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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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  • Cameron Ward
    Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    UX Design - The perfect first step

    There are many bootcamp style programs out there for UX, but this one is a cut above. I did a lot of research to select it, and having now graduated, I feel it was well worth it. It was a ton of work, it was hard, but it was impactful and a very fun experience. It was definitely one of the most intense 12 weeks I've ever endured, truly a full time commitment. The educators are fantastic, and extremely talented designers with complimentary skillsets. I feel I have a very solid foundation ...
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  • Margarita Popova
    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    Exciting journey to new skills

    The program was intensive but at the same time really exciting, I studied awesome skills. The educators were just brilliant! I addition, what is really important is that I have got confidence that I could achieve almost everything since I managed to implicated an impressive project in less than 12 weeks. 
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  • Lee Pham
    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    Fast Paced and Intense Learning Experience

    BrainStation Data Science Bootcamp is a great place to start if you are looking for a career transition. I learnt so much from the Bootcamp in just 12 weeks. The education and career development teams at BrainStation gave me plenty of support to learn and develop my skills. Starting from the basics languages such as SQL and Python, I was able to build complex supervised and unsupervised machine learning models for my capstone project by the end of the course. Moreover, the speaker events...
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  • Amol Kaushik
    Amol Kaushik
    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    Totally Worth It!

    Making a career change and learning a new skill completely outside your comfort zone can be quite daunting, but at BrainStation they make sure that you are learning everything you need to break into the field of Data Science. The instructors and career team are very knowledgeable, helpful, and approachable. The BootCamp is very intense, so be ready to commit fully to this, and it might feel like you won't be able to make it, but the instructors always instil a level of confidence in you ...
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  • Melissa F
    Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    Great framework for making the switch to UX

    I had done a lot of research before taking this bootcamp and am glad that it seems to have paid off so far. I truly believe that you get out of any bootcamp what you put in, and I ensured that I did extra activities before starting the bootcamp to make the most out of it. The instructors were great, approachable and provided relevant industry experience. The pacing of the bootcamp was great but could have included a few more industry examples/speakers to apply the learnings. 

    I ca...
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  • Justin Cheung
    Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • Toronto
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    Dec 16, 2022
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    Life-changing Experience

    I would say this was probably the hardest thing I have done in a while but certainly the most fulfilling. The bootcamp really provides you with the fundamentals you need to succeed in the real world. 
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  • Tarren Gibbs
    Tarren Gibbs
    Graduate • User Experience Design Course • New York City
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    Dec 15, 2022
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    Brain Station - UX Design

    I completed the Brain Station Course in the New York location, I am very happy with the knowledge I am able to take away from this course. From the beautifully decorated loaction to my amazing instructors Erin and Emma to the 5 star hot chocolate! One factor to understand is that you have to do your own homework once you leave, the tools for success are certainly there regardless. Very happy with my time at Brain Station! Thank you so much. 
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  • Jeremiah Harrington
    Adjunct Lecturer • Graduate • Data Science Course Online • Online
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    Dec 14, 2022
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    Manage yourself well

    It was good.  I think my main criticism is that there didn't seem to be much oversight; instructors didn't care whether I did the homework or not.  That's natural in an online environment; it's on you, the student, to hold yourself accountable and manage your own learning.  I tried hard to keep up with it but ultimately fell behind.  I think I would have done better if I had budgeted time to do the homework earlier, and reach out to the instructors for help.
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  • Thai Nguyen
    Graduate • Data Science Bootcamp • Vancouver
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    Dec 13, 2022
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    It's not just the COURSE, it's the NETWORK!

    I selected BrainSation Data Science Bootcamp because I enjoyed working with Data, Machine Learning and AI. I visited the Vancouver campus and I enjoyed the vibe here. I chose BrainStation for a few reasons:
    - In-person
    - The instructors like Borna G. and Fallyn J. have deep technical backgrounds in Data Science, patience and passion for teaching. The TA, Aarati, had a Ph.D. in Engineering and was a student from past cohorts.
    - Many students in my cohort have years of working exp...
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  • Ariyan Nooshazar
    Data Scientist • Student • Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online • Online
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    Dec 13, 2022
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    Exceptional Experience and Remarkable Educators

    My experience at BrainStation was magnificent, I recommend it 100% to those who are trying to shift their careers or who are interested in the tech industry. BrainSation has an amazing team of educators. Myles, Zain, and Xenel were such big support during the Bootcamp, always available to guide us and help to succeed and improve. 
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  • Aaron Yen
    Student • Data Analytics Course • Vancouver
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    Dec 08, 2022
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    Comprehensive and Genuine

