Designlab
Average Rating4.78
785 Reviews
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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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Jessy LiuUX Designer • Graduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineNov 07, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/AStructured, Flexible UI/UX Foundation
The UX Foundation course at Design Lab has a well-structured curriculum. It guides students through UI design knowledge, starting from the basics and gradually building up. With weekly mentor sessions and assignment reviews, the pace is manageable, and it's possible to complete the course ahead of schedule if you have the capability. My background in communication design made it easier for me to get started. The course helped me systematically review previously learned UI/UX concepts and...The UX Foundation course at Design Lab has a well-structured curriculum. It guides students through UI design knowledge, starting from the basics and gradually building up. With weekly mentor sessions and assignment reviews, the pace is manageable, and it's possible to complete the course ahead of schedule if you have the capability. My background in communication design made it easier for me to get started. The course helped me systematically review previously learned UI/UX concepts and get familiar with Figma, which I hadn’t used before. I recommend this course for those focused on a UI/UX career path, especially if they haven’t had a chance to study the field systematically before.- Chelsy EvonneGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineNov 06, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Amazing Experience!
I am new to online learning and I truly felt at ease with the way Designlab has set up their courses. Everything was easy to follow and understand. My mentor was great, Courtney. She really pushed me to put forward quality work. Designlab has been great throughout the course as well always answering any questions or concerns we may have. I learned ALOT in only 1 month. I now have the confidence to enter the UX Academy with the skills to succeed. They also offer key differentiators from o...I am new to online learning and I truly felt at ease with the way Designlab has set up their courses. Everything was easy to follow and understand. My mentor was great, Courtney. She really pushed me to put forward quality work. Designlab has been great throughout the course as well always answering any questions or concerns we may have. I learned ALOT in only 1 month. I now have the confidence to enter the UX Academy with the skills to succeed. They also offer key differentiators from other online courses. I know one of the biggest concerns when doing an online bootcamp is producing a "cookie cutter" portfolio. When moving on to the UX Academy after completing UXA Foundations, you have multiple choices as how to approach and form our portfolios. I am super excited about that. With the UXA Foundations course, I am pretty proficient with Figma now and really understand the UI process better than I ever did before. They even worked with me on paying for the course. It was incredibly flexible and I just can't thank them enough for all of the support they have given me so far. - Genevieve MathewsStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 29, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Really positive experience, well paced course with a great balance of theory and hands on practise. Lots of support available as well and easy to strike a balance with full time work when you find your flow.
I loved my time at Designlab. I thought the course was well paced and offered a great introduction to UX and UI design, especially with supporting theory to further your practical skills. My instructor was super helpful and offered great feedback on all my projects. - CindyStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 27, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great beginners course with 1:1 mentor sessions
As someone with no design experience, this is a great beginners course for UX Design! Learning and navigating Figma definitely had its challenges and frustrations (all the units took me longer than the projected time), but it can get a little easier as you move onto the the later units. Overall, this is a well-organized Foundations course, and I really appreciated the 1:1 mentor sessions. Having access to a mentor was one of the biggest selling points for me when I was researching differ...As someone with no design experience, this is a great beginners course for UX Design! Learning and navigating Figma definitely had its challenges and frustrations (all the units took me longer than the projected time), but it can get a little easier as you move onto the the later units. Overall, this is a well-organized Foundations course, and I really appreciated the 1:1 mentor sessions. Having access to a mentor was one of the biggest selling points for me when I was researching different online bootcamps. You will get out of the program what you put into it, so I'd recommend signing up for a Designlab info session first, trying Foundations before jumping into UX Academy, and then setting realistic expectations and goals for yourself as you go through the program. Doing a bootcamp with a full-time job isn't easy, so I also appreciated that the admissions team can and will offer extensions, if you need it. This Foundations program certainly gave me the knowledge and confidence I need to keep exploring a new career path in tech. - Jason ZhuStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 22, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great online bootcamp for UI/UX design learning
If you’re interested in switching your career to UI/UX design, Designlab is a great option. The Designlab program offers one-on-one mentorship, and the mentors are experienced in sharing their insights and opinions. Throughout the learning process, I was able to continuously gain experience and improve my design skills. - Ernesto OrtizStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 15, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Design lab stands out
This course was a comprehensive basics course to get started with figma and Ux/ui design. The course is well paced and gives you a ton of resources to review on your own time. The best part of it all, the mentor feedback. My mentor in particular, Diana Martinez, was outstanding and gave me the support I needed while also helping me learn as an individual. - Carly GiacoioGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 03, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Eye-opening, rewarding, and fun!
