BrainStation
Average Rating4.66
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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.
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Cara LinehanStudent • Social Media Marketing • TorontoVerified by LinkedInJun 27, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/Avery knowledgable
Thoroughly enjoyed the course with Fran and Tori. They were very clear on all aspects of the course. Learned a good amount of strategy that I can now imply into my daily work routine. Will definitely help me in the field of work I am in. The course was laid out very well and all aspects were covered to a good time and standard.- Alesia SalvatierraMarketing Manager • Student • Digital Marketing Course • MiamiVerified by LinkedInJun 27, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Digital Marketing at Brain Station
I highly recommend the digital marketing course I attended. It was an excellent learning experience that equipped me with a wealth of knowledge. The instructors were exceptional, providing real-time examples based on their extensive professional experiences, which greatly enhanced the learning process. - Benjahmin KoenigsbergFront End Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Bootcamp • New York CityVerified by LinkedInJun 26, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
My overall very positive experience graduating BrainStation's software engineering bootcamp
Why I chose BrainStation
9 months ago, I began my career transition into software engineering and before that, knew basically nothing about coding, bootcamps or getting a job in tech. I chose to attend BrainStation because they had an in-person campus in New York City and was really impressed with their facility and their brand image / presentation. I had attended a few of their free and open to the public panel discussions about breaking into tech and was impres...Why I chose BrainStation
9 months ago, I began my career transition into software engineering and before that, knew basically nothing about coding, bootcamps or getting a job in tech. I chose to attend BrainStation because they had an in-person campus in New York City and was really impressed with their facility and their brand image / presentation. I had attended a few of their free and open to the public panel discussions about breaking into tech and was impressed. I noticed the friendly staff there to greet me, the cleanliness of the bathrooms and facilities, the aesthetics and design layout of the classrooms (big open space, high ceilings, exposed brick, cool books and sitting areas scattered around, big windows with great views of the city ) the professionalism of the event to start on time, quality of panelists and questions asked by the moderator. In addition, I was relieved that BrainStation did not have a very difficult entry exam or 'cut throat' coding challenges like Codesmith and App Academy. Although BrainStation does require a passing grade, I believed their grading metrics to be based on project completion rather than on the spot, timed algorithm tests.
The Pros
I got along really well with everyone in my cohort and only had 9 people in our class! It was great to have a lot of open classroom ours each day and week to have ample time to sit one on one with my TA or instructor to ask questions and get help putting the lessons and homework into action. I really liked that the learning is project based, meaning each week we had either a new project or a revision of an existing project to apply what we learning in lectures and labs.
I also really loved all the professional speakers they brought in to speak to our class. I got to listen to some great presentation from developers who were bootcamp grads or passionate about giving back to emerging devs. BrainStation puts a lot of emphasis on the networking and professional development aspect of getting a job in tech, which I see now more than before, as super crucial! I wish I had understood earlier that getting a job is more about being confident and who you know vs. being proficient in a technical skill. I really appreciate the career development workshops that we got through out our program, for example, on LinkedIn branding, resume building and learning how to talk about transferable skills confidently and clearly.
We also as students had a great opportunity to do a hackathon, for my cohort it was Spotify. Because BrainStation has a Data Science and UX/UI design program in the same campus, we got to collaborate for this hackathon, so it was great to work closer with them and learn about other tech disciplines.
Since I graduated several months ago, I have been happy with the support from the career services team and also being able to connect with other Brain Station alumni and get feedback on resume, LinkedIn messages and more general guidance
The cost of BrainStation was comparable or even a little less than other bootcamps I was looking at.
Since its my only bootcamp experience, I can't say if others do better at placing graduates in jobs, but I believe beyond any bootcamp it takes a lot of being proactive to network, being confident, learning interview skills, etc to get a job. I am glad BrainStation emphasis these things a lot through out
The cons
I feel like the program is more of a front end developer or React.js program. I think it is hard to learn so much in 3 months no matter what bootcamp it is or what skill sets, although we spent less time on back end technologies compared to front end. We also barely touched on things like data structures, testing, deployment and didn't touch at all mobile development, UX/UI design or other languages. Perhaps if there were more prerequisites for enrolling, we could have started in with more advanced topics rather than basic HTML, CSS and JavaScript. If you already have an understanding of web development or javascript, the first several weeks or month, may just be a review for you, as their program is intended for people with almost no prior experience.
I would have liked to have more projects for my portfolio when graduating. Although we worked on projects throughout to learn, other than the final project, they are not really portfolio worthy or unique. I also was disappointed that the first two weeks of school are remote, learning HTML and CSS on zoom with lots of other students, so only 10 weeks in person. - Joshua MannStudent • Student • Web Development Bootcamp • VancouverVerified by GitHubJun 21, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great experience.
