Unisol
Streamlining remote university exploration, Unisol connects counsellors and students to simplify applications. As a SaaS tool, it will help universities monitor applications, potentially saving 40% in time and reducing manpower needs by 20%.
Streamlining remote university exploration, Unisol connects counsellors and students to simplify applications. As a SaaS tool, it will help universities monitor applications, potentially saving 40% in time and reducing manpower needs by 20%.
Streamlining remote university exploration, Unisol connects counsellors and students to simplify applications. As a SaaS tool, it will help universities monitor applications, potentially saving 40% in time and reducing manpower needs by 20%.
Role
UX Designer
Deliverables
Customer interviews & Surveys, User flows, Prototypes, Final Designs, Usability tests
Unveiling the Dilemma: Navigating University Exploratio
Unveiling the Dilemma: Navigating University Exploratio
Unveiling the Dilemma: Navigating University Exploratio
1.
1.
University Choice Challenges
University Choice Challenges
University Choice Challenges
Solution: Comparison cards featuring basic comparisons and easily accessible links.
Solution: Filtered or location-based item display.
Solution: Filtered or location-based item display.
2.
2.
Evaluation and Comparison Difficulty
Evaluation and Comparison Difficulty
Evaluation and Comparison Difficulty
Solution: University and course comparison tables with application guidance.
Solution: Save time with auto-generated message suggestions for both interfaces.
Solution: Save time with auto-generated message suggestions for both interfaces.
3.
3.
Application Tracking Challenge
Application Tracking Challenge
Application Tracking Challenge
Solution: Streamlined Application Management
Solution: Comprehensive order tracking
Solution: Comprehensive order tracking
4.
4.
Complex multi-site applications.
Complex multi-site applications.
Complex multi-site applications.
Solution: Staged Unified Platform
Solution: Vendor Bid Display
Solution: Vendor Bid Display
01/07
Embarking on the Design Journey
Embarking on the Design Journey
Embarking on the Design Journey
02/07
Exploring the Landscape: Understanding Student Challenges
Exploring the Landscape: Understanding Student Challenges
Exploring the Landscape: Understanding Student Challenges
Prior to project initiation, I carefully reviewed the challenges encountered by students in university exploration and the constraints of the current application process. This analysis guided the formulation of targeted interview questions to gain comprehensive insights and steer the project effectively
Prior to project initiation, I carefully reviewed the challenges encountered by students in university exploration and the constraints of the current application process. This analysis guided the formulation of targeted interview questions to gain comprehensive insights and steer the project effectively
Prior to project initiation, I carefully reviewed the challenges encountered by students in university exploration and the constraints of the current application process. This analysis guided the formulation of targeted interview questions to gain comprehensive insights and steer the project effectively
Confronting Student Hurdles
Entrance requirement
Job Opportunities
Scholarships
How/When to apply?
Confronting Student Hurdles
Entrance requirement
Job Opportunities
Scholarships
How/When to apply?
Assessing Current Constraints
UK agent as middleman
Communication Gap
Biased suggestions
Limited Reach
Assessing Current Constraints
UK agent as middleman
Communication Gap
Biased suggestions
Limited Reach
Assessing Current Constraints
UK agent as middleman
Communication Gap
Biased suggestions
Limited Reach
Strategic Framework for Success
Strategic Framework for Success
The application serves as a bridge between international students, their preferred university, and various stakeholders. It is utilized by students, parents, universities, and third-party organizations for business opportunities. This stakeholder ecosystem ensures a comprehensive approach to economic dynamics.
The application serves as a bridge between international students, their preferred university, and various stakeholders. It is utilized by students, parents, universities, and third-party organizations for business opportunities. This stakeholder ecosystem ensures a comprehensive approach to economic dynamics.
The application serves as a bridge between international students, their preferred university, and various stakeholders. It is utilized by students, parents, universities, and third-party organizations for business opportunities. This stakeholder ecosystem ensures a comprehensive approach to economic dynamics.
