60 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Certified UX Designer (CUXD) Programme
Nett Programme Fee: From S$832.56 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Schedule
Total modules: 4 modules
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| In-Person | 07 Feb 2026 to 15 Mar 2026 | 9.00am - 6.00pm |
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| In-Person | 16 Mar 2026 to 05 Jun 2026 | 9.00am - 6.00pm |
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| In-Person | 08 Jul 2026 to 30 Aug 2026 | 9.00am - 6.00pm |
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| In-Person | 01 Aug 2026 to 16 Sep 2026 | 9.00am - 6.00pm |
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| In-Person | 16 Nov 2026 to 02 Dec 2026 | 9.00am - 6.00pm |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The full Certified UX Designer (CUXD) Programme can typically be completed within 3 months of full-time study, depending on your schedule. You may also choose to take individual modules at your own pace for greater flexibility.
No prior design or coding experience is required. The programme is structured to support complete beginners as well as professionals who want to upskill and deepen their UX/UI expertise.
Yes. Each module can be taken on its own if you prefer to focus on a specific area such as Figma, UI design, or advanced UX techniques. Completing all modules, excluding the Capstone, leads to the Certified UX Designer (CUXD) credential.
You will have access to lifetime learning resources, complimentary refresher sessions, and post-course mentoring to help guide your career or project goals. You’ll also join an exclusive alumni community where you can continue to learn, collaborate, and network with trainers and fellow professionals.
Yes. You may contact your trainer after the course for continued guidance. In addition, you’ll gain access to post-course mentoring, the Equinet Academy Insider Community where you can connect with peers and industry experts, and live Ask Me Anything sessions where subject matter experts provide advice and solutions to real-world challenges.
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