BrainStation
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.
2,327 BrainStation Reviews
Hannah C.Graduate • Web Development Bootcamp • TorontoNov 11, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceCareer Never Got Going
It has been 2 years since I graduated Brainstation's Full TIme Web Development program and I can say definitevely after 2 years that it was a mistake to attend. I was able to get a part time job based on the Career support they provided but ultimately was told by the employer that it was never going to be a full time role. From there, I did a heavy amount of job hunting, but companies don't have a lot of respect for Brainstation graduates it turns out. I was told there was a big difference...
It has been 2 years since I graduated Brainstation's Full TIme Web Development program and I can say definitevely after 2 years that it was a mistake to attend. I was able to get a part time job based on the Career support they provided but ultimately was told by the employer that it was never going to be a full time role. From there, I did a heavy amount of job hunting, but companies don't have a lot of respect for Brainstation graduates it turns out. I was told there was a big difference between Brainstation grads and grads from schools like Lighthouse Labs, and it led me to talking to other graduates from other Brainstation cohorts and realizing that many other grads were in my situation. We evenstarted a group called BS education to help eachother and we now have over 40 graduates all of which have had a tough time getting jobs and needing to take more courses to become more employable.
The curriculum at the time seemed to lack of a lot of depth and just touch on topics. The teachers are actually great, and I know grads of other programs of theirs have done quite well, but at this point the web development program is known as a weaker curriculum than almost any other one.
I chose to write this review because I saw that BS came out with an job report and while the 88% rate they boast for the program sounds great, it includes people getting jobs that have nothing to do with development and part time jobs as well. I didn't appreciate what I felt was misinformation and so decided to write a review on here after hearing that this is where a lot of bootcamp students make the choice of joining.
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Student Experience Team
Dec 05, 2018
Hi Hannah,
Thanks for sharing your review of BrainStation, we appreciate the feedback.
As you mentioned, every year we release a BrainStation Outcomes Report, which is a review of employment outcomes for our full-time graduates. While the 88 percent graduate employment rate for Web Development is based on all industries of employment, we also include the employment rate within the relevant field of study, which is 85% for our full-time Web Development program. In the interest of transparency we also have an Outcomes Report Data & Methodology page which we urge potential new students to read.
We’re happy to hear that the career support did help you find part-time work, however we understand that our students priority is to find full-time positions. This is why we’ve created our Career support program, offering students the opportunity to take part in mock interviews, network with industry professionals, and present their portfolio to our corporate hiring partners at Demo Day.
Please feel free to reach out to the Toronto Student Experience team at contact@brainstation.io for more information on how we can offer you continued career support.- S MahapatraCo-founder • Graduate • User Experience Design Course • VancouverNov 08, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great intro to UX @ Brainstation NYC
I took the four day accelerated User Experience course at Brainstation NYC, and came away impresed by the knowledge and practical experience I gained in that short period of time. Eduardo was an experienced and engaging instructor, and I appreciated how the curriculum balanced conveying theoretical concepts and helping us develop real skills by introducing us to industry tools and applying them to a capstone project.
The campus itself occupies a gorgeous space in Soho, and the su...
I took the four day accelerated User Experience course at Brainstation NYC, and came away impresed by the knowledge and practical experience I gained in that short period of time. Eduardo was an experienced and engaging instructor, and I appreciated how the curriculum balanced conveying theoretical concepts and helping us develop real skills by introducing us to industry tools and applying them to a capstone project.
The campus itself occupies a gorgeous space in Soho, and the support and onboarding teams were incredibly friendly and responsive to our needs. Coming into the program with a background in business, I'm excited to put my experience to work right away as I spec and design the MVP for a new venture.
- Monica MTDB Administrator/Data Analyst, Toronto Birth Centre • Graduate • Data Analytics Course • OnlineNov 06, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Analysis
I recently took the 4-day intensive course online for Data Analytics and overall was quite happy with the experience. I found the instructor/s were knowledable about the course content and were able to customize the lesson based on what our group wanted extra learning from.
The curriculm itself was good, but I think the organization of the information could have been better - we covered basic rules of data presentations toward the end when I really felt like we should have cover...I recently took the 4-day intensive course online for Data Analytics and overall was quite happy with the experience. I found the instructor/s were knowledable about the course content and were able to customize the lesson based on what our group wanted extra learning from.
