SHERIDAN COLLEGE · CANADA
Digital Product Design
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS PNMED
At a glance
12 mo
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Level
- 8 monthsProgram Duration
- $64,000Average Entry-Level UX Designer Salary in Ontario
- 107%Increase in Demand for UX Designers
- Trafalgar Campus, OakvilleLocation
- PGWP-alignedPost-Graduation Work Permit
Launch into the in-demand field of digital product design with a graduate certificate from Sheridan College. This program is designed to equip you with a comprehensive skill set covering business strategy, research methods, visual design, prototyping, and user experience. You will learn to design intuitive and efficient digital products that meet user needs, considering ethical approaches and societal impact. Taught by industry experts, you'll utilize professional software like Figma, Mural, and Adobe Creative Cloud, mimicking real-world workflows to develop and iterate on your ideas effectively.
Curriculum
The program is structured over two semesters, providing a comprehensive curriculum in digital product design.
- Semester 1
- User-Centred Research MethodsDESN 52377
- Digital Product Design StrategyDESN 53466
- Inclusive Digital Product DesignDESN 51041
- User Experience Design: FundamentalsDESN 50737
- Semester 2
- User Experience Design: Emerging ApproachesDESN 53903
- Prototyping and Workflow MethodsDESN 52969
- Usability and Data-Driven DesignDESN 55062
- Digital Product Design WorkshopDESN 59566
Careers
Graduates are prepared for roles as freelancers or within organizations in a field with high workforce demand. Industry experts note that for every technical position, a designer is also needed.
- Design researcher
- Design strategist
- Product designer
- UX designer
- UI designer
- Usability tester
- Design consultant
Frequently asked questions
- What are the academic entry requirements for the Digital Product Design certificate?
- Applicants need a postsecondary diploma or degree in fields such as design, visual/fine arts, communications, commerce, engineering, health sciences, or social sciences. Related work and/or educational experience may also be considered.
- What is the duration of the Digital Product Design program?
- The Digital Product Design graduate certificate program is 8 months long, structured over two semesters.
- What is the application process for international students?
- International applicants must apply online, submit official postsecondary transcripts (with notarized English translations if needed), complete a supplemental application, and meet English Language Proficiency requirements.
- What career opportunities are available after completing this program?
- Graduates are prepared for roles such as Design researcher, Design strategist, Product designer, UX designer, UI designer, Usability tester, and Design consultant. The field has high workforce demand with a 107% increase in demand for UX Designers.
- Is a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) available for this program?
- Yes, the Digital Product Design graduate certificate program is PGWP-aligned, making graduates eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
Entry requirements
Postsecondary diploma or degreeIn design, visual/fine arts, communications, commerce, engineering, health sciences, or social sciences. Related work and/or educational experience may also be considered.
Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to have competencies in Figma, Adobe XD, or equivalent software prior to the program start. Applicant selection is based on demonstrated competence through work/educational experience and a supplemental submission evaluating disciplinary knowledge, conceptual thinking, communication, and visual skills.
Fees
Tuition (international)Fees shown here are estimates only.
Tuition (home)Fees shown here are estimates only.
LivingFees shown here are estimates only.
The program fees section only indicates that fees are estimates and does not provide specific amounts.
How to apply
1. Apply OnlineSubmit your application through the official Sheridan College admissions portal.
2. Submit TranscriptsProvide official postsecondary transcripts indicating completed courses. If not in English, these must be accompanied by a notarized, official translation and a copy of the original document.
3. Supplemental SubmissionComplete and submit the required supplemental application, which assesses disciplinary knowledge, conceptual thinking, communication, and visual skills. Details will be provided in your applicant portal.
4. English ProficiencyMeet Sheridan's English Language Proficiency requirements if your first language is not English.
5. Await AssessmentApplications are reviewed for eligibility and selection based on academic and work experience, and the supplemental submission.
Accreditation
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Frequently asked questions
What are the academic entry requirements for the Digital Product Design certificate?
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Applicants need a postsecondary diploma or degree in fields such as design, visual/fine arts, communications, commerce, engineering, health sciences, or social sciences. Related work and/or educational experience may also be considered.
What is the duration of the Digital Product Design program?
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The Digital Product Design graduate certificate program is 8 months long, structured over two semesters.
What is the application process for international students?
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International applicants must apply online, submit official postsecondary transcripts (with notarized English translations if needed), complete a supplemental application, and meet English Language Proficiency requirements.
What career opportunities are available after completing this program?
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Graduates are prepared for roles such as Design researcher, Design strategist, Product designer, UX designer, UI designer, Usability tester, and Design consultant. The field has high workforce demand with a 107% increase in demand for UX Designers.
Is a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) available for this program?
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Yes, the Digital Product Design graduate certificate program is PGWP-aligned, making graduates eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.