The most comprehensive user research course in the industry.
Master the research skills that make UX professionals so valuable. Become a confident, credible and effective user researcher with a globally recognised qualification.
This user research course has been created and validated by experts in UX research. It is credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University.
Self-paced learning gives you the flexibility to study in your own time. Monthly deadlines and submissions give you structure and accountability. The best of both worlds.
This course is for anybody looking to build their skills and advance their career with UX research.
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€2,100
Pay €317 per month over 6 months. 0% interest. Speak to an advisor to learn more.
Career-ready education. Get the skills you need for the career you want.
Self-paced learning with a structured curriculum that includes bite-sized video lessons, text and audio resources.
Hands-on projects to help you practice what you’ve learned.
Get mentored by experienced user and UX research professionals, and enjoy day-to-day support from our course tutors.
Earn your qualification via an online exam.
held monthly to ensure you stand out to employers.
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User research is the process of researching a product or service’s current or potential users. User research helps UX designers understand their users so that the products they create are more likely to satisfy them while meeting business objectives.
A UX researcher’s work is ultimately in service of a product’s UX design but UX researchers aren’t designers. Instead, they synthesise and present their findings to the design team through presentations, personas, journey maps and other tools that will enable the team to understand the users they’re designing for.
You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus.
You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. Our team will be there to support you along every step of the way but success will come as a result of your own diligence.
You need to be comfortable learning in English. All video lessons, course materials, webinars, correspondence and the final exam are delivered in English.
The most popular option is to follow the 16 week structure. Each week you are given a deadline with a number of video lessons to complete. You’ll also follow recommended start and finish dates for each project.
Alternatively you can complete the course entirely at your own pace. As the course is delivered entirely online, it means that you’re free to complete it whenever you are free. You’ll still be able to take part in any of the webinars – either live or catching up through recordings. Once enrolled, you’ll have access to all of the course materials for eight months.
The UK higher education system is internationally renowned for its excellent standards. Our courses are all credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University, a highly-rated UK university. The Professional Certificate in User Research is allocated 15 credits at Level 7 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. For your country, there will be an equivalent award in the relevant educational system.
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