Advanced Diploma in Web Design
No. of Modules: 12
Study that Fits your Working Life
Advanced Diploma in Web Design £2,988
Monthly Direct Debit Payment Plan: £280 upfront fee and £280 x 24 months (Starting from Month 1 to Month 24 inclusive).
Introduction
With over a billion websites worldwide, the work of a web designer is a valuable asset to any business looking to take their work online. With this in mind, having a well formulated and organised website can be the difference between having a successful online business and your online business failing. This Advanced Diploma in Web Design will elevate your skills, enabling you to level up a websites performance. Gaining this qualification will demonstrate to potential employers that you have the capabilities to undoubtedly increase their online presence.
All of our lectures are delivered by experienced industry experts. Through their years of working within the industry they have mastered the skills of coding and web design. Within each of the lectures you attend, their knowledge will be passed on to you through teachings and practical examples. Additionally, each lecture has been designed to consider challenges and solutions with regards to troubleshooting any technical errors you may face.
Web Design at The College of Contract Management
We at The College of Contract Management understand the importance of having a well-designed webpage. Even the finest of details behind a websites design can have a significant impact on performance. With this in mind, we have designed this live online course with a holistic view of web design. Our experienced lectures understand what skills you need to succeed in this role, and deliver these through planned lectures, case studies and practical examples. Through the use of examples and previous experiences, you learn how to apply your significantly improved skills in a practical setting.
As all of our lectures are hosted live online. Hence why we are able to be a bit more flexible with our timings. Therefore, in order to make our courses as accessible as possible, all our lectures are hosted outside of standard working hours. We understand that fitting learning into your schedule can be a deciding factor, so we host our lectures at a time that won’t impact your standard earnings.
Key Benefits
- Study that fits your schedule
- Interactive online lectures
- Lectures delivered by industry experts
- Explorative study into the creativity of Web Designs
- Increased confidence
- Enhanced employability
- Practical examples and case studies
Course Content
Year One
Module One: HTML5 and CSS3 Fundamentals
- HTML5 Elements and Attributes
- HTML Forms and Input Elements
- Semantic HTML
- CSS3 Styling Techniques
- Advanced CSS Selectors
- CSS Transitions and Animations
- Flexbox Layout
- CSS Grid Layout
- CSS Frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap)
- Responsive Images and Media
- CSS Preprocessors (e.g., Sass, Less)
- Project: Building a Responsive Website
- Project: CSS Framework Implementation
- Project: Advanced Styling Techniques
- Project: Responsive Web Design Project Review
Module Two: JavaScript and DOM Manipulation
- JavaScript Basics
- JavaScript Functions and Scope
- JavaScript Objects and Arrays
- DOM Manipulation and Traversal
- Event Handling in JavaScript
- Asynchronous JavaScript (Promises, async/await)
- Introduction to AJAX
- JavaScript Frameworks (e.g., jQuery)
- Debugging JavaScript
- Cross-Browser Compatibility
- Project: Interactive Web Elements
- Project: AJAX Integration
- Project: Cross-Browser Testing
- Project: Debugging and Optimization
- Project: JavaScript Project Review
Module Three: User Interface (UI) Design Principles
- UI Design Principles
- Color Theory and Application
- Typography in UI Design
- Layout and Composition
- Iconography and Imagery
- UI Design Patterns
- Designing for Different Devices
- UI Prototyping
- Design Systems
- UI Animation Principles
- Microinteractions
- UI Design Tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma)
- Project: UI Design Exploration
- Project: UI Prototyping
- Project: Design System Implementation
Module Four: User Experience (UX) Design
- Introduction to User Experience (UX)
- User Research Methods
- Creating User Personas
- User Journey Mapping
- Information Architecture
- Card Sorting and User Flows
- Wireframing Techniques
- Prototyping for UX
- Usability Testing
- Iterative Design Process
- UX Design Tools
- Project: UX Design Process Overview
- Project: Wireframing and Prototyping
- Project: Usability Testing
- Project: UX Design Project Review
Module Five: Advanced Design Tools
- Advanced Use of Design Tools (e.g., Adobe XD)
- Collaboration Features in Design Tools
- Integrating Design Tools with Development
- Design Handoff to Developers
- Design Versioning and History
- Designing for Different Screen Sizes
- Responsive Design in Design Tools
- Advanced Prototyping Techniques
- Designing for Accessibility
- Project: Advanced Design Tool Usage
- Project: Collaboration with Developers
- Project: Design Handoff and Iterations
- Project: Responsive Design Implementation
- Project: Design Accessibility Audit
- Project: Design Tool Mastery and Review
Year Two
Module Six: Advanced Front-End Development
- Advanced CSS Frameworks (e.g., Tailwind CSS)
- Front-End Build Tools (e.g., Webpack)
- CSS-in-JS Libraries
- Introduction to Front-End Frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
- Component-Based Architecture
- State Management in Front-End Applications
- Server-Side Rendering vs. Client-Side Rendering
- Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
- WebAssembly and Its Applications
- Web Performance Optimization Techniques
