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BrainStation is a global digital skills provider empowering teams and professionals with industry-recognized certifications and world-class instruction across AI, Product Management, Product Design, Data, and Digital Marketing. We specialize in in-person learning experiences and corporate training programs, trusted by everyone from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth emerging companies. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative brands to develop cutting-edge, real-world digital education. Whether students are looking for career transformation or professional development, BrainStation offers a range of learning options, including full-time and part-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.

BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with a regularly updated curriculum to ensure professionals gain the most relevant skills in their field. The class structure combines engaging, live instruction with interactive sessions and a hands-on, project-based curriculum. BrainStation also provides a variety of flexible learning options, including a proprietary online classroom and learning environment. This environment lets students attend live lectures, collaborate with fellow professionals, and receive immediate, real-time feedback from instructors – from anywhere in the world.

BrainStation has trained more than 30,000 alumni in over 100 countries. BrainStation’s bootcamps offer personalized career services, including career coaching to help learners meet their career goals. Networking and career-oriented events are also available at BrainStation.

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  • Jane Doe
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    Student • User Experience Design Bootcamp • London
    Sep 08, 2023
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    Great ux bootcamp for ux

    if you live far from the campus then do the online course. 
    the teahers are great at explaining the content 
    the couruse is very detailed 
    if you live far from the campus then do the online course. 
    the teahers are great at explaining the content 
    the couruse is very detailed 
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  • Mahin Sattar Jahan
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    Student • User Experience Design Bootcamp • London
    Sep 08, 2023
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    Cool UX Bootcamp Experience

    I recently completed the User Experience (UX) Bootcamp at BrainStation's Shoreditch Campus, and I had a great time learning and conversing with my peers and teachers. The experience was enlightening and enriched my understanding of UX design considerably.

    First and foremost, the caliber of the instructors was outstanding. Their profound knowledge and evident passion for UX design made the learning experience exceptional. Their real-world insights and industry expertise added depth...
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  • Reece Lunstone
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    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • London
    Sep 08, 2023
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    Excellent Learning Experience

    Overall a very positive experience of the data-science bootcamp. The lectures were well structured and offered a comprehensive walk from SQL and data cleaning to Neural Networks and AWS. The quality and industry knowledge of the instructors was excellent, which was invaluable in giving context to the material. Weekly assignments were great for practicing code implementation. I would highly recommended. 
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  • Mariia Shapovalova
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    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • London
    Sep 08, 2023
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    Comprehensive, challenging and rewarding

    The data science bootcamp was well-structured and delivered to a very high standard. The educators are experienced and committed to ensuring student success. One of the most challenging but, at the same time, highly enriching parts of the course - is the individual student project, which helps to start building your professional portfolio. Overall, there is a good balance between theoretical and practical knowledge. Fantastic London campus! Very happy I committed to this bootcamp! 
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  • J Tung
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    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • London
    Sep 08, 2023
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    BrainStation Data Science Bootcamp

    Awesome experience! Both the lead instructors in data science were excellent and the course was well structured. Course is intense in terms of time commitment and workload, but community is supportive. Course covers a lot of breadth, lots of ground covered in 3 months
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  • Ina M.
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    Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • Miami
    Sep 06, 2023
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    Immersive, thorough, and Intense

    This bootcamp was no joke! Try to come prepared with some basic UX knowledge and practice using Figma. My peers were awesome and I learned so much in the 3 months I was there. Their sole mission is to get job-ready by the end of the cohort.
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  • Bethany Knickerbocker
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    Graduate • User Experience Design Course • New York City
    Sep 06, 2023
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    Educators that care

    The real value at BrainStation is in the staff and educators who do everything in their power to make sure you feel supported and ready every step of the way. Their help in and outside of the classroom was invaluable. That said, your experience is ultimately what you make of it. More input on your end equates to more and better feedback from the instructors. BrainStation is a great place to gain a solid base of knowledge to kickstart a career in tech.
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  • Aiden Bailey
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    Graduate • Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online • Online
    Sep 01, 2023
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    Worth it!

    This course really is designed to equip you with knowledge of the industry so you can go get a job. While sometimes the instructors weren't of the highest quality, they have people with different industry experience that were able to pull from personal experience when they taught. Overall, would recommend.
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  • Altynay Narmanova
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    Graduate • Data Analytics Course • New York City
    Aug 27, 2023
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    Very good introduction to the world of data

    I took the Data Analytics course at BrainStaion and I very much enjoyed my experience. We learned the basics of data retrieval, processing and analysis. The classes took place in-person in NYC. The class schedule worked for me as I could attend after work. The instructor was awesome and very good at explaining on a higher level as well as breaking down the concepts for us. The class setup was good, and the office overall was renovated so it was a great experience. After a couple classes ...
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  • Saima Shah
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    Graduate • User Experience Design Course • Vancouver
    Aug 23, 2023
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    Summer course was helpful in getting a bird's eye view of design.