    Brainstation is Vancouver's golden standard of education for data analytics. The program and quality of material is widely known for being precisely what companies require for new hires, especially when courses are taught by vetted industry experts. The materials remain up to date, and each student can directly ask questions to instructors at any time. Our courses are project-focused, allowing each student the chance to showcase what they've learned. 
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  • Sudarsan Ramesh
    Software Engineer • Student • Product Management Course • Toronto
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    Dec 07, 2022
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    Great introduction to Product Management

    I really enjoyed this course, and the instructors were awesome. They really devoted a lot of time to discussion of the topics and provided real world examples. The other students in my class were also really insightful about their own experiences and this contributed to to the healthy learning environment. 

    A downside to this is that we didn't have time to cover all of the material, so I would suggest to the instructors to plan the courses a bit better to accommodate time for both...
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  • Waseem Khalo
    Student • Part-Time Web Development Bootcamp Online • Online
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    Dec 07, 2022
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    Great learning experience!

    The educators at BrainStation have been phenomenal. The whole learning experience from start to finish, has been amazing. 

    I started this bootcamp with zero knowledge about any lang/framework, and I would say I have a pretty good grasp of it now (even though I still have a lot to learn). This 3 month bootcamp is very intense but I did find it very manageable with the help from the education team. They're very supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely are there to see you succeed wh...
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  • Lisa Melton
    Entrepreneur • Student • Digital Marketing Course • Vancouver
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    Nov 28, 2022
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    Invaluable knowledge, unmatched elsewhere

    Starting over at 41 has been quite daunting. I have had my eye on Brainstation for months and finally made taking a certification there possible. I am so happy I did because I learned more in ten months than I did in college. The instructor answered any questions we had along the way and he gave real-time, industry examples. I'm so grateful to Brainstation for showing me that starting over isn't as scary as I thought. I cannot wait to take more courses!
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  • Ann James
    Student • Product Management Course • Toronto
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    Nov 28, 2022
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    Awesome Class + Great Intructors

    The course curriculum helped to boost my product management career. The course was taught well using real-life examples so it was very easy to comprehend. I really enjoyed learning with Brainstation.
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  • SERCAN TOPCU
    Head of Managed Services • Graduate • Online
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    Nov 17, 2022
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    Engaging, Actionable, Directional

    If you're looking to get a good grasp of how and why cybersecurity is omni-present nowadays and in the future, you're in the right place! With guidance from incredibly knowledgeable tutors like Chris and Alexandria, Brainstation will help you further identify what matters most for your goals in cybersecurity and give you a solid foundation on what you can do to get there. Doesn't mean they give you the blue-pill and you become Neo! They will guide you so you study, research, and learn th...
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  • Christian Malit
    IT Analyst at Deloitte • Student • Online
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    Nov 17, 2022
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    BrainStation - Cyber Security

    Chris and Alexandria are awesome instructors! They were thorough with the lessons, answered any questions and/or concerns that we've had, along with giving solid examples.
    Makes me feel more prepared to break into the Cyber Security field!
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  • Katrina Pilatos
    Specialist, Digital Marketing & Brand • Graduate • Digital Marketing Course Online • Online
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    Nov 16, 2022
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    Fun, fast-paced learning!

    While this was the fastest 10 weeks, each week was packed with great information and insights about digital marketing that I will be using in my day-to-day position. I took this course to fill in some gaps as I had switched industries during the pandemic, I feel like I have learned what I needed to continue excelling in my career. I'm looking forward taking the SEO course next!
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  • Scout Underwood
    Marketing Director • Student • User Experience Design Course Online • Online
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    Nov 15, 2022
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    Premium, excellent, insightful

    It was refreshing not only to gain insights from this course but learn insights that I can trust. I trust the wisdom from this course because of the leading, high-performing, proven industry experts providing the instruction.
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  • Sanna Forbes
    UX Designer • Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • London
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    Nov 11, 2022
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    Great learning experience

    I took part in the UX Design Bootcamp at Brainstation and had such a great experience. The teachers and the learning experience were excellent and we got to work on industry projects. I came out of the course with 3 case-worthy projects and plenty of new knowledge under my belt. 

    The pace of the course is fast and requires motivation, but I received great support and lots of time from the teachers. It's was also great to get the opportunity to work cross-collaboratively with Devs ...
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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.

Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

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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