UXID BS Program

Learn By Doing

Leading the evolution of digital interaction through human-centered design, where creativity meets technology to shape how people connect with tomorrow's world.

Design Beyond the Screen

Our User Experience & Interaction Design program prepares you to shape the future of digital interaction. Through a blend of design thinking, technical skills, and human psychology, you'll learn to create intuitive digital experiences that transform how people interact with technology.

Working at the intersection of creativity and technology, you'll master UX/UI design, interaction design, and full-stack development while collaborating on real-world projects. Our industry-connected curriculum, combined with Drexel's renowned co-op program, provides hands-on experience at leading companies like Adobe, Amazon, Comcast, and Google. Whether you're designing enterprise solutions or crafting consumer applications, you'll graduate ready to lead the evolution of digital experiences.

What You'll Learn

Design Experiences That Matter

Leading the evolution of digital interaction through human-centered design, where creativity meets technology to shape how people connect with tomorrow's world.

UX Research

Decode Human Digital Behavior

Before any great product is built, we need to understand the humans who'll use it. UX Research is where psychology meets technology - it's the art and science of uncovering what users really need, not just what they say they want.

As a UX Researcher, you'll become a digital detective. You'll master the tools of behavioral psychology, run usability tests that reveal hidden insights, and transform raw data into compelling stories that drive product decisions. We're talking eye-tracking studies that show exactly where users get stuck, interview techniques that uncover breakthrough insights, and data analysis that turns user behavior into actionable strategies.

Think of companies like Apple, Tesla, or Google - their groundbreaking products weren't built on guesswork. They were shaped by deep user research. You'll learn to conduct the same kind of research that led to the iPhone's intuitive interface or Tesla's reimagined car dashboard. You'll discover why users do what they do, predict what they'll need next, and use these insights to shape the future of technology.

In our program, you'll go beyond basic surveys and focus groups. You'll dive into advanced research methods like contextual inquiry, user persona development, and journey mapping. You'll conduct thorough competitor analysis to identify market opportunities, design sophisticated survey instruments that yield actionable data, and learn to spot patterns in user behavior that others miss. You'll translate complex research findings into clear recommendations that executives can't ignore.

The best part? Every tech company needs UX Researchers. As products become more complex and competition gets fiercer, companies are racing to understand their users better. That's where you come in - armed with the skills to uncover the insights that drive innovation.

UI Design

Where Beauty Meets Function

Before any great product is built, we need to understand the humans who'll use it. UX Research is where psychology meets technology - it's the art and science of uncovering what users really need, not just what they say they want.

UI Design is where art meets digital innovation - it's about crafting interfaces so intuitive that they feel like magic. We're not just making things look pretty; we're designing the touch points between humans and technology that define our digital future. From Figma to design systems, you'll master the tools that tech giants use to build world-class products.

Think about the apps and websites you love. That satisfaction when everything just works? That's not an accident - it's carefully crafted UI design. You'll learn to create these moments, building interfaces that millions of people will use daily. You'll discover how to turn complex functionalities into simple, beautiful interactions that users intuitively understand.

You'll go beyond pushing pixels to build robust design systems that power modern digital products. Master micro-interactions that delight users, create accessible designs that work for everyone, and develop the visual problem-solving skills that top companies desperately need. Learn to blend typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy to guide user behavior and emotional response.

As digital products become central to every business, companies compete for designers who can create beautiful, scalable interfaces. Whether you dream of crafting sleek mobile apps, reimagining enterprise software, or defining a brand's entire digital presence, UI design opens doors to countless opportunities. Our graduates don't just join design teams - they lead them.

Development

Turn Vision Into Reality

Transform creative concepts into powerful, responsive applications that shape how people interact with technology. Master modern development tools and frameworks while learning to build seamless experiences that work beautifully across every platform and device.

Development is where design meets technological innovation - it's about bringing digital experiences to life through code. You'll learn to transform static designs into dynamic, interactive applications that work flawlessly across all platforms. From responsive websites to progressive web apps, you'll master the modern tools and frameworks that power today's digital landscape.

The best developers are creative problem solvers. You'll learn to write clean, elegant code that brings design visions to reality. Starting with core web fundamentals, you'll progress to advanced frameworks and libraries used by leading tech companies. Build sophisticated applications that combine beautiful interfaces with robust functionality, all while following industry best practices.

Gone are the days of clunky websites and slow-loading apps. Modern development demands speed, responsiveness, and seamless user experiences. You'll learn to optimize performance, ensure accessibility, and implement cutting-edge features that users love. Master version control, explore automated testing, and learn the DevOps practices that leading tech companies use.

The tech industry needs developers who understand both code and user experience. Our graduates don't just build websites - they create digital ecosystems that scale. Whether you're interested in frontend development, full-stack engineering, or emerging technologies like WebXR, you'll gain the skills to turn complex requirements into elegant solutions. Join a community of builders shaping the future of the web.

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