UniReview
UniReview is a social platform designed to help students who are unsure about which career path to choose, or are considering switching, by offering real reviews from students and graduates. These reviews cover university programs, curricula, and learning experiences to support informed decisions.
Context & Challenge
The goal was to design and develop a social platform that works as a vocational guidance tool. The challenge was to make it informative, intuitive, and appealing to a young academic audience.
My Role
- Visual design tailored to our target audience
- Collaboration on information architecture and UI
- Frontend development using HTML, Tailwind, and JavaScript
- Backend integration support
Research
No formal research was conducted, but we referenced similar platforms and adapted the tone and layout to maximize clarity and engagement.
Design & Development Process
- Competitive audit
- Wireframes and information architecture
- High-fidelity UI design
- Frontend and backend development
- Functionality testing (routes, integration, UI)
Mockups
Learnings
I learned how to design for social purpose, to prioritize accessibility, and the responsibility of creating user experiences that truly support and influence people. I also improved my development skills by contributing to both frontend and backend tasks in a collaborative setting.