The curriculm itself was good, but I think the organization of the information could have been better - we covered basic rules of data presentations toward the end when I really felt like we should have covered that at the beginning before diving into SQL, Tableau, and Advanced Excel. That said it served as a bit of a brain break (for me anyway). The datasets we used in practice were real and I appreciated that we were given time to explore those datasets to query meaningful data from them. When you sign up they give you a pre-course assignment to get your brain in the right headspace for the class and I felt well supported by the staff and instructors before and during the course. I have access to the materials for at least 6 months afterward so if I want to run more practice on the datasets, I can noodle. Brainstation also offers discounts for alumni for future course offerings and scholarships.
My only complaint is I wish they had given us a list of software to download ahead of time for the online course - luckily I have permissions to download onto my work computer but I could see this could be an issue with other students in future. That said, we had online access to a MySQL so we could get started without downloading soaftware.
Overall, I loved the course and feel confident in my ability to apply these skills in my current position today and for future job opportunities. - TommySoftware Enginner / Teaching Assistant • Graduate • Full Stack Web Development - Wyncode • MiamiNov 05, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Wyncode - MIA - C26
Wyncode has been one of the best experiences of my life. Whether it be the curriculum, the instructors, the staff, or the job support. Wyncode excels at delivering on it's promise to their students. As a graduate of the University of Miami's School of Business, I can say that a standard 4-year degree is indeed valuable, however it definitely did not prepare me for the job search / experience post graduation. But at Wyncode, I was able to learn the pratical skills needed to land myself a f...
Wyncode has been one of the best experiences of my life. Whether it be the curriculum, the instructors, the staff, or the job support. Wyncode excels at delivering on it's promise to their students. As a graduate of the University of Miami's School of Business, I can say that a standard 4-year degree is indeed valuable, however it definitely did not prepare me for the job search / experience post graduation. But at Wyncode, I was able to learn the pratical skills needed to land myself a full-time position in just a matter of 10 weeks. Coding experience or not, it doesn't matter, Wyncode has tailored their curriculum so that even beginners will be able to grasp and understand the material readily.
Even after graduating from Wyncode, I still recieved continual support from the staff. As I was applying to jobs and meeting with their hiring partners, several instructors made sure to prep me for each respective interview so that I was fully prepared for what i'd be walking into. I loved the program, I would reccomend to anyone / everyone with a desire to grow and dedication torwards learning.
- Lara EStudent • Product Management Course • TorontoOct 30, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Product Management
As a complete stranger to Product Management, I found this couse to be extremely insightful and engaging. The instructors, Andy and Khalid, are approachable, friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to make an entry into Product Managment or refine their knowledge.
- RachelleUX/UI Designer • Graduate • UX/UI Immersive - Wyncode • MiamiOct 28, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX UI Designer
My time at Wyncode gave me the skills and confidence I needed to pursue a new career path - and succeed in finding work soon after graduation. The entire Wyncode experience is amazing - from the incredibly devoted staff to the awesome setting of being in Wynwood. I 100% recommend this school!
- Rumen TodorovGraduate • Full Stack Web Development - Wyncode • MiamiOct 19, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Proud full stack web developer
Wyncode is great! Best decision I've ever made. The team is very supportive and always available and approachable. They are just great. I'm now happy to be a part of the Wynfamily. Gratitude to all!
- ArielStudent • Student • Full Stack Web Development - Wyncode • MiamiOct 19, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Coding boot camp
Awesome course
- Lane NgoUX/UI Designer • Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • New York CityOct 17, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Yes to all of the above.
Did you learn a lot?
Was it hard?
Did you get a job after?
Are you happy you made the switch?
My answer: Yes to all of the above.
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Who am I? I’m an artist turned designer. I took this course because I felt a plat...
Did you learn a lot?
Was it hard?
Did you get a job after?
Are you happy you made the switch?
My answer: Yes to all of the above.
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Who am I? I’m an artist turned designer. I took this course because I felt a plateau in my previous career as background artist in TV animation.
Bootcamps are tough--not for the lazy or faint of heart. There is no way I could have learned all of that on my own, and guess what? There’s more to learn after the program. That’s understood for every good career, and that’s how you avoid plateaus. Honestly, the program is a blend of Product Management, UX, and UI. Brainstation sets you up with a strong foundation in strategy and design thinking. My only critique is that we did not get to collaborate with the full-time web development students and do proper dev-hand off, which is such a vital part of UI.