Confronting Student Hurdles
Entrance requirement
Job Opportunities
Scholarships
How/When to apply?
My Approach
My Approach
My Approach
03/07
Gathering Insights from the Frontlines
Gathering Insights from the Frontlines
Gathering Insights from the Frontlines
I conducted a survey to gather quantitative data for the interview questions, categorizing it into three phases: 1. Before applying, 2. While applying, and 3. After applying. This organization facilitated a systematic approach to data collection.
I conducted a survey to gather quantitative data for the interview questions, categorizing it into three phases: 1. Before applying, 2. While applying, and 3. After applying. This organization facilitated a systematic approach to data collection.
I conducted a survey to gather quantitative data for the interview questions, categorizing it into three phases: 1. Before applying, 2. While applying, and 3. After applying. This organization facilitated a systematic approach to data collection.
04/07
Characters in the Story
Characters in the Story
Characters in the Story
I conducted both pilot interviews, with the second one considered the first interview conducted by participants. All interviews took place remotely on Microsoft Teams. Insights gathered were organized using an affinity map, resulting in two personas: one for students and one for counselors.
I conducted both pilot interviews, with the second one considered the first interview conducted by participants. All interviews took place remotely on Microsoft Teams. Insights gathered were organized using an affinity map, resulting in two personas: one for students and one for counselors.
I conducted both pilot interviews, with the second one considered the first interview conducted by participants. All interviews took place remotely on Microsoft Teams. Insights gathered were organized using an affinity map, resulting in two personas: one for students and one for counselors.
Alisha Dixon
International Student
Alisha, an Indian architect with three years of experience, seeks a different field for her Master's in the UK to explore top universities at a reasonable cost.
Alisha, an Indian architect with three years of experience, seeks a different field for her Master's in the UK to explore top universities at a reasonable cost.
Needs
Alternative to current profession.
Compare universities
Accommodation deals
Finance
Needs
Comparison between the products and exploration
Credit payment
Better Deals
Rating
Needs
Comparison between the products and exploration
Credit payment
Better Deals
Rating
Challenges
Irritated by the unfair counsellor
No guidance
Visa rejections
Language
Challenges
Irritated by the unfair counsellor
No guidance
Visa rejections
Language
Jack Morris
Study-Abroad Counsellor
Jack, CEO of a UK firm aiding students in UK higher education, seeks to establish a central portal connecting foreign counselors with UK universities.
Jack, CEO of a UK firm aiding students in UK higher education, seeks to establish a central portal connecting foreign counselors with UK universities.
Needs
Maximum number of students
Generate more income
Global access
Technology
Needs
Comparison between the products and exploration
Credit payment
Better Deals
Rating
Needs
Comparison between the products and exploration
Credit payment
Better Deals
Rating
Challenges
Irritated by the regular application process
Unable to track application
Loosing admissions
Convince students
Challenges
Irritated by the regular application process
Unable to track application
Loosing admissions
Convince students
05/07
Fueling Creativity Through Ideation
Fueling Creativity Through Ideation
Fueling Creativity Through Ideation
Conducted brainstorming sessions, generated diverse ideas, developed prototypes, evaluated based on criteria, and documented the ideation process.
Conducted brainstorming sessions, generated diverse ideas, developed prototypes, evaluated based on criteria, and documented the ideation process.
Conducted brainstorming sessions, generated diverse ideas, developed prototypes, evaluated based on criteria, and documented the ideation process.
Brain Writing
Brain Writing
Brain Writing
Competitive Analysis
Competitive Analysis
Rapid Idea Generation
Business Idea
Crazy 8
Crazy 8
Crazy 8
NUF Test
NUF Test
NUF Test
NUF Test
Rapid Idea Generation
Rapid Idea Generation
Rapid Idea Generation
Business Idea
Business Idea
06/07
Crafting the Blueprint for Success
Crafting the Blueprint for Success
Crafting the Blueprint for Success
Based on a basic site map, low-fi screens were created to outline user flow. Informed by interview insights, dual interfaces for buyers and sellers evolved from paper to mid-fi prototypes in Figma, refining visual design and procedures.
