Interaction design undergraduate certificate
Certificate, undergraduate
Design digital experiences people use
The interaction design undergraduate certificate prepares students to design thoughtful, user-centered digital experiences. The program introduces core principles of interaction, user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design while emphasizing design thinking and problem-solving in real-world contexts.
Through studio-based coursework, you’ll explore the relationships between visual design, communication design, and UI/UX design. You’ll develop real-world skills in research, ideation, prototyping and testing while learning to make user-centered decisions grounded in the theory and practice of design empathy.
You will build a professional portfolio through hands-on projects, including interactive and mobile app prototypes created with industry-standard tools. This certificate supports non-majors, adjacent majors and working professionals seeking practical UI/UX and interaction design skills applicable across multiple creative and technical fields.
Overview
Related Topics
User-centered design in practice
Degree fit
This certificate could be a good fit if you:
- Are interested in user experience, interface or interaction design.
- Want hands-on studio experience designing digital products.
- Enjoy combining creativity, research and problem-solving.
- Are a non-design major seeking UI/UX skills or a designer expanding into digital interaction.
Career outcomes
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial Aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Organizations and clubs connect students, create community and help shape future leaders.
- American Institute of Graphic Artists
- Student Congress of Art & Architecture
- Visual Arts Community
Internships
The College of Art and Architecture has strong industry connections providing internship and networking opportunities that are crucial as you establish your career.
- Museums
- Galleries
- Public schools (teaching practicum required for art education majors)
- Public agencies
- Private firms in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design or graphic design
- Art nonprofits
- Community centers
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements here to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.