Brandeis Online
UX Research Online Master's Certificate
Program Snapshot
- 100% online
- Part-time or full-time
- 4 courses (12 credits)
- Complete in 1 year or less
- Pathway to MS in User-Centered Design
- Offered through the Rabb School of Continuing Studies
Become an expert on user experiences
The best way to design products and services that meet user needs is to conduct in-depth research on their experiences. By conducting qualitative and quantitative user research throughout the design process, teams can minimize risk and increase product usability.
The Master’s Certificate in UX Research will equip you with foundational knowledge in user experience design, providing an introduction to the core principles and methods for creating user-friendly digital experiences. You'll learn industry-standard techniques for gathering and analyzing user data; explore how design can influence user behavior; and apply your research insights in a real-world design project.
The Master's Certificate in UX Research will prepare you to:
- Conduct user-centered research for design decisions
- Implement ethics in digital design and data representation
- Develop and interpret user personas and journeys
- Evaluate and apply inclusive research and design principles
MS in User Experience Design Pathway
MS in Applied Leadership Pathway
With just six more courses, individuals in the UX Research Master's Certificate program can earn an MS in Applied Leadership through Brandeis Online. This customizable program prepares students to be forward-thinking and adaptable leaders in their field of choice.
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"Online Learning tools facilitate innovative instructional design that naturally fits in with the iterative processes that have long been the hallmark of UX design, and leave a wider field for ongoing experimentation in course design."
— Eva Kaniasty, Chair of User-Centered Design
Founder, Slipper Studios
News and Stories
January 6, 2025
Brandeis Online's new user experience design master's certificates give you the opportunity to grow in the areas of UX research or digital accessibility, without committing to a full degree program.