Introduction to User Experience Design
Is this course right for you?
It walks through the core loop of understanding users, prototyping and evaluating clearly enough to leave you with a real mental model, and it assumes no background, so it's a low-cost way to test your interest before committing to something bigger. Auditing on Coursera costs nothing; the certificate needs a subscription, with financial aid available.
Just don't expect to come out job-ready. It stays conceptual, with no Figma or tool training, and anyone already past the basics will find it slow. As a stepping stone toward a hands-on programme like the Google UX certificate, it's well judged (as of 2026).
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About this course
Introduction to User Experience Design is an exceptionally popular UX course, and a natural first stop for understanding the field. From Georgia Tech's Dr. Rosa Arriaga, it walks through the user-centred design process — understanding users, prototyping, and evaluating designs — in a clear, accessible way with no prior experience needed.
Instructor
Dr. Rosa I. Arriaga is a research scientist at the Georgia Institute of Technology working in human-computer interaction. The course reflects Georgia Tech's strong reputation in computing and HCI, taught at an accessible introductory level.