A graphic of two smartphones with an app design on them.

UI / UX Minor

Introduction

15 Units

The UI/UX Minor at LCAD is a comprehensive 15-unit program that prepares students for the rapidly evolving digital design landscape. This minor combines foundational user interface and user experience principles with cutting-edge technologies like augmented reality and motion design, providing students with the essential skills needed to create compelling, user-centered digital products and experiences.

The UI/UX Minor emphasizes practical application of design thinking and user-centered design methodologies. Students learn to bridge the gap between creative vision and technical implementation, developing skills that are essential in today’s digital-first marketplace. The program balances theoretical understanding with hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and emerging technologies.

Career Applications

The UI/UX Minor prepares students for diverse career paths in the rapidly expanding digital design industry. The program’s emphasis on emerging technologies opens pathways to specialized roles as experiential designers, where professionals focus on creating immersive and experiential design applications that push the boundaries of traditional digital interaction.