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User Experience Designer
User Experience (UX) Designers take a wholly user-centered approach to designing how people and systems interact, maximising the usability, accessibility, and general experience of users.
A UX professional goes well beyond just interface or web design; often incorporating psychology and game theory when designing how interaction with digital products or services should occur.
Also known as: Interface Designer, Web Designer, or Front-end Developer (erroneously)
Education options
The following are recommended qualifications for this role:
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NZ Diploma in in Information Systems (Level 6, UX strand) (More info at NZQA)
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NZ Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) (More info at NZQA)
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NZ Diploma in User Interface Design (Level 5), IN DEVELOPMENT
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Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems (or equiv Info Science, Info Mngmt)
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Bachelor of Design or equivalent
See What to study for more information.
Relevant Professional Certification
The following professional certification is recommended for those practicing in this role:
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Certified Technologist (CTech) (More info at IT Professionals NZ)
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Chartered IT Professional NZ (CITPNZ) (More info at IT Professionals NZ)
Recognised Industry Certifications
These industry certifications may be helpful for this role:
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