UX/UI Design, Associate in Science Degree

Orange Coast College

UX/UI Design equips students with the essential skills and knowledge for entry-level roles in the UX/UI Design industry. Through hands-on training, students learn to create digital art, integrate user research, and apply psychology to design intuitive,user-centered interfaces. They will learn to combine text, images, animation, video, and other content to craft seamless user experiences across websites, mobile apps, and other interactive platforms. By developing interactive prototypes, students learn to validate design solutions to ensure they meet both user needs and business goals. Alongside technical knowledge, the program emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients, preparing graduates for roles like UX Designer, UI Designer, Interaction Designer, Visual Designer, Product Designer, User Researcher, Prototyping Specialist, or Front-End Designer. Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog. Program Outcomes Demonstrate skill in design utilizing industry standard user experience design and visual design software. Design and create website and mobile app projects and prototypes, that demonstrate knowledge of design for different screens, user interface design, and best practices in typography, design and navigation. Create a portfolio utilizing a variety of design techniques for the purpose of gaining employment and/or acceptance to an Art College or University.