BrainStation
Average Rating4.66
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BrainStation is a global digital skills training and workforce transformation provider that offers bootcamps and courses in data, design, development, digital marketing, product, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and leadership both online and at state-of-the-art campuses in New York, London, Miami, Toronto, and Vancouver. 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 has a learning option, with full-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.
BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with 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 across the world. 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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- Asma El AchhabMarketing Leader • Digital Marketing Course • TorontoVerified by LinkedInNov 24, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Place to learn the latest in the industry and network
This month, my workplace gave me the opportunity to brush-off on my digital marketing know-how, tools and strategical thinking with BrainStation here in #Toronto. The course encouraged me to learn something new and even network, and it definitely helps get you out of the rut of working remote...This month, my workplace gave me the opportunity to brush-off on my digital marketing know-how, tools and strategical thinking with BrainStation here in #Toronto. The course encouraged me to learn something new and even network, and it definitely helps get you out of the rut of working remotely, where one would quickly feel either the burnout or isolation. This course definitely gave a boost of confidence to network with instructors such as Talina Titizian & Omkar Deshpande - (Full Stack Digital Marketing Manager) who come with a load of knowledge from their experiences as well. - Manasi JoshiStudent • Social Media Marketing • TorontoVerified by LinkedInNov 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Social Media Marketing course review
I recently completed a Social Media Marketing course at Brainstation. As a fair beginner in the field of digital marketing, I was looking for a course with comprehensive knowledge to strengthen my foundation in the field as well as get hands-on experience with the most used social media channels for marketing today! I was absolutely fortunate to get instructors with superb experience and backgrounds within the field. I did think the class was too fast for me at times, but it also gave me...I recently completed a Social Media Marketing course at Brainstation. As a fair beginner in the field of digital marketing, I was looking for a course with comprehensive knowledge to strengthen my foundation in the field as well as get hands-on experience with the most used social media channels for marketing today! I was absolutely fortunate to get instructors with superb experience and backgrounds within the field. I did think the class was too fast for me at times, but it also gave me a chance to push myself to do more research, read and stay updated to catch up. I enjoyed the questions asked by co-students leading to fruitful discussions, not just instructors but also everyone in the class adding so much value to my learnings. Loved working on the final project and importantly seeing others presenting was amazing! In all, I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you, BrainStation. 
AkshayStudent • Web Development Bootcamp • TorontoVerified by GitHubNov 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceWeb Development
Really detailed and fast paced bootcamp. Teacher and cohorts are really good and help you when needed. If you plan on doing this make sure you focus on bootcamp as there is a lot to learn and retain.- JayWed Dev • GraduateVerified by GitHubNov 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Web Dev
The experience was great. It was harder than I expected but it was well worth the challenge. The curriculum was great and so were the instructors. The job assistance is still happening so I was unable to leave a rating but the job preparation which includes resume building, LinkedIn, and other career workshops have been great. - Andrew PersaudFull Stack Developer • Graduate • Web Development Bootcamp • TorontoVerified by LinkedInNov 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Web Development Bootcamp
I applied to and completed the April 2021 cohort of BrainStation's Web Development Bootcamp. Due to the pandemic, my whole experience was online. And while I was initially skeptical about learning something so in-depth remotely, it turned out to be an amazing experience. All of the educators and TAs were very skilled, knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. They covered the concepts thoroughly and provided lots of feedback for the practical applications and assignments in th...I applied to and completed the April 2021 cohort of BrainStation's Web Development Bootcamp. Due to the pandemic, my whole experience was online. And while I was initially skeptical about learning something so in-depth remotely, it turned out to be an amazing experience. All of the educators and TAs were very skilled, knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. They covered the concepts thoroughly and provided lots of feedback for the practical applications and assignments in the course. I cannot overstate the value of learning web development in a live environment (as opposed to just following recorded courses online). It really made the difference in how quickly I could learn and pick up new skills, which is both extremely important and transferable to real working situations.The careers team provided great info and feedback on how to approach the job hunt, and they continue to offer sessions and support well past your graduation date. While I am definitely not as skilled in job hunting as I am web development, the career focused workshops really helped me refine how I present myself to employers in each stage of the process.Overall, BrainStation's web development bootcamp is a very strong offering and should be at the top of every interested person's list. - JordanMIRROR Lead at lululemon • Graduate • Digital Marketing Course Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 03, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Digital Marketing Course
