Major League Hacking 2026 Hackathon Season

AGEEI Designathon

A 48-hour designathon for UQAM students focused on UX, product thinking, and creative problem-solving.


The AGEEI Designathon is a student-led event organized by the Association Générale des Étudiantes et Étudiants en Informatique (AGEEI) at UQAM. Over two days, participants collaborate in small teams to design thoughtful, user-centered solutions to real-world problems. The event emphasizes UX, UI, and product thinking rather than full technical implementation. No prior design experience is required; curiosity, creativity, and collaboration are what matter most.

LEARN.

Learn the fundamentals of UX, UI, and product design through short workshops, mentor guidance, and hands-on exploration.

DESIGN.

Work in teams to ideate, prototype, and iterate on a design solution, from problem definition to wireframes and interactive mockups.

PRESENT.

Present your work to peers, mentors, and judges, receive constructive feedback, and celebrate strong design and creative thinking.

FAQ

What is a Designathon?


A designathon is a collaborative event focused on design and user experience rather than full technical implementation. Teams work on ideation, UX research, wireframes, and prototypes to propose solutions to real-world problems.

Who can participate?


The event is open to students currently enrolled at UQAM. Beginners are welcome.

How much does it cost?


Nothing. Participation is completely free.

Do I need a team to apply?


No. You can apply solo or with friends. Team formation activities will take place at the beginning of the event.

Where will the event take place?


The designathon will be hosted in person at UQAM. Exact rooms and logistics will be shared closer to the event.

What is Major League Hacking?


Major League Hacking is the official student hackathon league in North America & Europe. We work with over 200 Member Events and empower over 70,000 students every year.

Is there a code of conduct?


Yes there is. We enforce it very strongly. You can find it here.