UBC UX Hub's UXathon 2026 is a no-code designathon dedicated to the UX-obsessed!

Throughout the two days you will collaborate in teams of three or four to design a product that aligns with this year’s themes. With the guidance and support of our mentors, you will be challenged to create a fully working design prototype. There will then be live presentations to our panel of judges, where you will receive feedback and compete for prizes!

• This event is open to confirmed UXathon participants only
• Please ensure that you've read the entirety of the Designer package for important details on project submissions and guidelines

• Relevance
  Assesses how clearly the solution aligns with the challenge theme and problem statement. The design should demonstrate a well-defined solution with outcomes that meaningfully address the identified problem.
• User Research
  Evaluates the depth and quality of user research conducted. Strong submissions clearly identify user personas, pain points, design objectives, and user journeys, and use research insights to inform design decisions.
• Usability
  Measures how intuitive and effective the user experience is. The user flow should be logical, coherent, and aligned with the intended use case, with interactions that thoughtfully support user goals.
• Visual Design / UI
  Focuses on the visual clarity and consistency of the interface. Effective use of layout, color, typography, and graphic elements should enhance usability while maintaining a cohesive and accessible design system.
• Innovation
  Assesses originality and creative problem-solving. The solution should demonstrate a novel approach, clearly identifying existing competitors and articulating how the design differentiates itself.
• Accessibility
  Evaluates how well the design considers users with diverse needs and abilities. Inclusive design practices should be evident, promoting accessibility across different contexts, devices, and user limitations.
• Presentation
  Measures how clearly and effectively the team communicates their solution. Presentations should be well-structured, stay within time limits, and clearly articulate the problem, process, and final outcome.