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. BrainStation specializes 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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2,338 reviews of BrainStation
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Joseph Shandley Verified via LinkedInStudent · Web Development Bootcamp · Graduation year 2022
Cannot recommend BrainStation enough!
I have completed 10 out of 12 weeks of the web development bootcamp course at the London campus and I cannot speak highly enough of the experience. The teaching has been first class with all the content being of high quality and very relevant to the industry. I feel very prepared for applying for roles once I have graduated and I know that the skills that I have gained will stand me in good stead amongst my peers. All the educators and staff on campus are always helpful and friendly and I really felt like there is a close and solid community built amongst our class of students. If you are thinking that development might be a path you want to go down, I would strongly recommend you look into BrainStation -- the best career decision I have ever made!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Fairooz Tasnim Verified via LinkedInCoordinator · Product Management Course · Graduation year 2022
Product Management
Absolutely loved this course! It was a great course for someone like me who has zero to no experience in this field. I gained a lot of knowledge about this industry as well as practical experience by working on a project end to end!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Simon Shahriveri Verified via LinkedInTech Lead · Product Management Course Online · Graduation year 2022
Product Management Masterclass!
I cannot express how good this course was from start to finish. My instructor Guy Walker was able to provide a detailed syllabus but each week and each module shared related experiences which were not only interesting but super helpful when understanding how a product manager needs to conduct themselves and operate. The Synapse learning environment is very user-friendly and intuitive and the support was top-notch. Would recommend to anyone wanting to get into product management!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Fariha Qureshy Verified via LinkedInGraduate · Digital Marketing Bootcamp · Graduated 2022
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
It’s a very intense program but it is by far one of the best out there. As long as you’re willing to put in the hours, you'll be just fine. Plus, The instructors are always there to help so don’t be afraid of taking this leap of faith. Take the course. You’ll be glad you did!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Saba Farheen Verified via GitHubGraduate · Intro to Web Development · Graduated 2022
Web Development
Overall, I had nothing but positive things to say about my experience. I was away from my studies for a long time but was admitted to the Diploma of Web Development. The study materials were excellent, the faculty members were very helpful, and supportive. They motivated us to find the solution by ourselves by guiding us and not spoon-feeding us. If you are ready to emerge and challenge yourself in web development then BrainStation is the perfect coding school for you. Be ready to work hand and touch the sky!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Steven Verified via GitHubStudent · Web Development Bootcamp · Graduation year 2022
Great experience but yearning for more
- Instructors are clear in their lecture delivery
- Theres are project due weekly thus the program is fast paced and will leave you scrambling and typing code all night
- If you get stuck, ask the educator for help, they will point you in the right direction
- You should have an elementary understanding of html, css, sass, javascript, react, nodejs by the end
- Gives you ideas on what to expect on job interviews but doesnt give you alot of time to practice
Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
Viraj Kunthe Verified via LinkedInStudent · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2022
Data Science
Love the content. They really take their time with concepts- which is essential for people who are completely new to the field.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Octavio Segovia Verified via LinkedInFullStack Web Developer · Graduation year 2022
Web Development
The whole experience is great! I really felt like learning all over again, and brought that passion about studying like I was in collage. I did the full time (just 3 months) and felt like I wanted more of it! Takes you a lot of time and work to go by every task they ask you to perform but it is great to get some practice in your code. I learnt a lot during my time as a student, but as freshly graduated now I'm finding it hard to get my first job, as I thought the market would have a lot of opportunities when I graduated, guess I need to give some time and keep learning. Just to be clear, each experience is different, you can finish the bootcamp with a job or maybe spend a few months to find one, but the experience was a lifetime for me.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
Brandon Verified via LinkedInDigital Marketing Associate · Digital Marketing Course Online · Graduated 2022
Digital Marketing Course is Great
The digital marketing course from BrainStation is a must-take course. The instructors, Shannon and Haeri, have been great and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend for those looking to learn and fine-tune their skills.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
May Verified via LinkedInGraduate · User Experience Design Bootcamp · Graduated 2022
Graphic Designer
This bootcamp gave me what I needed to transition to a UX designer role. Even though I was familiar with the design principles, the research and process were all new to me and I was able to produce the necessary projects for my portfolio. We had the most amazing TA's and educators that were available for any questions you had. I was able to make some great friends and connections; it was a supportive environment.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Nat Verified via GitHubSoftware Engineer · Web Development Bootcamp · Graduated 2022
Web Development
The Web Dev bootcamp was great. The project-based approach is very helpful for the real world. The teachers, TAs and Career Success team were very knowledgeable.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
Jade Scott Verified via LinkedInSenior Automation Scientist · Python · Graduated 2022
Python Coding Course.