This course taught me so much about user interface, the psychology of a user, how to create responsive design, typography, and so much more. As a copywriter, I learned many skills applicable to my role. I cannot say enough good things. - Jennifer ArmholdGraduate • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineOct 02, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Feeling confident for career change
I am an independent artist that has been supplementing my income with service industry jobs for about a decade. I was recommended to take the Design Labs Online classes by a friend who found herself in a similar position of wanting to transition careers about a year ago and was able to do so with Designlabs online program. I am very pleased with the experience so far and found the courses to be well paced, informative and well designed in that they make learning new software (a notorious...I am an independent artist that has been supplementing my income with service industry jobs for about a decade. I was recommended to take the Design Labs Online classes by a friend who found herself in a similar position of wanting to transition careers about a year ago and was able to do so with Designlabs online program. I am very pleased with the experience so far and found the courses to be well paced, informative and well designed in that they make learning new software (a notoriously frustrating experience) manageable by breaking down information and tasks into digestible pieces. - Adam JosephStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 29, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Career pivot with Designlab
I chose to enroll in Design Lab to launch a career pivot. I enrolled in the UX Academy Foundations to learn the basics of UI, not fully knowing what to expect with an online course, as I work full time. I’ve absolutely loved it. Staff has been attentive with all questions, both academic wise and administratively. Mentors have been thorough, pushing me to really understand concept fully. The content is robust, and I often find myself excited to read each lesson and engage in the weekly pr...I chose to enroll in Design Lab to launch a career pivot. I enrolled in the UX Academy Foundations to learn the basics of UI, not fully knowing what to expect with an online course, as I work full time. I’ve absolutely loved it. Staff has been attentive with all questions, both academic wise and administratively. Mentors have been thorough, pushing me to really understand concept fully. The content is robust, and I often find myself excited to read each lesson and engage in the weekly projects. There are a few elements with Figma I wish they went over more thoroughly, as the recent Figma updates sometimes makes instructions harder to follow. But these are rare occurrences and I believe they will be addressed in the future.
Overall the course is wonderful and I fully intend to move on to additional classes with Design Lab. - Jason SinStudent • 1. UX Academy Foundations • OnlineSep 25, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good Course!
Designlab was an amazing experience! The hands-on projects and feedback from mentors helped me build real-world skills quickly. Highly recommend for anyone looking to break into UX/UI design! - MaximUX/UI Designer • Graduate • 4. Data-Driven Design • OnlineSep 03, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Solid & educational course
Over the summer months, I followed the Data-Driven Design course from Designlab to better understand how and when data can be integrated into my design processes. The course is built up into 6 units spread across 6 weeks. That can be demanding when you combine it with a full-time work schedule but the estimated hours per unit are accurate and the sessions can be planned when they suit you best.
I found the material interesting and diverse, it was not groundbreaking but the basics...Over the summer months, I followed the Data-Driven Design course from Designlab to better understand how and when data can be integrated into my design processes. The course is built up into 6 units spread across 6 weeks. That can be demanding when you combine it with a full-time work schedule but the estimated hours per unit are accurate and the sessions can be planned when they suit you best.
I found the material interesting and diverse, it was not groundbreaking but the basics were well explained, the exercises were challenging and educational, and the peer sessions helped answer the remaining questions. They were also ideal moments to work on presentation skills (with data and in general) with people from the same field. These sessions were also well hosted by a capable mentor. The mentorship stood out for me and was a big difference from previous courses I've taken. - Marcel HadderinghGraduate • 4. Data-Driven Design • OnlineSep 01, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great course by Designlab
Overall great course. It is nicely paced over a period of 6 weeks. There is the option to dive deeper into the weekly topics by extra reading materials. Every week you meet with your peer group and mentor. The asignments are challenging but doable. The course helped me feel more comfortable using data in my daily work.
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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 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. 785 Designlab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Designlab on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Designlab legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 785 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 785 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.
Is Designlab accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Designlab doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.