University of London International Programmes to offer web design MOOC

If you want to learn how to build, test and deploy a complete mobile-ready website then a new MOOC - massive open online course - specialisation programme launched by the University of London International Programmes this month might be just what you’re looking for.

“Not only will the course enable learners to master a skill and acquire expertise in web design and development but it will also make them more attractive to any prospective employer, regardless of whether they chose to go into a technical job or an unrelated area,” said Michael Kerrison, Director of Educational Innovation and Development, University of London International Programmes. “It is an exceptional skill to have that is seen as added value by many employers.”

Goldsmiths, University of London, led on the development of this specialisation which will be available on the Coursera online platform.

The MOOC Specialisation entitled Responsive Website Development and Design has six component courses with the last one concluding with a project. The project entails the design and development of a website using what has been learned during the first five courses.

The specialisation is designed to enable learners to understand and develop all the technical layers found in a typical website. These range from the familiar interface text, through to the several layers of technology, right down to the underpinning database structure.

The first of the six component specialisation courses for the Responsive Website Development and Design programme will be launched on 15 September 15, with the full specialisation becoming available from December 15.