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Program Overview
The UX/UI technical diploma at Madison College is a focused, one-year program designed for professionals looking to expand their skillset or transition into a career in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design.
Whether you come from a background in marketing, communications, graphic design or another creative or technical field, this program provides a practical entry point into the world of digital product design.
The curriculum emphasizes key UX/UI concepts, such as user research, wireframing, interface design, prototyping, accessibility and usability—with a strong focus on human-centered design principles. Unlike the associate degree, the technical diploma does not include web development, allowing students to concentrate on the planning and visual side of digital experiences.
Students gain hands-on experience through applied projects, developing a professional portfolio that demonstrates their understanding of UX/UI practices.
Program Details
Students in the UX/UI program can attend full- or part-time.
Any in-person UX/UI technical diploma classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
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If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Application Dates
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is August 31, 2026
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the program.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your UX/UI Design career.
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Career Outcomes
The UX/UI Technical Diploma will help ready you to take on a variety of roles in the design and tech industries, including:
- UX/UI or Product Designer, creating seamless, user-friendly digital experiences by combining user research, interaction design and visual aesthetics to enhance usability and engagement.
- UX Designer, improving user experience through research, testing and iterative design.
- Interaction Designer, focusing on interactive elements to enhance digital engagement.
- UI Designer, creating visually compelling and user-friendly interfaces.
- Information Architect, structuring content for easy navigation and accessibility.