After the program, I got a few offers, a lot of rejections, and some “not looking now, maybe later” responses. Teddy Prosser, the career advisor, has been a tremendous help and is the reason why I have my current job in UX/UI. He has exceeded my expectations and has been a tremendous resource of support. Contrastingly, my career advisor from art school has not accepted my LinkedIn connection requests. At a school where I received top marks and was included in the top graduate showcase, I was just a number. The small class sizes at Brainstation allow for individualized attention. Teddy continued to check up on my job performance, asked if I was looking for more opportunities, and offered suggestions for my portfolio. He didn’t have to do all of this, but he did, and I am so thankful.
Those who have a creative visual background like me had an easier time with UI, and it’s a huge plus. There’s a growing demand for it in Vancouver, and there are not a lot of UX only positions anymore. If you don’t come from a creative background but are passionate about design, keep working on it--it takes time, practice, and patience. In the ups and downs, always know that you will have support from your fellow alumni. Sometimes you just need that one “yes,” and if you put in the work and have a good mindset, you’ll get to where you want to be.
You can find examples of Brainstation projects and beyond at www.lanengo.com. Feel free to contact me if you have any more questions!
- Clara KohnUX Designer • Student • UX/UI Immersive - Wyncode • MiamiOct 09, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I learned a lot.
I really enjoyed my Wyncode experience. The teacher is very knowledgeable, approachable and patient. You really get what you put into it like most education programs. I immersed myself in the program and dedicated my life to the bootcamp for those 8 weeks. In doing that I got the most out of the teacher, guest speakers and my peers. I will say that related previous careers like design, psychology, information architecture, software development, etc will help you out a lot more than if you ...
I really enjoyed my Wyncode experience. The teacher is very knowledgeable, approachable and patient. You really get what you put into it like most education programs. I immersed myself in the program and dedicated my life to the bootcamp for those 8 weeks. In doing that I got the most out of the teacher, guest speakers and my peers. I will say that related previous careers like design, psychology, information architecture, software development, etc will help you out a lot more than if you have no related previous experience. The only bad thing I can say about the program is that it's marketed as a education-to-hire, and this is not the case. There's no guaranteed job at the end of the program. You have to work and network in order to get a job in a new industry (if that's the case), but it's the same concept as in the program itself, you have to work hard and be passionate about it.
- Mohamed NazimWeb Developer • Student • Full Stack Web Development - Wyncode • MiamiSep 20, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Full Stack Web Development Program
Wyncode is the best bootcamp in South Florida!!! I visited other competing bootcamps and I can tell you that Wyncode has the best teaching staff and everyone is super friendly. I did their full stack program and after graduation I found a job through their hiring connections right away. The skills that you gain are incredable and you will always feel challenged, no matter what skill level you start with. Wyncode is absolutely the best and they have the biggest network of South Florida!
- Kate RyanMarketing and Communications Specialist • Graduate • Digital Marketing • TorontoSep 10, 2018Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great experience - instructors and their real word experience make it invaluable
I wrapped up a 5 week Digital Marketing course at BrainStation at the end of August. I was truly impressed. In 5 weeks (two evenings a week), we touched on every aspect of digital marketing that you would want to know in today's day and age. I took the course as a compliment to a recent career move. I felt like I didn't have the information I needed when sitting in meetings listening to metrics or campaign strategies. BrainStation gave me the tools I needed to understand the basics of digi...
I wrapped up a 5 week Digital Marketing course at BrainStation at the end of August. I was truly impressed. In 5 weeks (two evenings a week), we touched on every aspect of digital marketing that you would want to know in today's day and age. I took the course as a compliment to a recent career move. I felt like I didn't have the information I needed when sitting in meetings listening to metrics or campaign strategies. BrainStation gave me the tools I needed to understand the basics of digital marketing, and then the curiosity to go learn a bit more on my own. I will say that the format of two evenings a week does make for a very busy week - I might recommend the 10 week once a week format. The instructors were top notch and the most valuable part of the course came from their own anecdotes and experiences. Would recommend this to anyone who is looking to navigate digital marketing for their own start up business venture or if you simply want to be more well versed in your current role.
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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, Data Analytics Course, Data Analytics Course Online, Data Science Bootcamp and 26 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. 2,327 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,327 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?
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.
Can I read BrainStation reviews?
You can read 2,327 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.
Is BrainStation accredited?
PBSS - New York, United States, CIE - Florida, United States, PCC - Ontario, Canada, PTIB - British Columbia, Canada