Designlab
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Designlab is an online training provider that teaches in-demand UX/UI design skills through their UX Academy and short courses. Designlab’s top-tier online programs connect students with expert design mentors, empowering them to launch and advance their career in digital design. Whether students are transitioning into UX design with Designlab’s flagship UX Academy or refining their skills through advanced courses designed for seasoned designers and design teams, Designlab offers meticulously crafted programs to help learners achieve their goals.
With mentorship and community at the core of every course, students benefit from weekly 1:1 video calls in UX Academy and UX Academy Foundations, as well as small peer group sessions in advanced and short courses. Through personalized feedback and guidance, Designlab’s network of experienced mentors helps students navigate the design industry, offering career advice and insights into market trends from a professional’s perspective.
To apply for the UX Academy, applicants need to fill out an online application, and schedule a call with a Designlab representative. Applicants should have a love of good design, a grounding in design fundamentals, and commitment and resilience.
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AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 11, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceInteractive, Engaging, and Great Mentors
Pros:
- Great mentorship experience. You get to talk to some of the greatest minds in UX and network with them while picking at their brain for knowledge and expertise.
- Super fun course material that efficiently teaches UX concepts.
- Design briefs and projects were relevant to real world design problems. Great practice for anyone planning to design for corporate or start up.
Cons:
- Difficult to stay motivated. There would be periodic emails sent to keep you motivat...Pros:
- Great mentorship experience. You get to talk to some of the greatest minds in UX and network with them while picking at their brain for knowledge and expertise.
- Super fun course material that efficiently teaches UX concepts.
- Design briefs and projects were relevant to real world design problems. Great practice for anyone planning to design for corporate or start up.
Cons:
- Difficult to stay motivated. There would be periodic emails sent to keep you motivated but at the end of the day, it took me way longer to complete the course than I was originally planning.- AnonymousStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 09, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Highly recommend
Foundations is a fantastic way to get started in design. I researched a tonnnn of bootcamps for UX/IU and I'm so glad I landed on this one. The projects are really fun to complete and I felt like they aligned really well with the course objectives. I learned so much in the 4 weeks and I'm really excited to continue with the UX Academy. Having a personal mentor was a huge bonus and really added to the value of the course overall. If you're going to do design I encourage you to choose this...Foundations is a fantastic way to get started in design. I researched a tonnnn of bootcamps for UX/IU and I'm so glad I landed on this one. The projects are really fun to complete and I felt like they aligned really well with the course objectives. I learned so much in the 4 weeks and I'm really excited to continue with the UX Academy. Having a personal mentor was a huge bonus and really added to the value of the course overall. If you're going to do design I encourage you to choose this program! - AnonymousStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 04, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
accommodating and well paced
I had a very enjoyable experience at designlab. My assigned mentor was very understanding and encouraging. I loved that I was able to go at my own pace while still receiving timely feedback from my mentor. I learned skills I believe I can use outside of this field. - AnonymousApplicant • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 02, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Comprehensive Figma and Sketch introduction
Design Lab Foundations was the ideal experience while also juggling a full-time job. I could easily schedule meetings with my mentor, and moved through the material at my own pace. All of the Units were set-up in a logical order, so that your redesigns were built on the most current unit's teachings. - Anonymousunemployed • Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 14, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
UX Foundations
I went for UX Foundations because I wasn't sure which Boot Camp in UX/UI design to choose from and I don't regret it at all! It was a great first step to see if I'm good at designing and most of all if I like it and enjoy it myself. I did a lot and I just enrolled in the UX Academy itself too! Foundations showed me that DL is very professional, well organized, and provides you with a lot of useful exercises, creative briefs, and ongoing support. I had to switch my mentor because of avail...I went for UX Foundations because I wasn't sure which Boot Camp in UX/UI design to choose from and I don't regret it at all! It was a great first step to see if I'm good at designing and most of all if I like it and enjoy it myself. I did a lot and I just enrolled in the UX Academy itself too! Foundations showed me that DL is very professional, well organized, and provides you with a lot of useful exercises, creative briefs, and ongoing support. I had to switch my mentor because of availability issues and they paired me the second time with an amazing one, whom I want to keep meeting during my UX Academy too! Be aware that the suggested time is very much real because I thought as a quite quick learner I can save some time at some points but not really. The exercises are time-demanding but they teach you how to work with Figma and Sketch very efficiently! - AnonymousIndustrial Engineer • Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 12, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Quick, Affordable, and Lightweight.
The course was a lightweight approach to getting you familiar with the tools of the trade and how you'll get through them.
Admittedly, the mentorship program, while it was the most lauded thing, was probably my biggest stress point before starting, but I knew I was the type of person to struggle with reaching out to outside help for assistance. Their mentorship program really helped me and guided me through the course and I am so glad they removed that friction for me.
Overall I'...The course was a lightweight approach to getting you familiar with the tools of the trade and how you'll get through them.
Admittedly, the mentorship program, while it was the most lauded thing, was probably my biggest stress point before starting, but I knew I was the type of person to struggle with reaching out to outside help for assistance. Their mentorship program really helped me and guided me through the course and I am so glad they removed that friction for me.
