UX/UI designers lay out websites and apps users find intuitive both and aesthetically appealing. They also strip away existing flows, analyze them, rework and validate new designs with data.
We have a single goal: to get you employed. That's why 80% of the course is devoted to practice.
Mentors support you in learning new topics, review assignments, suggest how to correct mistakes.
Your peers work for many international companies. They'll be your global industry network.
2-4 lessons per week for full-time students, and as a payable option for flexible students.
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Our course program covers everything the employers expect from junior UI/UX designers
For full-time, you pay nothing for 5 months. After finding a job, you'll pay 12% of your salary monthly for 3 years (36 payments). For flex, it's crucial to complete 100% of the course. If, after that, we actively search for a job for 16 weeks without any offers, you can get a refund.
Our platform offers an up-to-date database of local and global vacancies. You can apply for jobs and track your progress right from there.
Practice makes perfect, so we regularly hold mock interviews to prepare you for the real thing. You'll leave with a great impression.
We'll help you get noticed by crafting resumes, cover letters, and professional social media profiles that attract recruiters.
Mate's coordinators help you review job offers and set salary expectations based on what’s happening in the market.
Employers often contact us directly when they're seeking junior candidates, sometimes even before their job openings are public.
Full-time students pay after landing an IT job, while flex students might get a refund if they don't secure a job under specific conditions.
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Founder of Mate academy, former software developer at Google
12 modules
99 topics
4 months
This is your best-in-class introduction to Figma, a review of main UI components, and a quick guide to build them yourself. Oh, and since designing is about the joy of creating, we'll provide plenty!
Module topics
Figma Essentials
Basic UI Elements
Components, Autolayout, and Variants
Typography Basics
Grids
Prototyping
UI Design
Clickable Prototyping
We want you to join the course prepared and move fast with the group when it starts. Reading theory and doing the tasks below will increase your productivity during the course and in a long run help you be employed in a better company with a higher salary.
Module topics
How to learn effectively
Figma practice
As plain as it might sound, great designers start with great research to dive neck-deep into their target audience needs. So, let's carry out some research — shall we?
Module topics
Intro
Design Process
Quantitative Research (Surveys)
Heuristic Interface Analysis
Qualitative Research (In-Depth Interviews)
Jobs To Be Done
Customer Journey Mapping
Kano Model. Features Prioritization
Information Architecture Mapping
User Flows
Prototyping
Unmoderated User Testing
We'll take a closer look at the fundamental principles and laws of visual design and learn how to use them in our work, which will help you create high-quality UI in the future. We will also deepen and consolidate the knowledge of UI elements used in everyday work.
Module topics
Law of Proximity
Law of Common Region
Negative space
Contrast
Buttons
Inputs
We'll finally dwell over pixels and work our way to an aesthetically pleasing look, providing an even better user experience. At the finish line, you'll have a ready-for-development mobile design.
Module topics
Grids
Mobile Interfaces
Interface Patterns & Trends
Colors & UI
Typography
Design Gestalts and Rules
Handoff Preparation (UI Kits)
Mobile apps — been there, done that, so now it's time to come up with user-friendly web interfaces. We'll use this opportunity to enrich your portfolio, too!
Module topics
Scrum Methodology
Gathering Data From Interviews
Personas and User Stories
Product Hypotheses
Prototyping
Composition and Typography
Graphic Rhymes
Adaptive Design
How to Present Your Work
Project Presentation
Design Systems
First: It's high time for you to get acquainted with the motion magic and prepare first animations. Then: we'll get your portfolio over to Behance, getting you ready for the labor market.
Module topics
Behance Overview
Case Structure
Trends
Case Design Tips
Second Behance Case
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Sure! 9 out of 10 Mate students don't have a technical background. Our main goal is to teach you the basics and help you get a job in IT.
Full-time courses are completely free until you get a job. You'll study from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. After that, you'll pay a percentage of your salary according to the agreement. Flexible courses have fixed prices. The program is the same, but you can complete it at your own pace. The flexible format also includes an employment guarantee.
For full-time study, you need to go through the following selection process: 1. Sign up and complete an entrance test. 2. Pass an online interview where we’ll ask about your experience and expectations for the course. We will also check your English, which should be at a Pre-Intermediate+ level. 3. Finally, we will sign the agreement. For flexible study, you'll share your experience and expectations for the course with our manager during an online call. After payment, you can start learning immediately.
For the full-time course, we select the best candidates every 10 days. If a group is filled several weeks before the start date, we recommend applying as soon as possible to secure your spot. On average, new groups start every 2-3 months. For the flexible course, you can join whenever.
You can apply for the full-time course starting at age 16 with your parents' permission. For the flexible course, you can begin if you’re at least 15 years old. The employment guarantee applies if you reach the legal working age in your country by the time you finish the course.
We have no age restrictions. The IT field is one of the most inclusive industries. It might be challenging, but we believe you can find your first job in IT.
For the full-time course, classes are held from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday, online (you can check the detailed schedule in the course plan). You'll watch webinars and complete practical tasks. Our mentors will answer your questions and provide feedback in writing or during video calls during working hours, Monday to Friday. Group video calls happen 4 times a week in the afternoon. You can communicate with your classmates in group chats 24/7. Due to its intensity, it won't be possible to combine the full-time course with other studies or work. For the flexible course, you can study at your own pace. You'll watch video lessons, complete various practical tasks, and ask questions in the chat. You can also communicate with your classmates 24/7. Mentors will provide feedback and answer your questions from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday. You can also ask questions during group video calls.
Yes, after completing our course, you will receive a certificate. Over 3,500 of our graduates use these certificates to showcase their skills on LinkedIn and other social networks. However, our main goal is to help you get a job, and we will do everything possible to achieve that.
Graduates of the UI/UX designer course often land their first jobs in positions such as UI/UX, product, and web designers.
Our shared goal is getting your first job in IT. If you don't receive a job offer in IT after the full-time course, you won't need to pay anything. For the flexible course, you must complete 100% of the course and actively search for a job with our team for 16 weeks. If you still can't find a job in IT after that, you'll be eligible for a refund.