    I haven't had a chance to process the experience as yet, however, there was a lot of material compressed in a short period of time. I can certainly say that it pushed me to learn Figma and try out design ideas and actually take action on getting some skills in usability rather than think about it (What if? Should I?, Is it Hard or Not so Bad?). Now I know a lot more than I did 8 weeks back! And I actually enjoyed most of it. Instructors and class mates were great. Overall it was an 8/10....
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  • Andree Leung
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    Student • User Experience Design Course • Vancouver
    Aug 23, 2023
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    Great Intro Experience

    The certificate program for UX Design covered many topics over the short amount of time given. It was very interesting and fun to learn with the many aspects of UX Design, however it is more on the fast-paced side of things so if you’re a slow learner it might be difficult. Time management is crucial with this course and it may be hard if your time management skills need work.
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  • Eunbi
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    Student • User Experience Design Course • Toronto
    Aug 15, 2023
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    UX design certificate course

    The UX Design Certificate course has provided me with a comprehensive learning experience that was outstanding from other schools from an interactive approach. Through the incorporation of real-world industry examples, I learned invaluable insights into current trends, challenges, and best practices for research methods. This has built a strong basic knowledge to get well-prepared for the dynamic UX landscape.
    One of the course's highlights is the in-class worksh...
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  • Kristy Lee
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    Graduate • Digital Marketing Course • Toronto
    Aug 15, 2023
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    Digital Marketing

    Very lively classroom and learning environment. The instructors that I had were professionals in the field and made the course engaging. This felt like an introduction to digital marketing and there was lots of content. Wish we had more time to dive into all the high level topics and go into more tactics and tips and tricks.
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  • Abdalla Youssef
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    Graduate • Digital Marketing Course • Toronto
    Aug 15, 2023
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    Great Digitial Marketing Crash course

    The content was rich, instructors were amazing providing real-life examples of digital marketing theories. The presentation was a good project that helped me use all the concepts learned in the course. 
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  • Irina Fakotakis
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    Graduate • Digital Marketing Course • Toronto
    Aug 15, 2023
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    Brainstation - Digital Marketing Course

    The Digital Marketing Course provides a high-level overview of digital marketing activities. It is a good a good introduction for anyone who does not have a business/marketing background and who is now in a marketing role. The project helps with putting all the pieces together, although again it is rather high level, perfect for my needs but maybe not for others.
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  • Kurtis LB
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    Student • Digital Marketing Course • Toronto
    Aug 15, 2023
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    engaging, informative, digestible

    The instructors and the institute are fantastic. It was a very low-pressure experience in deciding to take the course, and I felt I was well informed by the team before choosing. The course itself is not overwhelming, and gives you the language and launch points for deeper learning in the future. Money, time, and energy well spent!
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  • Matt Presnal
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    Graduate • Cybersecurity Course Online • Online
    Aug 14, 2023
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    Amazing entry into Cybersecurity

    I took the three week introductory cybersecurity course as a way to test out if it would be a good fit for me. The instructors are industry professionals and it is obvious that they love what they do. Not only that, but they are clearly passionate about helping the right people join the cybersecurity realm. Overall an amazing 3 month class that helped me solidify the decision to change careers and apply to college. 
    They also have a bootcamp that I was looking into as well, but as of ...
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  • Jessie Evelyn
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    Aug 13, 2023
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    Amazing course experience!

    Great course! Instructors were really helpful and knowledgeable. Overall it was very organized, well run and resourced, and fun. There was a lot of focus on applicability to the workplace, so it was very practical. Pace was very quick - would recommend an 8 week course for true beginners and the 4 week course for those with a bit of background knowledge. Would definitely recommend BrainStation to anyone looking to up skill :) 
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  • Gianfranco Valentini
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    Graduate • Design Leadership Course Online • Online
    Aug 08, 2023
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    Real world experience and learnings

    This course is a game-changer taught by design leaders who walk the talk. All the lectures were interesting and we delved into things like strategic thinking, stakeholder management and design ops. Whether you're a seasoned leader or an IC designer aiming for the top or just starting, this program gives you the superpowers to rock the design world with style. I greatly benefited from the instructors' rich expertise and gained insights directly applicable to the dynamic design landscape. ...
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  • Marc
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    Graduate • Design Leadership Course Online • Online
    Aug 08, 2023
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    Design Leadership Course at BrainStation

    The UX Design Leadership Course at Brainstation was informative, fun, and accessible, providing me with useful and insightful tools that I can apply as a Design Leader. I recommend for anyone looking to elevate their skills and approach in UX leadership. Also accessible for those without much spare time as there is no work outside of class time itself.
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BrainStation Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 2,000+ BrainStation alumni reviews on Course Report, students often highlight the quality of the curriculum, experienced instructors, and effective career support services. Particularly, the Full-Time Software Engineering and Data Science Bootcamps are frequently commended. One reviewer says, "The program was challenging but extremely rewarding, offering real-world projects that truly enhanced my skills." However, some students noted the high cost of courses as a consideration.
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How much does BrainStation cost?

BrainStation costs around $3,950. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Python Programmer Certification (PPC™) (Online) cost $2,950.

Where does BrainStation have campuses?

BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, Miami, New York City, Toronto, and Vancouver. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is BrainStation worth it?

BrainStation hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!

Is BrainStation legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

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Right now, it doesn't look like BrainStation offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.

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You can read 2,339 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

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