Overall I'm glad I took the plunge and I will be pursuing it further. - AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 12, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great intro to UI design
I think that UXA Foundations is a great intro to UI design. I took the course to prep for UX Academy, which I will be starting soon. I completed the UXA Foundations within 6 weeks. It was my first intro to Figma and I enjoyed learning new things every time I did copywork or created my own landing pages and app screens. - AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 12, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
You reap what you sow
Designlab UX Academy Foundations is a mandatory prerequisite course for those coming from a non-design/visual background and looking to pursue a career in UI/UX. Foundations mostly teaches UI or visual design. The coursework is split into 8 Units with the final unit being a 10-hour design challenge. My cohort had to design a webpage and three mobile screens for a travel website. This is used to determine if you can apply to DesignLab's UX Academy.
I appreciated how thorough the co...Designlab UX Academy Foundations is a mandatory prerequisite course for those coming from a non-design/visual background and looking to pursue a career in UI/UX. Foundations mostly teaches UI or visual design. The coursework is split into 8 Units with the final unit being a 10-hour design challenge. My cohort had to design a webpage and three mobile screens for a travel website. This is used to determine if you can apply to DesignLab's UX Academy.
I appreciated how thorough the course was setup. Each unit was devoted to a topic with supplemental articles or videos to present information and then design exercises to be done on the software of your choice. We were also tasked to write reflection statements after these hands on exercises. I liked the rhythmn of this as you got a decent overview of a concept and actually putting this knowledge into practice helped solidify some learning points. The reflection exercises were a good way to journal some questions or feelings that your mentor could respond to.
While this may be obvious, the work you put into this self-paced course is dependent on you. In my situation I had weeks where I could devote adequate time to studying and doing the exercises and I felt very productive in learning. The opposite was also true where I fell behind (they recommend one unit completed per week) and some concepts didn't really "stick" with me. Overall I think the material is a good overview of UI principles. I went into Foundations having a decent sense of what is good/bad design, and now I am more confident in being specific on the details.
Your mentor is randomly assigned to you and you can change if you desire. The biggest challenge for me was getting used to a new software. While some questions can be easily looked up online, having a mentor also made it easy to answer specific questions that I didn't know how to phrase or search online. My mentor gave me the option to resubmit my work through the online portal or talk about the areas that could be improved in our sessions. There was a time difference between us as we were located in different countries and in one instance my mentor did not inform me that he could not make it to our session. You can use your one hour session to talk about anything, so I tried to have an organized agenda of what I wanted to talk about. - AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 01, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
UX Academy Foundations
I did not have a design background but Designlab created UX Academy Foundations to ease you into transition in becoming a UX/UI Designer. I really like that in my 8 weeks I had 7 sessions with a mentor that Designlab provided. They have plenty of lessons and projects that helped me learn to design using Figma. - AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineAug 31, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Fun and Challenging Course
I had a lot of fun and learned quite a bit in my 8 week Foundations course. It was both challenging and rewarding. I was able to pick up a lot of skills and learn how to implement my artistic inclinations in the world of UI design. My mentor was very nice and helped me to reach my goals.
It is self-paced, so be prepared to be self-motivated. But you do get one hour weekly sessions with someone in the industry, so it's well worth the price for that alone. - AnonymousStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineAug 29, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
UX Foundations is the great for those who have no design background
This bootcamp was meant to be a short introduction to UI design. For someone like me who had no prior experience with designing, I found it extremely helpful. There are short lessons, easy to follow tutorials, and projects that really test your skills. Within each lesson, there are tons of additional resources given. The mentorship program was something that I picked this course for specifically. You get eight lessons to go over work, ask questions, get advice, and whatever else you nee...This bootcamp was meant to be a short introduction to UI design. For someone like me who had no prior experience with designing, I found it extremely helpful. There are short lessons, easy to follow tutorials, and projects that really test your skills. Within each lesson, there are tons of additional resources given. The mentorship program was something that I picked this course for specifically. You get eight lessons to go over work, ask questions, get advice, and whatever else you need. It's a very well thought out and organized program. The only thing is the discord is still a little unorganized but that's because they just switched over from Slack. - AnonymousGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineAug 26, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great Program
The curriculum was awesome, but a lot of the experience depends on your mentor. If they are engaged, you'll learn tons from them. If they are unresponsive or you don't click, you might be a bit underwhelmed.
The learning material was very thorough and had good emphasis on UI and visual design. The projects were also very good practice, and enjoyable to complete.
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Designlab Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 700+ Designlab alumni reviews on Course Report, students consistently praise the hands-on projects, 1-on-1 mentorship from industry professionals, and the comprehensive UX/UI design curriculum. A student shared, "Designlab is a very solid introduction into the world of UX/UI design... Before you know it, you have the confidence to start making your own icons and building a brand." Some critiques, however, mention the reliance on Discord for community interaction, which some found less professional than alternatives like Slack.
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FAQs
How much does Designlab cost?
Designlab costs around $7,749. On the lower end, some Designlab courses like 1. UX Academy Foundations cost $499.
What courses does Designlab teach?
Designlab offers courses like 1. UX Academy Foundations, 2. UX Academy (Part-time), 3. UX Academy (Full-time), 4. Data-Driven Design and 5 more.
Where does Designlab have campuses?
Designlab teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is Designlab worth it?
Designlab hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 789 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab on Course Report - you should start there!
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