What You’ll Learn
Coaching you through a carefully curated curriculum designed to take you from ‘just curious’ to ‘fully certified’ in user experience and user interface design in as few as 12 weeks (full time).
Foundation
User experience research techniques, interpreting data and applying user personas
Method
Competitor analysis, ideation, value proposition, Agile and Lean methodologies
Theory
Prototyping, Figma, colour theory & typography, Gestalt Principles and responsive interfaces
Technical
Information architecture and user flow design
Chapter 0: Pre-Work
The preparatory week is a self-paced and independent learning unit focused on introducing you to the tools that will be used when the bootcamp kicks off. Additionally, you are furnished with readings and theory content as well as a small task to get you comfortable and primed for the journey ahead.
Define UX and UI design
- What is UX and UI design?
- The seven key factors of UX design
- Products in UX/UI design
- The different branches in UX/UI design
Sketching, wireframing, and prototyping
- Understanding The Value And Skill Of Sketching
- Wireframing From Low- To High-Fidelity
- Lo-Fi Prototyping
Tools and whiteboarding
- Comfortable executing tasks using the chosen industry-focused tools
- Use whiteboarding and collaboration tools as per industry standards and requirements
Project
- Wireframing and prototyping in Figma
Learning Schedule
From Monday to Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm (Eastern Time, ET)
Lecture Session
9:30am - 11:00am (ET)
Lecture Session
11:30am - 01:00pm (ET)
Hands-on Session
02:00pm - 03:30pm (ET)
Our Methodology
Online Live Learning
- At Code Labs Academy, elevate your learning experience with our interactive online live sessions, where you engage directly with instructors and peers in real-time, fostering collaboration and rapid skill development across Canadian and global time zones.
Self Study
- Part Time: 9 hours live learning, 11 hours of self study, total 20 hours per week
- Full Time: 22.5 hours live learning, 17.5 hours of self study, total 40 hours per week
Flipped Classroom Method
- Experience a dynamic learning approach with our flipped classroom method, empowering you to learn actively and engage deeply in our bootcamp curriculum.
Guided Practice
- Engage in an immersive learning experience at our bootcamp, where we focus on active participation, hands-on exercises and portfolio building to ensure a solid foundation for your knowledge.
Prefer to learn at your own pace?
Design your future with our On-Demand UI/UX and Product Design Course. Learn at your own pace with the flexibility of our self-paced program and gain the skills to craft meaningful, user-centered digital experiences. Develop expertise in usability testing, product design principles, and design systems through hands-on projects that mirror real-world challenges.
What You’ll Need
You don’t need any prior qualifications in computer science or programming to join our bootcamp. We assume no prior knowledge and will guide you through the basics in the first few weeks, ensuring you build a strong foundation from the ground up. Whether you're new to the field or looking to move into or advance within design roles, our program is designed to get you up to speed quickly and confidently.
- Laptop or Computer: A reliable device to participate in design activities and online sessions.
- Stable Internet Connection: Reliable internet access for live learning sessions, tutorials and collaborative tools.
- Basic Computer Literacy: Ability to navigate operating systems, file management and internet browsers.
- Basic Creative Mindset or Interest in Design: A passion for problem-solving, creativity and design thinking.
- English Proficiency: B1 level with the ability to follow instructions, communicate ideas and participate in discussions effectively.
- Motivation and Willingness to Learn: A proactive attitude toward learning new concepts and tools in UI/UX design.
Career Services Center
Career Development Workshops
Taster sessions for you and the wider CLA community. Sample what our Career Center offers, meet our Careers Advisor and drop in for a session for those last minute résumé tidies or job search questions.
Personalised Career Counseling Sessions
Structured sessions for identifying your career and upskilling goals and formulating strategies to achieve them through friendly counselling conversations and Career Action Planning.
Mock Interviews
Practise common behavioural and technical interview questions, highlight how you provide what employers are looking for, learn how to talk about your strengths and navigate salary or rate discussions with confidence.
Résumé & Cover Letter Reviews
Get personalised recommendations on your résumé or cover letter, tailored to get the attention of recruiters and hiring managers and help you land interviews in the Canadian and international tech markets.
Job and Internship Round-Up
The newest employment and internship opportunities, hand picked by our career specialists, with a focus on truly entry-level and early-career roles that match your developing skills.
Career Resources Platform Access
Open access to our learning platform’s career service materials, assignments and tech industry resources to help you prepare applications, interviews and networking outreach at your own pace.
Professional Guidance & Networking Events
Meet tech professionals across different industries to get career advice and guidance, as well as the chance to network with other professionals and alumni in our Career Chat events.
Alumni Networking
Connect with classmates and past CLA alumni from Canada and around the world to share relevant content, start insightful discussions and share job openings that might be of interest to fellow graduates.
Why Choose Code Labs Academy?
1-to-1 Career Coaching
Personalised support from career specialists: CV and LinkedIn refresh, mock interviews, and a tech-focused job-search strategy.
Portfolio-Ready Projects
Graduate with a GitHub-ready portfolio of real-world projects, built in class and polished with mentor feedback.
Industry-Driven Curriculum
Curriculum refreshed every quarter to match current hiring needs in AI, cybersecurity, and web development.
Recognised Certificate
Showcase your AZAV-accredited Code Labs Academy certificate on LinkedIn, your CV, and visa applications.