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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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  • Ashley Zhong
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 30, 2021
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    Great UI Design Crash Course

    UX Academy Foundations is a great UI Design crash course. You get to learn and complete several activities every unit on UI design principles and basic visual design principles. Not only have I learned a great deal, but I also gained  expertise in a couple standard industry tools. I would highly recommend this course to anyone trying to learn the basics of design and get their feet wet. 
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  • Natsuki
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 10, 2021
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    Good content, but communication issues.

     Overall, the program is very practical and I was excited to work on the projects. My mentor worked hard and gave me detailed feedback. She was also responsive and did a good job of answering my questions. However, I also had some issues.  I was planning to finish the course in 4 weeks to get ready for the UX Academy program, and I answered that in the survey before I started the foundation course. I expected that my mentor would know that I only had 4 weeks as a re...
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  • Jasmine Lee
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    Designer • Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 08, 2021
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    The mentorship is key to DesignLab's success

    I highly recommend the foundations course at DesignLab. I felt that the course material and projects were really engaging and helpful for me to solidify design principles prior to enrolling to the UX academy. In my opinion, the mentorship aspect is key to DesignLab's success. I always felt that I had a resource and friend throughout the process. No regrets!
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  • Victoria
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 07, 2021
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    This bootcamp was definitely an enjoyable and fun way of learning Ux/ui design and will continue to the next step.
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  • Kristine Lin
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Jun 02, 2021
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    Highly Recommend and very hands-on courses to learn UI/UX Design!

    I'd highly recommend the UX Foundations course (don't let the name fool you.) It does teach the basics, but they have great exercises that help you practice what you're learning and unleash a little bit of your own creativity. When I started UX Foundations, I was balancing a full-time job and the course. Although I fell a little behind due to my job's demanding schedule, everyone in the Designlab community was very supportive. The units in UX Foundations course was a good mix of lessons ...
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  • Kelly
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    Graduate • 3. UX Academy (Full-time) • Online
    Apr 29, 2021
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    UX Academy

    I was very hesitant to pay for a bootcamp but I'm glad I did. DesignLab incorporates a lot of interactive learning features that made it worth it for me -- especially the 1:1 mentor sessions and the weekly group crits. I feel like I really lucked out with a great mentor who cared a lot about my development and success (I did have to request a mentor switch because my first mentor and I were not a great match) and there are so many group crit facilitators who have a wealth of knowledge an...
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  • Josh Z
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    Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Apr 05, 2021
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    Real Estate Sales

    I really enjoyed this intro course because it was very project based and allowed me to meet with a mentor once a week to discuss my progress and go over my project revisions as well as asks questions. Coming from no visual design background, I had the time to learn Figma during this course. At times I felt like I would have liked a bit of more text or video to watch in addition to the projects, but I felt like the pace was good overall. The final project was a good way of wrapping up eve...
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  • Ebony Metters
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 11, 2021
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    Great Entry level Program

    This program really has got me prepared to continue a career in design, and had made me even more excited. The platform is easy to use and the course material is relevant and was really helpful. They also paired me with an awesome mentor who was always available and gave great feedback. I really had a great experience, and can’t wait for my next course with Designlab. 
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  • Joanna
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    1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Mar 09, 2021
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    This course provided a lot of resources for me and a great mentor which made the learning experience very enjoyable. The mentor session provided an interactive and engaging element to the course. The projects allowed for a creative outlet for me to translate all the materials they've provided. Additionally, the course site was a very user-friendly and incorporated a lot of the things we learned. 
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  • Andrew Hartvigsen
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    Visual Merchandising Manager • Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Feb 12, 2021
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    UX Academy Foundations

    I did not have UX/UI design experience. I was very impressed with the thorough training, the quality of the curriculum and the additional guidance I received in my mentor sessions. The course content is broken down into achievable goals/milestones, and I received helpful and specific feedback on my work (from my mentor). I also especially enjoyed talking with my mentor to learn about real-life applications of my work in the UX/UI field. 
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  • Jeannette
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    Student • 1. UX Academy Foundations • Online
    Feb 12, 2021
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    UX Academy Foundations

    As someone who does not have a background in design, this was a great introduction/foundational course. The curriculum reading material was very clear and fun to read, and the projects were a great way to put learnings to practice. 
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  • Janki B
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    Student • Graduate • 4. Design 101 • Online
    Jan 13, 2021
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    An Incredible School!

     DesignLab is an amazing school! I was looking for an introduction course into UX Design before proceeding to a full-time program and this program not only made me fall in love with the industry even more, but I feel as though it boosted my confidence transitioning into a new career path. I was stuck between DesignLab and a dew other schools, but what sold me is that with DesignLab. You work one-on-one with a mentor who is experienced in the industry and prepares you for what lies ahead....
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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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How much does Designlab cost?

Designlab costs around $7,749. On the lower end, some Designlab courses like 9. Design 101 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. 775 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Designlab legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 775 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab and rate their overall experience a 4.77 out of 5.

Does Designlab offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

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You can read 775 reviews of Designlab on Course Report! Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab and rate their overall experience a 4.77 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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