UI/UX Design Course

“UX/UI design has been seen as one of the rising industries with the most attention-grabbing potential in the future. Studies have shown that the average salary of an UX/UI designer is growing rapidly and that the use of UX/UI design is now being adapted in lots of different fields.”
– International Business Times, 15 June 2022

Ever found checking out your online shopping cart a pleasant and smooth process? Or perhaps you enjoy scrolling through Instagram because of how aesthetic, interactive, and easy-to-use their interface is. This is all attributed to the work of UX designers. 

User Experience design is the essential process of designing digital products with the sole purpose of providing end-users with a meaningful experience. It covers all aspects including research, design, usability, accessibility, function, and branding.

Although UX design is a relatively new field, it is gaining popularity because the market has become increasingly customer-oriented. This is why the demand for UX designers has seen rapid growth as well.

Funding approval is subject to eligibility criteria set by the relevant authorities. Vertical Institute does not guarantee funding approval and is not liable for rejections, delays, or clawbacks.

Yes. For self-sponsored Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above, you can use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the remaining course fees after SSG funding.

To check your SkillsFuture credit balance, please follow these steps:

1. Go to website
2. Click on ‘Submit SkillsFuture Credit Claims’
3. Login with your SingPass
4. Click on the arrow (>) at the top right hand corner. You will be able to see a drop-down list of your Available SkillsFuture Credits.

After you have registered for a course, a VI representative will reach out to guide you with the SkillsFuture Credits

*Please note that our courses are not eligible for “Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support)’. You will only be able to use available credits from ‘SkillsFuture Credit’ and ‘One-off SkillsFuture Credit Top-Up’.

Yes, you can utilise both at the same time. UTAP can only be applied after SFC has been applied.

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To be eligible, you’ll have to meet the following prerequisites.

For Self-Sponsored:

All Singaporeans or Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) that are physically based in Singapore and successfully complete the course will be eligible.

• Be a Singaporean Citizen or PR based in Singapore
• Minimum of 75% attendance (this means that you must attend at least 6 out of 7 lessons)
• Pass the final assessment

Any balance course fees can be offset using your SkillsFuture Credits & NTUC UTAP funding.

For Company-Sponsored:

• Be from Financial Institutions that are regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) (either licensed / exempted from licensing) or Fintech companies that are registered with the Singapore Fintech Association.
• Be a Singaporean Citizen or PR physically based in Singapore
• Minimum of 75% attendance (this means that you must attend at least 6 out of 7 lessons)
• Pass the final assessment

Our programmes are well-regarded by top companies, who contribute to our curriculum and use our courses to train their own teams.

If a product would be a human body, the code represents the skeleton that gives it structure. The UX design represents the organs that supports life functions, while the UI design represents the cosmetics of the body.

The correct umbrella term is simply UX design which refers to both UX and UI components.

Figma is a web browser-based design tool across any platform (Windows, Mac, Linux, etc.) that allows for real-time collaboration with team members. It is the only design tool of its type where everyone can share, open, and edit Figma files at the same time. 

Miro is a free online collaboration platform known for its digital sticky notes function to help teams in brainstorming, planning and managing workflows. 

You will need to have your own personal laptop/PC to attend the course.

These are all web-based and no installation is required.

Your attendance is only counted if you attend a makeup class.

With a huge shortage of tech talent in Singapore, UX design skills are not only highly sought after by top employers, but also by any business that has an online presence. Besides excellent career prospects and opportunities, UX design is an exciting field with plenty of room to exercise your creative and analytical skills.

The synergy between creativity and logic in UX design allows you to develop both soft and hard skills from critical thinking to coding and prototyping. 

Break into the UX industry with the beginner-friendly UX Design Course by Vertical Institute. The course allocates 3-4 instructional team members per class to ensure dedicated peer and mentor support for your UX Design journey. You will graduate with an IBF-accredited UX certification, as well as a polished, portfolio-ready project to showcase your arsenal of UX design skills.

Apart from the UX Design Course, Vertical Institute offers other in-demand courses in Singapore. These are additional pathways you can consider to build skills relevant to the tech industry.

• Data Analytics Course

• Cybersecurity Course

• Digital Marketing Course

• Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course

• Advanced Data Analytics Course

These courses give learners opportunities to build practical, industry-relevant skills and support their career growth. Eligible Singaporeans and PRs may also receive government course subsidies at Vertical Institute.

Learner-Initiated Withdrawal

All withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing.

Withdrawal requests are subject to the following:

An administrative fee of $15 applies to all approved withdrawals or transfers.

Refunds (if any) are based on the full course fee, not the subsidised amount.

No-Show Policy

Learners who fail to attend the course without prior written notice will be treated as a no-show.

No-shows:

• Are not eligible for any refund
• Shall be liable for the full course fee or balance course fee

Course Transfer / Rescheduling

Learners may request to reschedule or transfer to another intake:

• At least 14 days before course commencement
• Subject to approval and availability

A maximum of three (3) reschedule requests is allowed per course.

Rescheduling fees:

• First reschedule: Waived
• Second and subsequent reschedules: 5% of the full course fee per request (non-waivable)

An administrative fee of $15 applies to all approved transfers.

No rescheduling or transfer is allowed after course commencement.

• Be aged 21 and above
• Possess basic computer literacy (equivalent to Level 2)
• Hold a minimum of one of the following academic qualifications:
  • GCE “N”, “O” or “A” Level
  • NITEC
  • Diploma or higher
• Have at least 2 years of working experience
• Demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to or higher than any of the following:
  • Pass in GCE “N” or “O” Level English
  • WPLN Level 5
  • IELTS 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT score between 46–59

If you are unsure about your eligibility, feel free to reach out to our team for a quick assessment.

Additionally, participants must complete course feedback surveys and meet any specific course requirements, such as those for WSQ qualifications.

The first reschedule request is free of charge. For the second and subsequent approved reschedule requests, a fee equivalent to 5% of the full course fee will apply. A S$15 administrative fee also applies to all approved transfers between intakes.

Please note that a maximum of three reschedule requests is allowed per course, and rescheduling or transfers are not permitted after the course has commenced.