BrainStation has been a great experience, I have learned so much and thrived in the fast paced environment. The projects are all real world scenarios and great instructors with a deep knowledge of the subjects. - Alanna RogersBrand Development • StudentVerified by LinkedInJun 19, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Informative, Relevant, and Useful
I thoroughly enjoyed the Marketing Leadership course at Brainstation. It was exactly what I needed at this point in my business, where I am ready to scale but could use a little professional development help to get me there. Everything we covered was relevant to my industry and we covered a wide breadth of information. I enjoyed my classmates and the instructor was engaging, helpful, and kept us moving at a great pace. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone looking for some ...I thoroughly enjoyed the Marketing Leadership course at Brainstation. It was exactly what I needed at this point in my business, where I am ready to scale but could use a little professional development help to get me there. Everything we covered was relevant to my industry and we covered a wide breadth of information. I enjoyed my classmates and the instructor was engaging, helpful, and kept us moving at a great pace. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone looking for some help scaling their career or company. - Ala Al-EbiStudent • Software Engineering Bootcamp • TorontoVerified by LinkedInJun 19, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great experience for those eager to learn
My experience was positive and I felt that I have taken the right step studying here. The curriculum was somehow fast paced but that meant that I needed to dedicate more time towards self-learning, practicing and improving my skills, and when I did give more time, I felt the improvement in my comprehension of topics that I have not thought I will be able to have proficiency at. I recommend this bootcamp for everyone who loves to learn and challenge themselves and who can dedicate time an...My experience was positive and I felt that I have taken the right step studying here. The curriculum was somehow fast paced but that meant that I needed to dedicate more time towards self-learning, practicing and improving my skills, and when I did give more time, I felt the improvement in my comprehension of topics that I have not thought I will be able to have proficiency at. I recommend this bootcamp for everyone who loves to learn and challenge themselves and who can dedicate time and effort towards their learning and self-improvement. Want to learn and have the will power to work hard, then look no further. Instructors are knowledgeable and supportive, the individual and collaborative projects are great, and the curriculum is good. - Luke NutkinsDirector of Operations • Student • Product Management Course • LondonVerified by LinkedInJun 18, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
8 Week Product Management Bootcamp
The time I spent with my cohort and course tutors at Brainstation, as well as the content covered, was top drawer. I'm already implementing aspects of what I learned in my own role/organisation with great success.
The course exceeded my expectations - and they were already high, as I have several colleagues who have completed bootcamps at BrainStation in the past.
I highly recommend Brainstation for anyone looking for an engaging, and broad, crash course ...The time I spent with my cohort and course tutors at Brainstation, as well as the content covered, was top drawer. I'm already implementing aspects of what I learned in my own role/organisation with great success.
The course exceeded my expectations - and they were already high, as I have several colleagues who have completed bootcamps at BrainStation in the past.
I highly recommend Brainstation for anyone looking for an engaging, and broad, crash course into product management. - Uche MbagwuSenior Designer - Digital and Print • Graduate • Design Leadership Course Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
An Amazing Experience
This course introduced me to the world of Design Leadership and how to become a leader. To be able to take the course at my own pace was an amazing experience. I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my design leadership course to all my projects. It has also encouraged me to explore more in this field and challenge my design thinking on how it affects business goals. The tutors were good design leaders with so much design experience, which was helpful throughout this ...This course introduced me to the world of Design Leadership and how to become a leader. To be able to take the course at my own pace was an amazing experience. I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my design leadership course to all my projects. It has also encouraged me to explore more in this field and challenge my design thinking on how it affects business goals. The tutors were good design leaders with so much design experience, which was helpful throughout this course. - Mykyta KondratievApplicant • Data Science Bootcamp • VancouverVerified by LinkedInJun 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Unprofessional and indifferent attitude
I had scheduled call for specific time. After 15 min waiting for learning advisor he messaged me that he will be ready in 5 min and after waiting additional 10 min he did not show up. I scheduled a call for next day and he was late for 30min! Then he rescheduled call for another 15 min and started to call me and drop the call. After 50 min we finally connected and he behaved like nothing happened and it was normal. After telling him that he behaved unprofessionally he dropped the call. T...I had scheduled call for specific time. After 15 min waiting for learning advisor he messaged me that he will be ready in 5 min and after waiting additional 10 min he did not show up. I scheduled a call for next day and he was late for 30min! Then he rescheduled call for another 15 min and started to call me and drop the call. After 50 min we finally connected and he behaved like nothing happened and it was normal. After telling him that he behaved unprofessionally he dropped the call. That my experience with BrainStation. If they do not have punctual customer-oriented personal I can only guess what is that company about. - Gustavo A RabinesFounder and Entrepreneur • Graduate • MiamiVerified by LinkedInJun 16, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT ON STEROIDS
I approached the class with doubts since it had been a while since my last time in a classroom. Fortunately, the class was super dynamic and full of real-life examples, keeping me engaged. The opportunity to view different points of view from fellow students from different areas of expertise was a bonus. I'm already looking forward to my next class and hope to have another instructor as fun and knowledgeable as the one from this class. - KishiStudent • User Experience Design Course • VancouverVerified by LinkedInJun 15, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Awesome learning experience
I had an awesome learning experience with UX Brain Station. The instructor delivered the class very clear. By the end of the course, I learned all the basic knowledge of UX and is able to create a prototype for an app using Figma. - Christian SierraSoftware Product Analyst • Graduate • MiamiVerified by LinkedInJun 14, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great Part Time Course
Overall great part time course. I’ve learned a lot about product management and it’s helped me a lot in my job. The part time course is well designed as to not be overwhelming for those with full time jobs.
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BrainStation Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 2,000+ BrainStation alumni reviews on Course Report, students often highlight the quality of the curriculum, experienced instructors, and effective career support services. Particularly, the Full-Time Software Engineering and Data Science Bootcamps are frequently commended. One reviewer says, "The program was challenging but extremely rewarding, offering real-world projects that truly enhanced my skills." However, some students noted the high cost of courses as a consideration.
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FAQs
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, Cybersecurity Bootcamp Online, Cybersecurity Course Online, Data Analytics Course and 29 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. 2,294 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,294 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.
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You can read 2,294 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.
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PBSS - New York, United States, CIE - Florida, United States, PCC - Ontario, Canada, PTIB - British Columbia, Canada