User Research Fundamentals
EX 1111 is offered this fall:
What you will learn
Course content covers these career-enhancing skills:
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- Usability Testing
- Persona (User Experience)
- User Research
- Research Methodologies
- Ethical Research
- Qualitative Research
- User Journey Mapping
- Contextual Inquiry
- Survey Research
Offered:
Oct 30, 2023Dec 17, 2023
Asynchronous online learning, eClass
In asynchronous online courses, students are expected to move through the course material at the same pace as their peers, but there are no real-time virtual classroom sessions to attend. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details

Your Instructor
Jesús RamirezID: jesús-ramirez-colmenarez
Jesús Ramirez has over a decade of experience in digital media, software, and interface design. His work spans web, mobile, and emerging technologies such as VR and AR across different industries. Currently, Jesús leads UX Research programs in the e-commerce space, applying a user-centred approach in a B2B ecosystem. With a computer science background, he found his passion working at the intersection of technology, design, and behavioural science, leveraging his professional skills obtained in different roles. He is an active member of the Edmonton UX community as a speaker, community organizer, and facilitator at local events.
Class info
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This is an asynchronous online learning course.
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
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Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
Currently counts towards:
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└ core course
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└ core course
Applicants intending to enrol in a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements since they are prone to change.
*If you are already enroled in this program, please refer to your specific program requirements as outlined at the time of your admission: Bear Tracks > Academic Advisement.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.