Learn UI/UX design in 3 weeks. Leave with a portfolio case study.
A live, beginner-friendly UI/UX training led by Designechi alongside a working product designer. No experience needed.
- StartsMonday 16 November 2026
- FormatLive on Google Meet · recordings within 24 hours
- Tue & Thu7pm WAT / 6pm GMT / 1pm ET · 1.5 hours
- Saturday4pm WAT / 3pm GMT / 10am ET · 2 hour workshop
- Seats15 only, so everyone gets real feedback
Registration closes Saturday 14 November, 11:59pm WAT.
Three weeks from knowing nothing to a tested prototype
You start with research and flows. You finish with a clickable prototype you tested on real users, and a case study you can show employers and clients.
No design experience. A laptop and a free Figma account.
A designed, prototyped and tested app flow, written up as a portfolio case study.
Who Cohort 4 is for
This is the Foundations door. It assumes nothing, and it moves fast.
Join if you are
- ✓ A complete beginner with no design experience
- ✓ A career-switcher moving into product design
- ✓ After a real portfolio piece, not just theory
You'll need: a laptop, a stable internet connection, and a free Figma account. Nothing else.
Not for you if
- ✕ You're a working designer after advanced or Operator-level content. This cohort is Foundations, and you'd be bored.
- ✕ You can't give it about 5 live hours a week. The live sessions are the product.
What you'll be able to do by 5 December
Stated as things you can demonstrate, because that's what a portfolio review actually asks for.
Research users and turn what you learn into clear user flows
Sketch and build wireframes for a real app
Design clean, consistent UI screens in Figma
Build a clickable prototype and test it with real users
Present your work as a portfolio case study
Leave with a finished case study and a certificate of completion
One project, carried through all three weeks
Each week builds on the last. Week 1's flows become Week 2's screens, which become Week 3's prototype. You are never starting over.
16–21 NOV
UX research, user flows and wireframes
You can research a problem and map a user flow with wireframes.
- Live
- Tue 17 Nov · Thu 19 Nov · Sat 21 Nov
- Project
- Choose your capstone brief, research it, and produce your user flows and wireframes.
23–28 NOV
UI and visual design in Figma
You can turn wireframes into polished, consistent screens.
- Live
- Tue 24 Nov · Thu 26 Nov · Sat 28 Nov
- Project
- Design the full screen flow for your capstone in Figma.
30 NOV–5 DEC
Prototyping, usability testing and your case study
You can prototype, test with users, and tell the story of your design.
- Live
- Tue 1 Dec · Thu 3 Dec · Sat 5 Dec
- Project
- Build a clickable prototype, run usability tests, and write your portfolio case study.
Your capstone
Pick one of three briefs set in a Nigerian context. Have your own idea? You can use it with Designechi's approval.
Saturday 5 December is demo and critique day. You present your work and get feedback from your instructors and mentors.
Live, small, and recorded
Mon 16 November to Sat 5 December 2026. Three sessions a week, about 5 live hours, plus time for assignments.
1.5 hours, teaching
7pm WAT / 6pm GMT / 1pm ET. Live on Google Meet with Designechi and the mentor.
2 hour workshop
4pm WAT / 3pm GMT / 10am ET. Hands-on building, plus critique of the week's work.
Replays and support
Recordings posted within 24 hours and available for 6 months. WhatsApp group for questions between sessions.
Working designers in every live room
Not a recorded course with a forum. Your instructors teach every live session, and someone’s whole job is making sure nobody quietly falls behind between them.
Chiehiura Basil Nze
Designechi · Lead instructor
Brand and product designer with over 5 years designing brands and products for businesses. She loves teaching and speaking at events to help people grow.
Kate Ahurika
Mentor
Product designer, design illustrator and design tutor. She teaches in the live classes alongside Designechi.
Mfoniso Archibong
Community Manager
Mfoniso is passionate about community building, personal development, creativity, and connecting people with opportunities to learn and grow. She enjoys exploring new ideas, building meaningful relationships, and contributing to initiatives that empower people to develop their skills and reach their potential.
Everything in the fee
One fee, paid at registration
Use the toggle in the header to switch between naira and dollar pricing.
| Amount | When | |
|---|---|---|
| Full price — everything included | ₦50,000 | On registration |
Naira prices are set for the local market and are not converted from the dollar price. Payment is collected in naira; international cards are accepted, so the dollar figure is there as a guide to what you’ll be charged.
Fill the registration form.
Pay with Paystack — card, bank transfer or USSD — without leaving the page.
Your seat is confirmed straight away and you're added to the WhatsApp group.
Free scholarships for Women Techmakers
4 of the 15seats are free, reserved for the Women Techmakers community — 2 for Port Harcourt and 2 for Uyo. Members apply through their own community link, and pay nothing. Applications close Friday 13 November 2026.
Policy: there are no refunds and no seat transfers. The cohort asks about 5 live hours a week, so please be sure you can give it the time before you pay.
About 30 graduates across Nigeria and the UK
Previous cohorts have taken beginners through to finished case studies.
My experience learning Graphic Design at DTA was truly worthwhile. During my time there, I gained practical skills in creative design tools like Figma and learned so much more than just how to create beautiful designs. I also developed an eye for detail and learned how to create user-friendly, effective designs that communicate clearly with audiences. What I appreciate most is that the knowledge and skills I gained at DTA continue to benefit me today. I still apply what I learned in my academic work here in the UK, which makes the experience even more valuable. I’m incredibly grateful to DTA for the knowledge, support, and guidance.
Before you register
I'm a total beginner. Can I join?
Yes. No experience is needed. The cohort is built for people starting from zero.
What laptop do I need?
Any laptop that runs Figma in a browser, plus a stable internet connection. A free Figma account is all you need.
What if I miss a session?
The recording is posted within 24 hours, and replays stay available for 6 months.
Will I get a job?
You leave with a portfolio case study and the skills to apply for entry-level work. We don't promise a job.
Can I get a refund?
No. Refunds and seat transfers are not available, so please be sure you can give it the time before you pay.
How much time do I need?
About 5 live hours a week, plus time for assignments between sessions.
How do I pay?
Payment is taken at the end of the registration form, through Paystack — card, bank transfer or USSD. Your seat is confirmed as soon as it clears, and nothing is held until then.
Are there scholarships?
Yes. 4 free seats are reserved for Women Techmakers Uyo and Port Harcourt members. Apply through your community link by Friday 13 November.
15 seats. Starts Monday 16 November.
Three weeks from knowing nothing about UI/UX to a tested prototype and a portfolio case study.
REGISTRATION CLOSES SAT 14 NOV 2026, 11:59PM WAT
Secure your seat
Cohort 4 starts Mon 16 Nov. 15 seats. Payment is taken at the end of this form, and your seat is confirmed as soon as it clears.