five-week crash course on python fundamentals.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Deanna Letford Verified via LinkedInDigital Sales Manager · Digital Marketing Course · Graduation year 2022
Digital Marketing
Super insightful course! Current and interesting! Engaging and fun. Great instructors who are working professionally in the industry. Highly recommend!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Jing Liu Verified via LinkedInGraduate · Product Management Course Online · Graduated 2022
Product Management Course Review
This is a very helpful course, I learnt not only the concepts but lots of hands on skills. The instructors are very experienced. The class discussion and real life examples/case studies are the best part of the course. A practical and mind-opening course.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Anna K. Verified via LinkedInGraphic Designer
Digital Marketing Course
This class gave me a great place to start in my digital marketing career. I now feel more confident in my social media & SEO skills. I loved how engaging my class was, we always chatted throughout the week. My teacher, Ryan Rebello, was amazing. He answered each and every question we had & explained things very clearly using real-world examples. I've already attended a BrainStation Networking event via Zoom, and really enjoyed hearing from successful BrainStation Alumni.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Matty Bonime Verified via LinkedInMarketing Manager · Digital Marketing Bootcamp · Graduation year 2022
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
If you told me I could advance my career in digital marketing in less than 90 days, equipped with industry-standard knowledge and all the tools needed to get hired right after graduation, I'm not sure I would have believed you. I am beyond proud of the hard work I've put into my portfolio over the last three months and truly could not have done it without the guidance, education, and mentorship I received at BrainStation. I was instantly connected to several companies after presenting my portfolio at BrainStation's Demo Day and am very excited to announce my new role as marketing manager at AuditDashboard today! #DigitalMarketing #BrainStationOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Natanael Verified via GitHubGraduate · Web Development Course Online · Graduated 2022
Web Development
It is a great Bootcamp with a lot of strenth in the frontend development.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Zach Verified via LinkedInStudent · Graduation year 2022
Data Analytics
Instructor (Varun) for this course was great! - I was hoping this course would be more focused on the theory and best practices but what I realized after taking this course is the only way to learn best practice for SQL was through experience. I think this course could be helpful for SQL beginners who just want to get a bit of exposure into what SQL and Data analytics is. Anyone with existing experience with SQL or as an analyst in a tech company may not find this course valuable.Overall3.0Curriculum3.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Tim Neusesser Verified via LinkedInUX Specialist · Full-Time User Experience Design Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2021
UX/UI Design
I attended BrainStation’s UX/UI Design Boot Camp in 2021 and could not be happier with my decision. I was to a certain degree familiar with UX concepts, but never in my life had I actually designed anything.
BrainStation’s knowledgable instructors did a great job at teaching all the necessary tools (especially Figma) to become a successful UX Designer. Besides that they were always open for questions and remained a great source of support even after the Boot Camp ended.
After graduation I worked for several months as a freelancer (which was challenging) before a former BrainStation classmate sent me my dream job description. Two months and several rounds of interviewing later I can say that I found my dream Design job and that BrainStation played a vital role in my path to get there!Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
Huanyu Wang Verified via LinkedInStudent · Full-Time Web Development Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2022
Efficient way to become a developer
The web development Bootcamp program in BrainStation is a great option for people who needs to learn programming in a fairly short amount of time. Instructors, teaching assistants, and other staff are pretty responsive and willing to help.
Even though the Bootcamp is intended for people with no coding experience, I would highly suggest anyone who is considering signing up do some self-study first to make the process in the Bootcamp easier.
As the Bootcamp covers both front-end and back-end in only 12 weeks, the back-end parts are only at the surface, just enough for students to make a full-stack application. Much more diving deep is needed compared with the front-end sections.
Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0
Courses
10 BrainStation Courses
Full details, syllabus, tuition, and reviews available on each course page.
AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (In-Person)
★ 5.0 (1)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Management Certification (PMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Management Certification (PMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online)
5 weeks
$3,750
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News
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 23, 2019
When Georgie Gow had a taste of data-driven UX design, she decided to upskill in her marketing career, and get into more digital roles. She enrolled in BrainStation’s part-time Data Analytics course, and found it immensely helpful, then decided to take another BrainStation course, this time in UX Design! Georgina tells us how she balanced her full-time job in Australia with learning online, and...
