Education
Psychology & Design Fusion: Building User-Centric Experiences
- Psychology Foundation: Leveraged bachelor’s & master’s degrees in Psychology (UCT & UNISA) to understand user behaviour, motivations, and cognitive processes.
- Registered Psychometrist: Expert in measuring psychological variables, bringing deep human-centric insights to design endeavours.
- Google UX Specialization: Mastered practical skills across the UX design process (ideation, execution) through Coursera’s rigorous program.
- Psychology & Media: Unique perspective on UX design’s impact on user behaviour, emotions, and cognition.
- Current Role: Applying combined expertise as a UX designer & researcher, effectively communicating findings and crafting engaging digital experiences.
- 2022
Google UX Design Specialisation
Coursera, Online
Throughout the course, I gained a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, techniques for conducting user research, methods for creating wireframes and prototypes, and strategies for evaluating and iterating on designs based on user feedback. The program also emphasised the importance of accessibility and inclusive design practices, equipping me with the skills to design products that cater to a diverse range of users. Overall, the Google UX Professional Certificate significantly enhanced my expertise in UX design and prepared me to create meaningful and user-centric digital experiences.
- 2021
Master of Arts in Psychology (Full Dissertation)
University of South Africa
With this degree, I gained expertise in research methodologies and techniques, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Additionally, the degree instilled critical thinking skills, the ability to evaluate information, and effective communication of findings.
- 2016
Programme of Equivalence for the BA (Hons. ) (Psych) degree in Practical Psychometry
University of Johannesburg
The program was designed as comprehensive training for psychometrists in different settings (e.g. cooperate, clinical, etc.). I gained a thorough understanding of psychological assessment tools and techniques, which has been essential in my career as a UX designer and researcher where I often conduct user research and usability testing.
- 2014
Honors Degree in Psychology
University of South Africa
This degree provided me with a deeper understanding of human behaviour, including topics such as cognitive processes, developmental psychology, and social psychology, as well as valuable skills such as critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving
- 2016
Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology & Media and Writing
University of Cape Town
This degree provided me with the skills to analyze and interpret complex data, conduct research, and communicate my findings effectively. I gained a comprehensive understanding of various psychological theories, research methods, and statistical analysis techniques. Additionally, my studies in media and writing taught me how to create compelling content, understand different forms of media, and how they influence people’s behavior and decision-making