Looking back at my experience with BrainStation online I am amazed at the amount I have learned over the 10 week course. From SEO and PPC to creating Social media campaigns and influencer strategies. Being able to dip a bit into each area and see what part of Digital Marketing I excel and am interested in is the thing I really enjoyed most. My instructor Brad was a pleasure to learn from, using his real world scenarios to make the content relatable and incredibly personable teaching styl...Looking back at my experience with BrainStation online I am amazed at the amount I have learned over the 10 week course. From SEO and PPC to creating Social media campaigns and influencer strategies. Being able to dip a bit into each area and see what part of Digital Marketing I excel and am interested in is the thing I really enjoyed most. My instructor Brad was a pleasure to learn from, using his real world scenarios to make the content relatable and incredibly personable teaching style made it easy to learn and the whole experience amazing. The online platform made it able so I can learn and collaborate with people from all over North America which helped make this a very unique experience. - Parth BrahmbhattApplicant • Data Science Course • TorontoVerified by LinkedInNov 02, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Science Course
Very insightful. Gained valuable real world skills and accelerating my career in data science. - Rica ZMarketing & Communications • Student • User Experience Design Course • VancouverVerified by LinkedInNov 02, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Amazing instructors and robust curriculum!
I wanted to take a UX course that has flexible learning options, industry-practicing instructors, and has a robust curriculum and BrainStation ticked all the boxes. I was very pleased with their LMS and other tools which allowed for seamless communication with the instructor, the learner support team, and my fellow classmates.
I especially loved the interactive workshops we did each class. It allowed me to better understand the material and collaborating with groups and partners e...I wanted to take a UX course that has flexible learning options, industry-practicing instructors, and has a robust curriculum and BrainStation ticked all the boxes. I was very pleased with their LMS and other tools which allowed for seamless communication with the instructor, the learner support team, and my fellow classmates.
I especially loved the interactive workshops we did each class. It allowed me to better understand the material and collaborating with groups and partners enabled us to learn from each other. Our instructor, Han, was especially helpful during studio times when we would work on our final project. She facilitated a safe, inclusive space for the students to show our progress, which allowed us to get a fresh perspective on our projects and improve on it. I've never experienced such a supportive learning environment! I'm definitely taking the Digital Marketing course next and I'm looking forward to it. - Trena WynnStudent • Data Analytics Course • TorontoVerified by LinkedInOct 31, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Analytics
Overall the class was phenomenal. The instructors were very good and precise from beginning to end. They were very helpful when it came to the full class and one-on-one. The class had so much detail that I wish I would have taken the longer course. Anyone that is considering Brainstation to further your knowledge its a must have. For your set up make sure you have 2 monitor to get the full experience of all the applications that are taught. I enjoy the experience and well worth it. Tha...Overall the class was phenomenal. The instructors were very good and precise from beginning to end. They were very helpful when it came to the full class and one-on-one. The class had so much detail that I wish I would have taken the longer course. Anyone that is considering Brainstation to further your knowledge its a must have. For your set up make sure you have 2 monitor to get the full experience of all the applications that are taught. I enjoy the experience and well worth it. Thanks Brainstation!!! - JamesStudent • Data Analytics Course Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInOct 26, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Worth It
Overall the experience was fantastic and definitely worth it. The content is great, the instructors are great, I just didn't realize that the course would be so heavy when taking the condensed version. I wish I had taken a longer course. I felt as though there was too much to learn and not enough time. - SherryStudent • User Experience Design Course Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInOct 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design
I had a great experience learning with Brain Station. The instructors are very professional and educated and also they add you to their LinkedIn page after finishing the course which gives you the opportunity to get connected with employees - David MacDonaldFull Stack Developer • Student • Web Development Bootcamp • TorontoVerified by LinkedInOct 14, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
My Perspective
I have to preface this by saying that before joining the Bootcamp I had a myriad of jobs, many of which were technical in nature. With a background in engineering, I feel I did have an advantage when it came to understanding and comprehension of the more technical aspects of the program compared to those with completely unrelated experiences. I found the content straightforward and detailed, with sufficient information and instruction to complete the curriculum. This is not to say it was...I have to preface this by saying that before joining the Bootcamp I had a myriad of jobs, many of which were technical in nature. With a background in engineering, I feel I did have an advantage when it came to understanding and comprehension of the more technical aspects of the program compared to those with completely unrelated experiences. I found the content straightforward and detailed, with sufficient information and instruction to complete the curriculum. This is not to say it was easy, I had to commit full time each day and night to ensure I absorbed the material and completed each assignment. You get out exactly what you put into it and you really need to expect to commit 100% of your life for 3 months to this program.
