Program Details – Ulevus School of Design

The Ulevus School of Design (USOD) began as an online design training program called Ulevus Academy in 2022. Our mission was to equip graphic design enthusiasts with practical design skills, imparting knowledge of branding and design principles. Students joined from various parts of the world, including Africa, the UAE, and Germany.

n 2025, we transitioned from an online program to an on-site format, expanding our design education beyond screen-based training into a fully immersive, in-person program. This shift enables USOD’s candidates to experience a comprehensive curriculum that integrates technical design skills, creative workshops, design thinking, leadership, verbal design, and collaborative learning, all in one space.

our story

The Ulevus School of Design (USOD) began as an online design training program called Ulevus Academy in 2022. Our mission was to equip graphic design enthusiasts with practical design skills, imparting knowledge of branding and design principles. Students joined from various parts of the world, including Africa, the UAE, and Germany.

n 2025, we transitioned from an online program to an on-site format, expanding our design education beyond screen-based training into a fully immersive, in-person program. This shift enables USOD’s candidates to experience a comprehensive curriculum that integrates technical design skills, creative workshops, design thinking, leadership, verbal design, and collaborative learning, all in one space.

our story

our story

The Ulevus School of Design (USOD) began as an online design training program called Ulevus Academy in 2022. Our mission was to equip graphic design enthusiasts with practical design skills, imparting knowledge of branding and design principles. Students joined from various parts of the world, including Africa, the UAE, and Germany.

In 2025, we transitioned from an online program to an on-site format, expanding our design education beyond screen-based training into a fully immersive, in-person program. This shift enables USOD’s candidates to experience a comprehensive curriculum that integrates technical design skills, creative workshops, design thinking, leadership, verbal design, and collaborative learning, all in one space.

our why

With over 70% of Africa’s population under the age of 35, the continent is brimming with innovative and talented youth with desires to contribute to its economic development. According to the Population Reference Bureau (PRB), by 2030, Africa’s youth is expected to constitute 42% of the world’s youth population. Recognizing the potential and economic opportunities that will arise on the continent in all sectors, design is crucial to the success of these young people in all industries, both on the continent and globally.
As a leading design company in Cameroon, Africa, we believe that design is a powerful tool for growth and innovation in a continuously thriving economy. Everything built in the past and now was sparked by ideas, however, design was the fire needed to mold the ideas and turn them into human-centered solutions that all humans enjoy today. As humans evolve, design evolves to meet our unquenchable thirst for newness and solution-driven innovation.

our solution

USOD is positioned to bridge the gap between new ideas and the design expertise needed to turn them into high-quality end products. Through our design training program, we empower designers to create solutions that deliver superb user experiences.

We are passionate about uplifting the next generation of design leaders and problem-solvers who will drive Africa’s creative and economic growth.

Our Mission

Equip individuals with human-centered design knowledge that propels innovation and excellence, creating impactful solutions for Africa, by Africans.

Our Vision

Elevate the African business ecosystem and economic growth through the power of design and design thinking.

BECOME A DESIGNER AT USOD

OUR PROGRAM AND COURSES

Each program level runs for 16 weeks, with all courses delivered in-person at our Bonamoussadi, Douala location in Cameroon.

LEVEL 1 COURSES (SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER)

Design Thinking Course (Problem-Solving & Innovation)

Focuses on human-centered problem-solving through research and iterative design, covering design orientation, process, inspiration, purpose, pleasure, and compound depth. Students learn to transform ideas into solutions—from research and analysis to final product evaluation—emphasizing functionality, user experience, material impact, and real-world adaptability.

2. Graphic Design Course (Visual Communication & Aesthetics)

Develop cohesive brand identities—master advanced logo design, brand voice, and visual systems—while exploring how strategy, storytelling, and consumer psychology shape perception. Create style guides, campaigns, and adaptable branding frameworks for real-world businesses, from startups to global corporations.

3. Verbal Design (Communication Design)

Explores how language, storytelling, and semantics elevate design—focusing on brand voice, UX writing, and persuasive messaging. Students master typography, tone, and narrative structure to craft culturally relevant, adaptable content while developing leadership skills to strategically shape user behavior and guide creative teams.

LEVEL 2 COURSES (STARTS IN JANUARY 2026)

1. Advanced Design Thinking Course (Problem-Solving & Innovation)

The Advanced Design Thinking course builds on identified problems and solutions from Level 1. Students develop strategic solutions and conceptual prototypes into functional designs, prioritizing real-world usability, user experience, material sustainability, and adaptable implementation.

2. Corporate Branding Course

The Advanced Design Thinking course builds on identified problems and solutions from Level 1. Students develop strategic solutions and conceptual prototypes into functional designs, prioritizing real-world usability, user experience, material sustainability, and adaptable implementation.

3. UI/UX Course

Master user-centered design principles—learn to create intuitive interfaces, conduct usability testing, and design seamless digital experiences through wireframing, prototyping. Conduct UX research and build interactive design and accessibility standards to solve real-world problems while building a professional portfolio.