Designlab
Average Rating4.78
789 Reviews
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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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Chelsea TaylorStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineFeb 08, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/Aflexible and learned so much
Overall, I've learned so much in a short amount of time. And I actually learned the material. It's hands on, so it sticks and you feel so confident in what you know. 10 units in and I can already look back at my first few projects and see such a huge difference. My first mentor wasn't a good fit for me, but the staff was very understanding and made it so easy to assign me to someone else. My second mentor has been amazing. He's very flexible with my schedule and he shares so much knowled...Overall, I've learned so much in a short amount of time. And I actually learned the material. It's hands on, so it sticks and you feel so confident in what you know. 10 units in and I can already look back at my first few projects and see such a huge difference. My first mentor wasn't a good fit for me, but the staff was very understanding and made it so easy to assign me to someone else. My second mentor has been amazing. He's very flexible with my schedule and he shares so much knowledge and tips to make each unit easier and quicker.- Bryan HuntGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineFeb 01, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Through Introduction to UI Design
I just finished the Foundations course at a part-time schedule in about a month. It is very thorough and well laid out with a balance between practical hands-on learning and more "textbook" style learning. They do a great job introducing you to some of the biggest programs in the industry right out of the gate. The biggest help is the 1:1 mentor session each week where I got to go over the weekly project, get suggestions on how to improve, and learn additional tricks from someone acti...I just finished the Foundations course at a part-time schedule in about a month. It is very thorough and well laid out with a balance between practical hands-on learning and more "textbook" style learning. They do a great job introducing you to some of the biggest programs in the industry right out of the gate. The biggest help is the 1:1 mentor session each week where I got to go over the weekly project, get suggestions on how to improve, and learn additional tricks from someone actively in the industry. They really set you up for success! - Maya KimuraGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 31, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Exceeded my expectations!
What I loved about Designlab's Foundations course was both the curriculum itself as well as the relationships and supports it provides you to supplement you while you go through the material. The coursework gives you the basic UI skills you need to feel comfortable using Figma and the community aspect (which you can access via their thriving Discord server) gives you ample opportunity to connect with others in your cohort and beyond to give and receive feedback on your work. Mentorship i...What I loved about Designlab's Foundations course was both the curriculum itself as well as the relationships and supports it provides you to supplement you while you go through the material. The coursework gives you the basic UI skills you need to feel comfortable using Figma and the community aspect (which you can access via their thriving Discord server) gives you ample opportunity to connect with others in your cohort and beyond to give and receive feedback on your work. Mentorship is also an amazing facet of Designlab that helps to keep you accountable and supported. - Amrit KaluriGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 19, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great Course
No real complaints. Good content organized well and structured nicely. Great mentor with thoughtful comments and suggestions. Lots of optional content was interesting and useful as well. Highly recommend as a basis for UI design - Mattie VasquezGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 17, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Decent Experience
Overall, I this was a good experience for me and the course helped me go from 0% knowledge to about 50% knowledge. The modules were well-structured; however, some of the video tutorials were outdated as they didn't match the current Figma software so it was frustrating to have to spend additional time googling the gaps in instruction. The other main frustration was the inability to pause the course. I know it's a short course, but life happens, and I was unable to work on coursework for ...Overall, I this was a good experience for me and the course helped me go from 0% knowledge to about 50% knowledge. The modules were well-structured; however, some of the video tutorials were outdated as they didn't match the current Figma software so it was frustrating to have to spend additional time googling the gaps in instruction. The other main frustration was the inability to pause the course. I know it's a short course, but life happens, and I was unable to work on coursework for about 10 days. This delayed my progress and I was never able to fully catch up. Luckily, you can still finish the coursework after the "deadline" but I know this will impact my application to the full course. The biggest strength to this course is the mentor feedback as it was detailed and tailored to my specific work. - Aurora HollensteinStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 12, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Fun and challenging
What i enjoyed the most about this program is that it's self paced and you have your time to do all the lessons, what i found a little tired was the amount of reading (I'm more of a visual person) so, a little bit of videos explaining stuff would help. - Isabel GorhamGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 11, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great learning experience
My experience with Designlab's UX foundations was extremely positive. The course content was extremely clear, interesting, and well organized. It was well structured and the platform was easy to use. The assignments were very helpful and engaging. It allowed for lots of flexibility while still holding students accountable and providing plenty of support. The mentor sessions were a great opportunity to get one-on-one instruction and feedback. - Dylan HepburnGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineJan 07, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Amazing, informative and all around great experience.
