UI / UX Design

For UI / UX Design, tuition is 49, while applications close Anytime.

The UI / UX Design program is a non-degree course that teaches user interface and user experience design. It's an online program that takes place in English. You'll learn a design-centric approach to UI/UX and gain practical skills in visual communications.

The curriculum includes four courses that cover all stages of the UI/UX development process, from user research to creating sitemaps and wireframes. You'll learn current best practices in UX design and apply them to create effective screen-based experiences for websites or apps.

After completing this program, you can pursue careers like UI/UX Designer, Web Designer, or Human-Computer Interaction Specialist. You can also work in marketing or web design, using your skills to create compelling user experiences. Other potential job titles include Interaction Designer, Information Architect, or Digital Product Designer.

California Institute of the Arts, located near Valencia in Southern California, is a leading institution for creative education founded with a legacy of innovation in the arts. CalArts encourages experimental practice across disciplines including art, film, music, theater, dance, and animation, and offers a compact, studio-focused learning environment where students develop original work under the mentorship of practicing artists and industry professionals.

The institute promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on learning, supporting individual artistic development with cutting-edge studios, performance spaces, and digital labs. Small class sizes and intensive critique-based courses help students refine their voices and build professional portfolios, while visiting artists, festivals, and partnerships provide exposure to the wider creative industry. Academic advising, portfolio coaching, and career development services support transitions to festivals, galleries, studios, and commercial roles.

International students find a welcoming community and opportunities to participate in collaborative projects, residencies, and public exhibitions that elevate their practice. CalArts fosters a culture of experimentation, critical inquiry, and professional networking, making it a strong choice for creative learners who seek rigorous mentorship, cross-disciplinary exploration, and direct engagement with the contemporary arts scene in the United States.