WGU User Experience Design Degree Walk-through | Graduate in 6 to 10 Months!

Introduction and Strategy00:00:00

Overview of the WGU User Experience Design degree. The host explains the potential to graduate in six months or less by transferring in credits from platforms like Study.com and Sophia, emphasizing that consistent effort (3-5 hours daily) is required.

Transfer Credits & Spreadsheet Guide00:02:52

Explanation of how to use the provided spreadsheet to track progress. The host lists various general education and business courses that can be completed quickly on external platforms to satisfy WGU requirements before enrollment.

WGU Core Courses Analysis00:07:15

A breakdown of the specific courses taken at WGU. The host identifies 'filler' classes, such as Change Management and Business Simulation, while highlighting the importance of core design modules like Prototyping and Applied Learning.

Career Advice and Program Critique00:12:25

Recommendations for building a professional portfolio, including using design tools like Figma. The host concludes with constructive feedback for WGU, suggesting that the degree would benefit from incorporating more psychology and technical coursework.