Pros
-Informative
-Engaging community
-Well structured
Cons
- For me personally, time constrictions
-Too many small projects clustered together
Overall I'd say 8/10. This was a very well made and straight forward program!! I have almost zero complaints and
I would definitely recommend this program to others!
- Matt KlingerGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineDec 27, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great Introduction into UX/UI Design!
UX Foundations was a great introduction into UI design tools (Figma, Sketch) and the overall UX/UI design industry. The course was well structured and the projects throughout the course were fun and helpful in learning Figma.
My favorite aspect of the course was being paired with a mentor who works in the industry where I could get project feedback, learn best practices, and ask all questions related to UX/UI design and careers in the industry.
I'm excited continue the jo...UX Foundations was a great introduction into UI design tools (Figma, Sketch) and the overall UX/UI design industry. The course was well structured and the projects throughout the course were fun and helpful in learning Figma.
My favorite aspect of the course was being paired with a mentor who works in the industry where I could get project feedback, learn best practices, and ask all questions related to UX/UI design and careers in the industry.
I'm excited continue the journey and enroll in the UX Academy! - Denny AlvarezStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineDec 26, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Easy to learn
Module are easy to understand and not long to read through each. They all have the right information for completing each project with the file provided for it. Mentor 1 on 1 is really helpful for any general questions you are stuck on. - Magdalena WilfortDigital Marketing Manager • Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineDec 21, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Fab Foundation course in UX/UI
Designlab UX Foundations is a great course for anyone that wants to learn the basics of UI, I wouldn't say that there were a lot of UX principles in the course, aside from the final non-compulsory module, so perhaps calling it a UI course would have been a bit more clear. They did, however, provide a detailed course description so I knew exactly what I was in for. I had a wonderful mentor and those sessions with mentor is what sets this course apart from the competitors. I also found it ...Designlab UX Foundations is a great course for anyone that wants to learn the basics of UI, I wouldn't say that there were a lot of UX principles in the course, aside from the final non-compulsory module, so perhaps calling it a UI course would have been a bit more clear. They did, however, provide a detailed course description so I knew exactly what I was in for. I had a wonderful mentor and those sessions with mentor is what sets this course apart from the competitors. I also found it super easy to follow the lessons and track my progress, I think some other rival online courses aren't as well designed and, ironically, not as UX friendly! Big fan of Designlab, if the UX academy wasn't as pricey, I probably would have stayed with them but due to the cost, I opted in for a different one. One thing to note with Designlab is that they expect quite a lot of time commitment so it can be a bit tricky if you work a full time time job, get ready to fill your weekends with coursework and lessons. - atzay estradaStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineDec 18, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
great intro design course
the foundations course was exactly what i was looking for to get started. i really appreciate how easily accessible designlab makes this course, so it's not a huge commitment off the bat but a trial incase you decide to continue afterwards. the course itself covered the basics and had lots of practice using industry tools. though i had to switch mentors towards the end due to some unforeseen circumstances, both of the mentors i worked with gave me excellent feedback which made my designs...the foundations course was exactly what i was looking for to get started. i really appreciate how easily accessible designlab makes this course, so it's not a huge commitment off the bat but a trial incase you decide to continue afterwards. the course itself covered the basics and had lots of practice using industry tools. though i had to switch mentors towards the end due to some unforeseen circumstances, both of the mentors i worked with gave me excellent feedback which made my designs stronger.
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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!
Is Designlab legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 789 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab and rate their overall experience a 4.78 out of 5.
Does Designlab offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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You can read 789 reviews of Designlab on Course Report! Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab and rate their overall experience a 4.78 out of 5.
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While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Designlab doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.