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 17, 2019
Zack had made a career for himself in front end development, but found the UX design part of his job the most rewarding. He wanted to move from Canada to the US and focus on UX so he enrolled in BrainStation’s User Experience Design diploma program in Toronto! Knowing the importance of a great portfolio for landing a job, Zack worked hard on his BrainStation capstone project, and shared his scr...
Liz Eggleston
Updated October 03, 2024
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 24, 2025
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Imogen Crispe
Updated June 27, 2019
BrainStation Product Management Instructor Khaled Zaky is also a Director of Product Management at the Royal Bank of Canada. He wanted to share his knowledge, so he started teaching aspiring product managers on evenings and weekends, online and in Toronto. Khaled tells us how he uses real examples from his job to help his BrainStation students understand product management concepts, helps stude...
Imogen Crispe
Updated April 03, 2019
Danielle started out in the creative field of journalism but lost her passion for writing in the process. After being laid off, she explored other career options and discovered BrainStation’s Toronto Web Development Diploma Program – a different creative outlet! She now works as a Full Stack Developer at Knockri, an AI startup dedicated to removing bias in the hiring process. Danielle tells us ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 20, 2019
Brynne’s background in the arts and visual design led her to the fashion industry, but she was ready to shift careers towards a more sustainable future. She decided to merge her creative background with her interest in psychology and pursue a career in UX design. Brynne enrolled in BrainStation’s three-month UX Design course in Toronto where she was able to apply her fashion background to her c...
Imogen Crispe
Updated December 14, 2018
As he was finishing his degree in Biotechnology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto, Nadim realized he wanted a more technical career. He tried sales, then heard that BrainStation was launching a Data Science Diploma Program in Toronto. As an international student from Lebanon, he was happy to find that BrainStation accepted international students and offered scholarships for re...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 10, 2018
As a newly minted PhD in anthropology, Kiersten faced the challenge of planning her next career move. She liked the idea of combining her research skills with designing useful products, so she enrolled in Brainstation’s online, part-time User Experience Design Course. We spoke to Kiersten about balancing a full-time job with the UX bootcamp, the crossovers between anthropology and UX design, an...
Imogen Crispe
Updated December 03, 2024
We read a lot of news about coding bootcamps in May 2018, so we chose the most interesting pieces, and we’re rounding it all up for you in this blog post and podcast! We look at yet another coding bootcamp acquisition, share many wonderful success stories about coding bootcamp graduates, touch on some partnerships between bootcamps and companies, and discuss the role of coding bootcamps in the ...
Imogen Crispe
Updated May 23, 2018
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Lauren Stewart
Updated March 19, 2018
After waitressing and earning a degree in graphic design, Maria was on a mission to find job security and utilize her skills. During her graphic design job search, she kept seeing “front end development” as a hot skill wanted by employers, so she decided to enroll in BrainStation’s Remote Web Development Program. Learn why Maria chose to learn online with BrainStation, how she stayed engaged an...
Lauren Stewart
Updated August 06, 2024
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Lauren Stewart
Updated December 14, 2017
New wave technology school, BrainStation launched a new full-time Remote Web Development Course in 2017 as part of a goal to empower one million people with digital skills by 2025. BrainStation Educator and professional software developer Jamie is involved in building the curriculum and figuring out how to make the online experience as successful as the on-campus experience. We asked Jamie how ...
Imogen Crispe
Updated September 28, 2017
Need a rundown of everything that happened in the coding bootcamp industry this September? You’re in luck! We’ve collected all the most important news in this blog post and podcast. This month, we kept up with the status of the bootcamp industry, learned about how bootcamps are thriving in smaller markets, and explored different ways to pay for bootcamp. Plus, we added 7 new schools from around...
Liz Eggleston
Updated September 05, 2017
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Liz Eggleston
Updated February 06, 2023
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Imogen Crispe
Updated January 08, 2018
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FAQ
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Find answers to the most-asked questions.
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. 2,338 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report — you should start there!
How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation courses cost up to $3,750 for AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person).
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (In-Person), AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person), AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online), AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person) and 6 more.
Where does BrainStation have campuses?
BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, New York City, and Toronto. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
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.
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,338 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.66 out of 5.
Can I read BrainStation reviews?
You can read 2,338 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.66 out of 5.
Is BrainStation accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. BrainStation doesn't yet share information about its accreditation status.