Free UX Design and AI Course in London

CostFREE
Duration3 weeks
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free UX Design and AI Course in London. Classes run at The School of UX, based at Canada Water in London SE16. The course is 100% funded by the UK Government and supported by the Mayor of London. Part-time daytime classes run over 3 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover user experience and interface design principles alongside practical AI tools used in design work. You'll build portfolio projects and work on hands-on briefs. This free UX design and AI course is open to Londoners who are employed, self-employed, or unemployed.

Who this course is for

Self-employed, freelancers, employed, unemployed:

— Graphic designers — Digital designers — UX designers — UI designers — Content designers — Creatives — Software developers — Project managers — Marketing specialists — Career changers

Entry requirements

— You must be a UK-resident for at least 3 years — Must live in London — Be at least 19 years old — Have the right to work in the UK — Be able to attend all the classes in-person in London SE16 7AR — Not undertaken or currently undertaking another Skills Bootcamp in 2025/2026 — Not in full-time education

What you will learn

  • You'll apply UX design principles to real briefs and portfolio projects.
  • You'll learn how AI tools are used in the UX and UI design process.
  • You'll practise user interface design techniques used by professional designers.
  • You'll develop a portfolio of work to show to employers and clients.
  • You'll get feedback on your work directly from a tutor during sessions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through in-person classroom sessions at Canada Water, London SE16. The course uses hands-on project work as the main method of learning. You'll receive direct tutor feedback through Q&A sessions. Slides and materials are provided for you to keep. Assessment is through the portfolio and project work you build during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The School of UX will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • UX designer - plan and test digital products and interfaces
  • UI designer - create visual layouts for apps and websites
  • Product designer - shape how digital products look and work
  • Digital designer - produce design assets across web and mobile
  • Content designer - structure content for clear digital experiences
  • Interaction designer - design how users move through digital systems
  • Freelance UX consultant - offer UX services to clients independently

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in UX or Digital Design - a deeper qualification if you want to move into senior design roles or specialist work.
  • Google UX Design Certificate - a widely recognised online programme that builds further portfolio evidence.
  • A degree or postgraduate course in Interaction Design or Human-Computer Interaction - for those aiming at research-led or senior product roles.

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