Introduction to UI and UX Design
Get started with User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design and learn how to wireframe and prototype using Figma.
Introduction to UI and UX Design is a beginner-level online course from Codecademy in UI/UX Design. It is structured in 3 modules with 3 stated learning outcomes, over 2h. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 5.9K ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our UI/UX Design courses collection, where we compare it against 4 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 2h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (5.9K reviews) |
| Price | Free |
About this course
This course introduces the fundamentals of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design. You will learn UI/UX theory and practice, understand common methodologies, and practice new skills with Figma. The course covers how to wireframe and prototype using Figma, a standard tool for designing digital interfaces.
Codecademy’s approach focuses on immediate practice. You start with UI/UX theory and common methodologies, then apply what you learn in Figma. By the end, you will be able to create a basic wireframe and a working prototype. These are the concrete skills a beginner needs to start building portfolio pieces.
The course does not cover advanced research methods, business strategy, or visual design principles beyond wireframing and prototyping. Learners who want deeper user research or product strategy should look at other courses in the data set, such as those focusing on user research methods. This course is best for beginners who want a quick, free introduction to the tools and terminology of UI/UX design.
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
What this course covers
3 modulesThe 3-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 2h.
Module 1 · Introduction to UI and UX Design
Module 2 · Wireframes
Module 3 · Prototyping with Figma
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 5.9K learners on Codecademy (checked 10 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to UI and UX Design This | Codecademy | 4.5★ | Free | 2h | Quickest to finish (2h) |
| UI / UX Design |
 Coursera
|
4.7★ | Check price | 2 months | Beginner-friendly · 2 months |
| Figma UI UX Design Essentials |
 Udemy
|
4.7★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | |
| User Experience Certification |
Udemy
|
4.3★ | Free | Free — certificate included |
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Common questions
Is Introduction to UI and UX Design free?
Yes. Codecademy lists it as free to enrol. A certificate is available on completion — providers often charge separately for the certificate even when the course itself is free, so check the fee on the provider page before you count on it.
Does Introduction to UI and UX Design come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Introduction to UI and UX Design take?
Codecademy lists it at 2h. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Introduction to UI and UX Design suitable for beginners?
Yes. Codecademy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Introduction to UI and UX Design cover?
It is organised into 3 modules, starting with Introduction to UI and UX Design and going on to Wireframes, Prototyping with Figma. The full outline is on this page.