This week, you will learn what web accessibility means and why it is essential for inclusive design. You’ll start by exploring the definition of accessibility and see how assistive technologies, such as screen readers, help users navigate websites. Through guided labs, you’ll experience common accessibility challenges, such as visual impairments, and learn techniques to make your pages more usable for everyone. You’ll also examine the business case for accessibility, understanding its impact on user experience and organisational success. By the end, you’ll understand both the practical steps and the ethical and commercial reasons for making websites accessible.

This week, you will learn how to evaluate and improve the accessibility of websites. You’ll start by using automated tools to test for common accessibility issues, then explore practical steps to fix these problems. You’ll apply accessibility principles to real HTML examples, ensuring your pages meet standards for usability and inclusivity. By the end, you’ll be able to identify accessibility issues, correct them, and understand why accessibility is essential for ethical and professional web design.

This week, you’ll learn advanced CSS techniques to make your designs more dynamic and efficient. You’ll work with CSS variables for reusable themes, add transitions and simple animations, use advanced selectors and pseudo-elements, and explore modern layout tips. You’ll also cover performance best practices and optimise your CSS for accessibility. Finally, you’ll apply everything in a capstone project to create a polished, professional design.