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UI/UX Designer

Learn practical UI/UX design for FREE — zero tech experience needed. Earn a globally recognised certificate and unlock opportunities worldwide.

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Next Cohort Starts
June 28th 2026
Limited seats available
Avg. Salary Increase
Within 6 months
Earn Global Certificate Certification
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Global & Local Tech Roles Job Opportunities
⭐ 4.8/5 Alumni Rating Alumni Survey 2026
Is This For You?

Check If You're a Perfect Fit

This scholarship was built for a specific type of person. See if that's you.

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The 9-to-5 Escape Artist

You work a regular job but dream of remote work. You want a skill that lets you work from anywhere in the world.

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The Intentional Income Builder

You've decided this year you will grow your earning power — intentionally. You're ready to command premium rates.

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The Global Competitor

You need a globally respected skill that lets you compete — and win — against talent worldwide.

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The Bold Beginner

Zero design experience, but massive drive. You believe in yourself enough to kick-start something exceptional.

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The Practical Learner

You need training that's immediately applicable — real-world, project-based, not heavy on theory.

Sound like you? You're exactly who this is for.

Join 3,120+ designers who took the leap. See everything that's included below.

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Why PDU Africa

Skills That Pay. Community That Stays.
Results That Last.

We don't just teach design — we transform careers. Discover the unfair advantages you get when you join the PDU Africa scholarship bootcamp.

Industry-Relevant Skills

Master Figma from beginner to advanced, plus AI-powered design tools that top companies use daily. Every skill you learn is directly mapped to what employers are hiring for right now.

Increased Earnings

UI/UX designers in Africa earn ₦300k–₦600k+ monthly. Our graduates report an average 3× salary increase within 6 months of completing the diploma — with global remote opportunities on top.

Based on Idealnovate data school alumni analytical survey 2026

More Scholarship Access

Get access to our diploma scholarship to build and grow your career through partnership, collaborations and personalized mentorship tailored to your pace and goals.

Community Support

Join a thriving network of 3,120+ designers across Africa. Get peer feedback, collaborate on projects, attend live events, and stay connected to a community that grows with you long after graduation.

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Tools You'll Master

Industry-Standard Tools.
Used by Top Designers Worldwide.

From wireframing to AI-powered prototyping, you'll graduate confident in the tools that matter most in the global design market.

Figma

The world's #1 design tool for UI/UX — from wireframes to polished prototypes.

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FigJam

Collaborative whiteboarding for design thinking, user flows and team ideation.

AI

Figma AI

Automate repetitive tasks and generate design assets with built-in AI magic.

Lovable AI

Turn Figma designs into working web apps in minutes — no coding required.

Alumni Success

Where Our Graduates Work

Our alumni are now shaping product experiences at Africa's fastest-growing tech companies and design-forward businesses. Your name could be next.

🟢Paystack
🏢Thuja LLC
🌿Vital Relief Wellness
Bolt
🏦Access Bank
🟠Glovo
🛒Jumia
💳Moniepoint
📊PiggyVest
🟢Paystack
🏢Thuja LLC
🌿Vital Relief Wellness
Bolt
🏦Access Bank
🟠Glovo
🛒Jumia
💳Moniepoint
📊PiggyVest
3,120+ Designers Trained
40+ Countries Reached
85% Job Referrals (Alumni Survey 2026)
Average Salary Increase
Requirements

Qualification Process

From application to graduation, our team supports you every step of the way. Here's what we ask in return for this premium, free training:

Follow our social media platforms to stay connected with the latest updates, resources, and community announcements.

You must be ready to carry out all projects and assignments — consistent effort is non-negotiable or you will be exited from the training.

You must be willing to share your testimonial if you are getting value — your story inspires the next generation of African designers.

You must have a working smartphone to access live sessions, resources, and the community platform.

You should have a working computer system — Windows or Mac — for design projects and Figma practice.

You must attend all daily sessions and submit your project work to earn your final certification.

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Scheme of Work

Elementary UI/UX Design
Bootcamp Curriculum

A structured, hands-on curriculum designed to take you from complete beginner to job-ready designer across 6 intensive live sessions.

Programme Overview

2-week live online bootcamp designed for absolute beginners with zero tech background.

