Introduction to UI and UX with Figma

About this course

The course introduces the UX design process and Figma’s interface, design tools and collaboration features. Participants explore user research methods, create personas, organise content with sitemaps and user flows, and develop low-fidelity wireframes for digital products. Teaching also covers interactive prototypes, user interactions, transitions, animations and visual interface elements such as typography, colour, layouts, buttons, forms and icons. Guided activities, real-world examples and individual tasks are used to practise collaboration, developer handoff and preparation of design assets.

What you'll learn

• Explain the role of UX design in shaping digital experiences
• Conduct user research using interviews, surveys and usability testing
• Create personas, sitemaps, user flows and low-fidelity wireframes
• Build interactive web and mobile prototypes in Figma
• Apply typography, colour and layout principles to UI designs
• Prepare design assets for collaboration and developer handoff

Is this course right for you?

The course is aimed at beginner-level learners interested in UI and UX design. Good computer skills are required, while existing experience with software such as Photoshop, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint or other design applications is described as ideal rather than essential.

• Requires good computer skills
• Prior experience with a design or related software application is beneficial but not stated as essential
• Includes individual tasks alongside tutor-guided activities
• Learning is assessed through completion of the outcomes and a personal learning plan