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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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  • Amanda Wright
    Amanda Wright
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 20, 2020
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    The best intro to UX!

     I originally signed up to take Design 101 so I can apply to UX Academy, but I was given the option to take their beta course UX Academy Foundations. I was nervous to take a new course, but it was the best decision I could have made. I learned so much and felt very confident about my skills when I started UX Academy. 
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  • Rhea
    Rhea
    Graduate • Online
    Nov 20, 2020
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    Design 101


    Pros: 
    Interesting content, lots of optional tasks, and reading ( I recommended doing them to get the best out of the course)
    Experienced mentors, 1:1 mentor sessions every week. 
    You are ready with a finished project at the end of the course

    Cons:
    A bit too much information to absorb within 4 weeks. Personally, would have liked another week at least. 


    Overall, a great course. I would highly recommend it to someone who wants to transition into UX or UI....
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  • Ana
    Ana
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 19, 2020
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    Great experience!

    I joined foundations to be better prepared to take the UXA bootcamp.

    PROS: The program is great! material is easy to follow and self-paced which was what I was looking for. Designlab's customer service is amazing! very friendly and very responsive. Having a mentor guide you is very helpful in the career developing process and decision-making.
     
    CONS: most of the learning materials they offer are articles and readings. Not much of videos or interaction learning. Depending on ...
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  • Florence Liu
    Florence Liu
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 19, 2020
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    Cohesive Overall Introduction to UX Design

    In this 8 week course through Designlab, I was able to receive a firm foundation in the principles of UX and UI design. Each week we covered specific topics that ranged from visual design, usability principles, Gestalt principles, color, typography, etc. Between lessons we would also have specific mini projects of design briefs to practice the principles we had learned. We had the opportunity to design for mobile, web, and even responsive web design. My favorite part of the course was th...
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  • Srujana Puttreddy
    Srujana Puttreddy
    Student • 2. UX Academy (Part-time) • Online
    Nov 18, 2020
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    Well rounded UX/UI Course that helps you gain the skills you need to transition to a full time role in the industry

    UX Academy is a very well structured course that helps you gain the foundational skills you need to work in the UX/UI field.  
    I learned not only design skills, but also how to conduct research, and how to give and receive feedback ( which is critical to working on a design team). In addition, I learned how to iterate quickly, and learned how to justify my decision decisions ( important when collaborating with  and managing stakeholders) and how to present my design process. 

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  • Joanna
    Joanna
    UX Designer • Graduate • 2. UX Academy (Part-time) • Online
    Nov 18, 2020
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    UX Designer

    I really enjoyed the UX Academy. I have learned a lot in a very practical way. I like the studying system that allowed me quickly to practise my learnings. A great help and support were also mentoring sessions and group crits. It gave me a chance to work and create with wonderful people from all around the world.
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  • Pablo Aymar
    Pablo Aymar
    Graphic Designer • Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 17, 2020
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    UX Foundations

    There are many pros to this course, one of which is the mentorship along the way. Having someone in the field to speak to weekly helped me understand what I was getting myself into. The curriculum gets harder as you go, which is excellent. I think the only personal con was not hearing about the course earlier. I was always skeptical about these online courses, but after seeing first hand how much it benefited a friend, I had to try it. I would recommend this course to anyone interested i...
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  • Kevin Chang
    Kevin Chang
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 17, 2020
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    Great starting point

    I was contemplating making a career switch for a long time and Designlab's UX Academy Foundations was the perfect way to get my feet wet at a very affordable price. There are so many bootcamps out there today but a lot of them don't offer any intro course before the full thing. 

    I have no design background so it was really nice to have a structured curriculum that I could work on at my own pace while maintaining a job. Although a lot of the information could be found for free if y...
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  • Anton Lebedev
    Anton Lebedev
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 17, 2020
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    From absolute zero to a strong foundation

    It was a fantastic journey! I always inclined towards creativity my whole life but somehow I wasn't sure that I am actually capable of working with design elements. Thanks to the Designlab program, during a couple of months with weekly 1 on 1 sessions with my incredible mentor I've received a strong basic skills to continue in the UX Designlab Academy as a full time student. I continue to learn the subject and feel that my skills are growing every day. The Designlab is not only about har...
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  • Amy
    Amy
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 17, 2020
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    Take this course!

    I graduated Foundations a few months ago, and it becomes more and more clear over time just how valuable the course was for me. It's meant to be a prerequisite for Designlab's full UX Bootcamp (UX Academy, which I enrolled in immediately after completing Foundations), but I also think it's a great stand alone course for anyone looking to develop or level up their visual design skills. I think the most valuable part of Designlab's courses is their mentor support - every week you have an h...
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  • Gabriel D.
    Gabriel D.
    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 16, 2020
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    UX Academy Foundations

    This course prepped me tremendously for my UX Academy run. I had 0 experience going into the program and quickly learned the necessary tools to jump right into the full UX Academy course. If I could change anything, it would be the recommended hours. The recommended time for part-time assumes perfection. I had to spend more time than allotted or rush through assignments to remain on task while working a full time job. 
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  • Sendy Higuero Jimenez
    Sendy Higuero Jimenez
    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Nov 15, 2020
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    UX Academy Foundations

    I took the 8-week UX Academy Foundations course at Designlab back in June of this year and I truly suggest anyone thinking of going into UX Design, who does not have any design experience, to take this course. I had no design experience and this course truly gave me the foundation and tools of all the basics that encompass User experience design. Now I am taking the UX Design Academy course at Designlab and I felt prepared to start the course due to all that I learned during the Foundati...
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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 $8,499. 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 8 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. 813 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Designlab legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 813 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab and rate their overall experience a 4.77 out of 5.

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