2Weeks
14hrsLive Sessions
5+Projects
4Tools Mastered

What's included:

  • Live instructor-led sessions
  • Daily assignments & feedback
  • Portfolio project support
  • Global certificate upon completion
  • What is UI vs UX — understanding the difference and why both matter
  • Introduction to Design Thinking: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test
  • Overview of the design industry: roles, career paths and earning potential
  • Setting up your Figma workspace and navigating the interface
  • Assignment: Create your first mood board and design brief
  • Lo-fi and hi-fi wireframing techniques using Figma
  • Typography in UI: choosing fonts, scale, hierarchy and readability
  • Colour theory for digital design: palettes, accessibility, contrast ratios
  • Spacing, grids and layout systems (8-point grid)
  • Assignment: Design a 5-screen wireframe for your chosen app concept
  • Creating interactive prototypes in Figma with transitions and animations
  • Micro-interactions: hover states, loading states, feedback cues
  • Planning and conducting a usability test session
  • Analysing test results and iterating on your design
  • Assignment: Prototype your app and run a usability test with 3 users
  • Using Figma AI for auto-generation, content fill and design suggestions
  • FigJam AI for whiteboarding sessions and collaborative ideation
  • Introduction to Lovable AI: turning Figma designs into live web prototypes
  • Assignment: Use AI tools to redesign and document an existing product screen
  • Structuring your Behance and portfolio case study for maximum impact
  • Writing compelling design case studies that get recruiter attention
  • Optimizing your LinkedIn profile and applying for design roles
  • Capstone project preparation: end-to-end design challenge brief
  • Assignment: Build and publish your first portfolio case study
  • Final capstone project presentation to a panel of industry mentors
  • Live design critique: structured feedback and iteration session
  • Graduation ceremony and premium certificate issuance
  • Career launch: community onboarding, alumni network & job placement support
  • Next steps: accessing hiring partner introductions and freelance opportunities

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Alumni Work

Designs That Speak
for Themselves

Real projects. Real students. See the calibre of work our graduates create during and after the bootcamp — and imagine what you'll build.

These are just a sample — our alumni have completed 200+ real-world projects across 15+ industries. Join the bootcamp and build yours.

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3,120+ Designers Trained
4.8 ⭐ Average Rating
94% Would Recommend
12+ Countries Reached
Certification

Earn a Globally Recognised
Professional Certificate

Complete the bootcamp. Ship your capstone. Walk away with a credential that opens doors across Africa and beyond.

Upon completing the PDU Africa UI/UX Design Scholarship Bootcamp, you'll receive a premium verifiable certificate that validates your skills to employers worldwide — both digitally and in print.

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Complete All 6 Sessions

Attend live sessions, submit all projects and meet the session grade score throughout the programme.

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Pass Your Capstone Project

Present your end-to-end design project to a panel of industry mentors for live critique and sign-off.

3

Receive Your Certificate

Get your premium, verifiable PDU Africa UI/UX design certificate — shareable on LinkedIn, your CV and portfolio.

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Unlock Lifetime Career Support

Access job placement assistance, portfolio reviews, alumni network and exclusive hiring partner introductions.

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Community

More Than a Bootcamp.
A Movement of Designers.

When you join PDU Africa, you don't just get a curriculum — you join Africa's most active UI/UX design community, where accountability meets ambition.

3,120+
Active Designers
40+
Countries
200+
Projects Shipped

Active WhatsApp & Telegram Community

Daily conversations, job leads, feedback and peer support with fellow designers.

Weekly Live Events & Design Challenges

Participate in critiques, masterclasses, and industry talks from top designers.

Networking & Collaboration Opportunities

Collaborate with peers across Africa on real projects that build your portfolio.

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Yes! The PDU Africa UI/UX Design Scholarship Bootcamp is 100% free for accepted applicants. We believe talent shouldn't be limited by financial constraints. All you need is commitment, consistency and a device to learn on.
Absolutely not. This bootcamp is specifically designed for complete beginners — whether you're coming from a business, arts, science, or social background. We start from the very basics and build your skills systematically. Zero tech experience required.
The bootcamp runs for 2 weeks across 6 live online sessions totalling 14hrs of live instruction. Each session is 2–3hrs of live class time, plus self-study and project work at your own pace. Sessions are recorded for those who miss a class.
You need a working computer (Windows or Mac) with internet access and a smartphone for community engagement. Figma has a free tier that works in any browser, so there are no expensive software costs involved.
Yes. Upon successfully completing all sessions, projects and your capstone challenge, you'll receive a premium PDU Africa UI/UX Design Certificate. This is a globally recognised credential you can add to your LinkedIn profile, portfolio and CV.
Our graduates have accessed opportunities at companies including Paystack, Access Bank, Thuja LLC, Bolt, and many more — through referrals, freelance contracts, and junior roles. We provide career support, CV reviews, portfolio critiques, and connect you with our hiring partner network.
All live sessions are recorded and made available to enrolled students within 24 hours. However, consistent attendance is strongly encouraged — it is tied to your grade scores and progression through the programme.
Absolutely! We have a talent pipeline of trained, certified UI/UX designers ready for internships, junior roles and freelance contracts. Contact us at hire@pduafrica.com or reach out via WhatsApp for a curated talent shortlist.
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