Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design

The UK Human Development Institute offers an Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design. Students of all disciplines can learn about and benefit from Universal Design’s broad set of strategies that promote inclusion and participation of all people.

What is Universal Design?

Universal Design creates products and environments that are as usable as possible by as many people as possible. Principles of Universal Design are utilized to make products, systems, buildings, classrooms, and other environments that are accessible to everyone.

To apply, you will need: (1) a 500-word personal statement indicating why you want to attain this certificate, (2) if not currently attending UK: two letters of recommendation, and (3) a completed UD Certificate Application. You can download the certificate application here or at the bottom of this page.

There are also informational documents for download to share with faculty, staff, students, prospective students, and more at the bottom of this page.