- Project: Implementing Advanced Front-End Techniques
- Project: Building a Front-End Application with a Framework
- Project: State Management in a Front-End Application
- Project: Optimizing Web Performance
- Project: Advanced Front-End Project Review
Module Seven: Web Accessibility
- Understanding Web Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
- Accessible Design Practices
- ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) Roles
- Assistive Technologies
- Testing Tools for Accessibility
- Designing for Cognitive Disabilities
- Designing for Mobility Disabilities
- Designing for Visual Impairments
- Inclusive Design Principles
- Accessibility in Multimedia Content
- Project: Accessibility Audit
- Project: Implementing Accessibility Features
- Project: User Testing with Diverse Audiences
- Project: Inclusive Design Implementation
- Project: Accessibility Project Review
Module Eight: Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Introduction to Content Management Systems
- Popular CMS Platforms (e.g., WordPress, Joomla, Drupal)
- Customizing and Theming CMS
- CMS Security Best Practices
- Headless CMS Concepts
- Integrating CMS with Web Design
- CMS Plugins and Extensions
- Multi-language Support in CMS
- E-commerce Integration with CMS
- Project: Setting Up a CMS Website
- Project: Customizing CMS Themes
- Project: Securing a CMS Website
- Project: Headless CMS Implementation
- Project: E-commerce Integration
- Project: CMS Project Review
Module Nine: Advanced UI/UX Design
- Advanced UI Design Principles
- Advanced Color Theory in UI Design
- Advanced Typography in UI Design
- Motion Design in UI
- Prototyping with Advanced Interactions
- Designing for Emerging Technologies (VR, AR)
- Advanced User Research Methods
- Designing for Internationalization
- Designing for Emotional Engagement
- UX Writing and Microcopy
- Project: Advanced UI Design Exploration
- Project: Motion Design in UI
- Project: Prototyping Complex Interactions
- Project: Designing for Emerging Technologies
- Project: Advanced UI/UX Design Project Review
Module Ten: Web Security
- Overview of Web Security
- Common Web Security Vulnerabilities
- HTTPS and SSL/TLS
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Prevention
- Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Prevention
- SQL Injection Prevention
- Security Best Practices in Front-End Development
- Security Best Practices in Back-End Development
- Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
- Security Audits and Penetration Testing
- Project: Implementing Web Security Best Practices
- Project: Security Audit and Recommendations
- Project: Penetration Testing
- Project: Securing a Web Application
- Project: Web Security Project Review
Module Twelve: Capstone Project and Final Review
- Overview of Capstone Project Requirements
- Choosing and Planning the Capstone Project
- Implementation and Development
- Testing and Quality Assurance
- Documentation and Presentation Skills
- Iterative Project Review Sessions
- Final Project Presentation
- Peer Review and Feedback
- Preparing for Industry Showcase
- Industry Networking and Job Search Strategies
- Continuous Learning and Professional Development
- Course Reflection and Feedback
- Graduation and Certification Ceremony
- Alumni Network and Resources
- Post-Course Career Guidance
Entry Requirements
If you are looking to take this Advanced Diploma in Web Design, you will need to have prior experience within the industry. Additionally, you will need to be competent with IT and have a background in basic coding. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can contact us via our livechat, or alternatively, you can email us on enquiries@theccm.co.uk
Course Delivery
The Studying Process
Once we have received and processed your application, you will be awarded access to our student learning platform, Moodle. On this platform you will have access to all you need to complete the course. From here you will be able to access your timetable, your lectures, any previous lecture recordings as well as talking to your fellow students.
One of the key benefits of studying with the College of Contract Management is having study that fits your schedule. Our lectures are hosted live online, via interactive screen sharing software. This enables our lecturers to share slides, prompt discussion and also swiftly answer your questions. Additionally, if you are unable to attend a lecture, recordings will be uploaded to your Moodle account.
Finally, it is important to note that our lectures are hosted outside of standard working hours. Our lectures are hosted at the weekend, to make our lectures more accessible to professional learners. The reasoning behind this is to ensure your employment and earnings are not affected during your study.
The Assessment Process
In order to successfully complete the course and receive academic qualification, you will need to complete an assessment at the end of each module to demonstrate what you have learnt. Furthermore, to keep in line with our goal to keep learning accessible, your assessments can be completed in your own home and submitted online. Once you have successfully demonstrated your understanding, you will be awarded with your certificate of completion.
Period of Study
This Advanced Diploma in Web Design contains a total of 12 modules and takes two years to complete. Within your first year you will complete the first six modules. In your second year, you will complete the final 6 modules.
Fee
The total cost is £2,988
Pay Monthly: an upfront fee of £280 and a monthly direct debit of £280 for 24 consecutive months (Month 1 – Month 24, inclusive).