Having completed the program nearly a year later, looking back I can confidently say that the curriculum was very frontend focused, and the backend portion was more of a knowledge base than put to practice. It's understandable that in 3 months to attempt to teach a full diploma's worth of content is a great undertaking, but if the program claims emphasis on Full-Stack development, there should be more meat than potatoes (if the metaphor sticks lol). Alongside the coursework were various hackathons and pair-programming events which were very valuable experiences in my opinion. Allowing us to experience the social aspect of the work, especially over the pandemic, enhances learning and understanding. These challenges allowed us to connect with our colleagues and collaboratively improve our skills. I learned a lot through how others were programming and I can say with certainty that they improved my skills.
When it came down to finding a job, it really is on you as a person to put in the work until you are actually hired, if you don't keep that momentum going when you finish the program you will struggle. BrainStation does provide the necessary tools to gear up for the hunt and interviews but there are no guarantees that you will find work immediately. I will say the most important job assistance aspect is networking; connect with your peers and build bridges, they are key as you will be the next group in the industry. Unfortunately, BrainStation's ability to provide quality networking was dampened due to the pandemic, so being unable to carry out live in-person demonstrations impacts the ability to speak 1-on-1 with potential industry representatives and employers.
To conclude, if you're considering this program and have some technical background then BrainStation can definitely give you the base ingredients to be a developer. However, it will be more challenging for those who have completely unrelated backgrounds and I strongly suggest getting some base understanding before deciding to commit. I loved my time at BrainStation and I am greatly appreciative of the skills learned, the connections made, and how they helped shape my future.
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Updated August 05, 2024
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Updated May 31, 2024
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Updated May 30, 2024
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Updated May 01, 2024
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Updated March 27, 2024
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Updated January 22, 2024
Wendy, a graduate of BrainStation’s Data Analytics bootcamp, wrote a Verified review of her bootcamp experience and won our latest sweepstakes competition! Over 1,500 tech bootcamp graduates wrote a Verified review for their school on Course Report and went into the draw to win a $500 Amazon gift card. We caught up with Wendy to hear about her bootcamp experience!
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Updated December 29, 2023
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Updated November 03, 2023
Four years ago, a simple coding project at work ignited Aveen Pattni’s desire to code full-time. After completing the Software Engineering Bootcamp full-time at BrainStation, Aveen went on to work in full stack and front end development roles at Walmart, Loblaw Digital, and now Intuit. Aveen shares what it took to kickstart a new career in software engineering through an immersive bootcamp,...
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Updated September 30, 2024
Canada is a leading tech country with data science bootcamps in its five major tech cities: Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Ottawa. Learning data science in Canada means having many opportunities of working at large, respected companies or cutting-edge tech startups. Whether you’re looking for a full-time or part-time program, we’ve rounded up all of the in-person data science boot...
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Updated June 01, 2023
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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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FAQs
How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation costs around $16,500. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Social Media Marketing Course cost $2,450.
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like Artificial Intelligence Course Online, Cybersecurity Bootcamp Online, Cybersecurity Course Online, Data Analytics Course and 29 more.
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. 2,296 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,296 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?
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You can read 2,296 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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PBSS - New York, United States, CIE - Florida, United States, PCC - Ontario, Canada, PTIB - British Columbia, Canada