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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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  • Vickie Tran
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 11, 2023
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    Informative, liked the readings, videos could be better

    I enjoyed the readings and the critiques I had with my mentor were helpful. The Designlab video tutorials for how to use Figma aren't really helpful. They're too fast and don't do a good job explaining the tools/process; they just show what they're doing instead
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  • Asya Michelle Mora
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 09, 2023
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    EXCELLENT

    My experience with Designlab was amazing! they are very well organized and their curriculum is easy to navigate, i also enjoyed how project based the Bootcamp is because it makes you gain a lot of practice. I enjoyed every single part of this course and i can't wait to see what UX academy will bring. 
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  • Tina Tran
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    May 20, 2023
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    Fun learning experience

    This program provided a lot of resources and projects that helped you get into the design thinking mindset. It also provided a lot of UI foundation learning as well. The course does provide you with mentors for 1-on-1 mentorship, to help guide you through the course. My mentor was nice, but I do wish I received a bit more feedback on my projects. Throughout this course I really enjoyed the projects as it brought out a lot of creativity from myself. 
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  • Salwa Pervez
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    May 19, 2023
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    UX foundation Academy Course

    It was a productive 8 weeks course although I have a design background but in different field.This course was quite knowledgeable,productive and practical.I had a wonderful experience with my mentor she was very helpful and professional throughtout the course.Now looking farward to join UX Academy.
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  • Sarah Hesler
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Apr 21, 2023
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    Great Beginning Experience

    I'm in the process of switching from a teaching career to design, and I appreciated how Designlab Foundations made it easy to dip my toe into UX/UI and see if this new career path would be a realistic and enjoyable change.  Most other bootcamps require more time and financial commitment before you are able to get a sense of the type of work you will be doing, but the Foundations course was a very manageable first step!  I really enjoyed the asynchronous aspect of the course. Initially I ...
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  • Scott Kapela
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Apr 14, 2023
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    Excellent bootcamp for those starting a UX/UI career

    The Designlab Foundations course is a 101-type program that sets you up very nicely for the more intense UX Academy course. You are taught mostly UI elements (i.e. design principles) in a way that is easy to understand through a mix of learning modules and projects. Being matched with a mentor who, in my experience, was extremely knowledgeable in the subject with lots of industry experience, was extremely helpful. Overall, the course was definitely worth it and has made me feel confident...
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  • Laura Randall
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 31, 2023
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    Overall, worth the investment

    I came out with a base knowledge of UI design and was able to apply that knowledge in projects and examples.  I was occasionally frustrated with not diving into a particular concept or application deep enough to mastery before moving on, but in the end I did figure it out.  Overall this is a good course and was absolutely worth the investment.
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  • Summer Ordonez
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 14, 2023
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    Great experience at Designlab

    The Foundations course was great. I learned a lot of the foundational skills I will need when transitioning into UX/product design. The overall curriculum was good and I truly enjoyed working on the different projects. Having a mentor along the way was excellent! Highly recommend this course.
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  • Noelle Mittelstaedt
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    Student • Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 13, 2023
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    Best bootcamp experience

    After doing a software engineering bootcamp and feeling stuck creatively, I decided to go the design route and Designlab's foundations course did not disappoint. It is most definitely a LOT of work, but I was able to complete it all in 3 weeks. I recommend it greatly since I was able to build a portfolio for the application to the actual bootcamp.
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  • Aboli Deshpande
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 11, 2023
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    Joining UXAF course has been my best decision.

    UXAF course is a very well structured, practical and informative. I researched extensively, compared the courses from many institutes and decided to go with UXAF. The course comprises of all the aspects required to gain design knowledge. It includes information, practical work (projects), time management, using designing tools extensively and 1:1 mentorship which is extremely helpful in achieving great results. I had a great mentor who provided me with insights and constructive feedback ...
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  • Jersen Islan
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 10, 2023
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    Amazing mentoring above standards

    I started designlab because I wanted to get into designing and learning the difference between UX and UI. I wanted to break into the tech industry for awhile now and designlab was the one that I felt was right for me after doing research on different tech jobs. I took a risk and started foundations to see if I'd like it. Turns out I really enjoyed all the projects and I felt proud of all the work I did so far. Now it's time to move forward with the academy!
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  • Richard Du
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 09, 2023
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    Fruitful and accomodating

    I learned so much from my mentor and peers within the Designlab community. They were always responsive to my questions and always walked me through different assignments. I learn from seeing and watching others do, and I have to attribute my success to the powerful and thoughtful team of Designlab.
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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.

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