UI/UX Design Intensive Course is designed for beginners who want to learn modern design technologies to create digital products and services that meet user needs. It’s a great opportunity to try out Figma software and get familiar with the daily tasks of a UI/UX designer in an IT company.
In 2026, UI/UX design will be one of the most in-demand professions in the IT and design industries. Design has the power to improve the world, and UI/UX designers contribute to this daily by enhancing user experiences and creating more convenient, modern, and aesthetically appealing solutions. This course provides fundamental knowledge of UI/UX design.
Note! The course will be conducted in English.
Participant Requirements
Secondary education and proficiency in English
Basic computer skills
Course Outline
Each session includes both UI/UX theory and Figma practice.
Day 1– Introduction to UI/UX/Product Design
Theory:
- What is UX, UI and Product design
- Titles and roles in a digital product
- Popular Ux-frameworks and methodologies
- Figma products: Design, FigJam, Slides, Buzz, Sites, Make
Practice in Figma:
- Introduction to the interface and tools.
- Frames, groups, sections
- Setting up a project, naming and project cover
- Creating the app structure (navigation map)
- Define the product idea (we select one case for the whole week)
- Basic app architecture & screens
Day 2– Research & Structure
Theory:
- User journey and flows
- Target audience and personas
- Basic UX research logic
- Sketching and wireframing
- Platform guidelines (iOS vs Android basics)
Practice in Figma:
- Layout grid and spacing
- Wireframing using shapes and text
- Building user flow
- Basic shapes, text, and image manipulation.
- Using comments & collaboration
- Exploring Figma Community (UI kits, inspiration)
Day 3 — Visual Design & UI
Theory:
- Visual hierarchy
- Color systems
- Typography and work with texts
- Accessibility basics
- How developers work with your design
Practice in Figma:
- Styles
- Constraints and auto layouts
- Creating buttons, inputs, cards
- Turning wireframes into high-fidelity screens
Day 4 — Interaction & Prototyping. Design systems & UI kits.
Theory:
- Design Systems VS UI kits
- UX testing types (usability, guerrilla testing, A/B basics)
- Handoff to developers (design specs, inspect mode)
- Common mistakes in junior portfolios
Practice in Figma:
- Components with variants
- Building a small UI kit
- Variables and libraries
- Interactive prototype
- Smart animate transitions
- Linking full user flow
Day 5– AI tools, Summary & Professional Opportunities
Theory:
- AI tools from text to wireframe generators
- How to present a design case
- Turning class project into portfolio case
- Junior designer skill map
- Job market expectations
- Useful UI/UX resources
Practice in Figma:
- Intro to Figma Make
- Creating presentation with your project
Final Output:
Interactive mobile app prototype
Structured case story presentation (from problem to prototype)
Course Outcomes
By completing the course, participants will:
- Understand the role and tasks of a UI/UX designer.
- Be familiar with mobile app development processes.
- Learn Figma basics for creating digital sketches and prototypes.
- Enhance their portfolio with a UI/UX project.
Assessment
The course concludes with an evaluation. Participants must attend at least 75% of the sessions to receive credit. A certificate from the Estonian Academy of Arts will be issued upon completion of a written feedback form.
Required Materials
Personal laptop
Figma(free trial available at figma.com)
Instructor
Andrei Kedrin graduated from the Estonian Academy of Arts in 2006 with a BA in Graphic Design. He has 20 years of design experience and, for the past five years, has primarily worked as a designer of digital (B2B) products.
He teaches art courses at Kumu and is interested in new forms of digital art.
Dates: August 10– 14, 2026 16:00–18:15
Location: Tallinn, Põhja puiestee 7, Estonian Academy of Arts, Room A502
Duration: 15 academic hours of in-person instruction + 11 hours of independent work (1 ECTS credit)
Group Size: 9–10 participants
Registration: until August 3, 2026, or until spots are filled
Contact: koolitus@artun.ee, +372 5919 9496
Fee: 330€