Based on a basic site map, low-fi screens were created to outline user flow. Informed by interview insights, dual interfaces for buyers and sellers evolved from paper to mid-fi prototypes in Figma, refining visual design and procedures.
Based on a basic site map, low-fi screens were created to outline user flow. Informed by interview insights, dual interfaces for buyers and sellers evolved from paper to mid-fi prototypes in Figma, refining visual design and procedures.
Lo-fi Prototype
Style Guide
Style Guide
07/07
Design Culmination
06/07
Revolutionizing Higher Education Access and Engagement
1.
User Impact
Simplifies complex university exploration process for students and counselors
Saves time and frustration by providing centralized platform
Enhances efficiency through automation and comprehensive tracking capabilities
Improves application experience and university connections
2.
Market Disruption
Offers comprehensive solution, disrupting traditional manual processes
Edge lies in user-centric approach and innovative features
Sets itself apart from competition with unique offerings
Potential game-changer in higher education industry
3.
Potential KPI
Increase in user engagement and satisfaction rates
Reduction in time and manpower for application processing
Growth in successful university placements
Expansion of user base and market reach
Enhancement in counselor-student interactions
4.
Future Scope
Opportunities for expansion into new markets and integration of additional features
Potential partnerships with universities for exclusive benefits
Integration with emerging technologies like AI for personalized recommendations
Evolution into comprehensive ecosystem for higher education services
5.
Learning Curve
Importance of user-centric approach throughout design and development
Value of stakeholder engagement and iterative development
Significance of cross-functional collaboration for holistic solutions
Personal and professional growth through journey of creating Unisol
1.
User Impact
Simplifies complex university exploration process for students and counselors
Saves time and frustration by providing centralized platform
Enhances efficiency through automation and comprehensive tracking capabilities
Improves application experience and university connections
2.
Market Disruption
Offers comprehensive solution, disrupting traditional manual processes
Edge lies in user-centric approach and innovative features
Sets itself apart from competition with unique offerings
Potential game-changer in higher education industry
3.
Potential KPI
Increase in user engagement and satisfaction rates
Reduction in time and manpower for application processing
Growth in successful university placements
Expansion of user base and market reach
Enhancement in counselor-student interactions
4.
Future Scope
Opportunities for expansion into new markets and integration of additional features
Potential partnerships with universities for exclusive benefits
Integration with emerging technologies like AI for personalized recommendations
Evolution into comprehensive ecosystem for higher education services
5.
Learning Curve
Importance of user-centric approach throughout design and development
Value of stakeholder engagement and iterative development
Significance of cross-functional collaboration for holistic solutions
Personal and professional growth through journey of creating Unisol
1.
User Impact
Simplifies complex university exploration process for students and counselors
Saves time and frustration by providing centralized platform
Enhances efficiency through automation and comprehensive tracking capabilities
Improves application experience and university connections
2.
Market Disruption
Offers comprehensive solution, disrupting traditional manual processes
Edge lies in user-centric approach and innovative features
Sets itself apart from competition with unique offerings
Potential game-changer in higher education industry
3.
Potential KPI
Increase in user engagement and satisfaction rates
Reduction in time and manpower for application processing
Growth in successful university placements
Expansion of user base and market reach
Enhancement in counselor-student interactions
4.
Future Scope
Opportunities for expansion into new markets and integration of additional features
Potential partnerships with universities for exclusive benefits
Integration with emerging technologies like AI for personalized recommendations
Evolution into comprehensive ecosystem for higher education services
5.
Learning Curve
Importance of user-centric approach throughout design and development
Value of stakeholder engagement and iterative development
Significance of cross-functional collaboration for holistic solutions
Personal and professional growth through journey of creating Unisol
Revolutionizing Higher Education Access and Engagement
Revolutionizing Higher Education Access and Engagement
07/07
Final Screens
07/07
Final Screens