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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ndidi obinwanneGraduate • Web Development Course Online • OnlineVerified by GitHubNov 06, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceA life-changing experience
The BrainStation Software Engineering bootcamp has been a life changing experience. The courses were detailed, relevant and very hands-on. It is quite intensive but I'm glad I took the chance even when I didn't think I would make it. The Educators, TAs and Career Success team are very experienced, knowledgeable and supportive individuals who helped me along and got me job-market ready.- Fernando LadeiraExperience Manager • Student • Data Analytics Course • MiamiVerified by LinkedInOct 30, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Manipulating Data is Not So Complicated
Data Analytics was always something I avoided touching in my career as it always sounded very complicated and I always had a team who could assist me getting reports without getting my hands dirty. Finally, I decided to face my fears and joined this classed hosted by BrainStation. After a few weeks, I have to say my perspective changed completely. Spending time with 2 professionals in the area and learning how to analyze data made me realize this can actually be fun! You can learn a lot ...Data Analytics was always something I avoided touching in my career as it always sounded very complicated and I always had a team who could assist me getting reports without getting my hands dirty. Finally, I decided to face my fears and joined this classed hosted by BrainStation. After a few weeks, I have to say my perspective changed completely. Spending time with 2 professionals in the area and learning how to analyze data made me realize this can actually be fun! You can learn a lot about your processes, customers, and opportunities by simply going over your own information. Now I don't feel worry anymore to play with data in Excel, mySQL, Tableau or other similar tools. Thanks BrainStation for enlightening my career with a brand new and useful skill! - DAMION C JAMESDigital Marketing Manager • Graduate • Digital Marketing Course • MiamiVerified by LinkedInOct 09, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Broadening my horizons couldn't be so much fun!
I had an amazing time learning this course. The instructor was amazing and very knowledgeable to help us better to understand how to achieve success in digital marketing campaigns. He guided us towards creating compelling analysis and to detect where brands can find opportunities for growth using paid advertising and optimizations to improve online reputation. I left with much better knowledge than I did before. - Genesis Elias-WilsonGraduate • Software Engineering Bootcamp • New York CityVerified by LinkedInOct 08, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Rigorous, Supportive, Rewarding
My time at Brainstation was one of great difficulty and great learning. I was a student of the full-time, 3-month software engineering cohort of the bootcamp in New York City. I engaged the material with very little background in coding, professionally or personally, but I committed the full extent of my discipline because that is what the depth and breadth of the content of the bootcamp demanded of me. My instructors, Matt Meyer and Eli Boninger, provided generous support along the way ...My time at Brainstation was one of great difficulty and great learning. I was a student of the full-time, 3-month software engineering cohort of the bootcamp in New York City. I engaged the material with very little background in coding, professionally or personally, but I committed the full extent of my discipline because that is what the depth and breadth of the content of the bootcamp demanded of me. My instructors, Matt Meyer and Eli Boninger, provided generous support along the way both in and out of class, during the week and even on weekends. This dedication Brainstation had for us reflected the dedication they demanded of us in order to reach the skills expected of us by the end of the bootcamp. So dedicated is Brainstation to our success, that it felt to me like the choice of instructors was intentionally designed to cater to different learning styles. Eli gave excellent lectures at a brisk pace, providing us with an understanding of the material which was easy to recall in short notes. Matt, on the other hand, was a fantastic resource for in-the-moment digression on lecture topics to gain a full understanding ahead of lab assignments. They both ensured their availability to assist with gaps in understanding regardless of their teaching styles, but they also maintained a healthy boundary on their help so as to make sure we can independently solve problems as we learned new material -- and if not independently, then with our classmates. Our class developed a strong sense of comradery, and we were proud to see each other's work upon the presentation of our capstones.
I am now engaged in their robust post-graduation career search program which involves bi-weekly meetings to check-in on progress, and expects weekly updates on our week-to-week goals in terms of both career searching (via networking and job applications) as well as the further development of our skills as software engineers. I am confident in the support, and look forward to a great entry to my new career. - Angelo YapGraduate • Web Development Bootcamp • VancouverVerified by LinkedInSep 27, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Rewardingly Stressful
I joined the bootcamp with only basic HTML and CSS knowledge, and by the time I finished, I was building full-stack web apps! The program is fast-paced, and you’ll feel like you need more than 24 hours in a day just to keep up. But the reward is well worth the effort. The instructors I had, Ed and Joseph, were incredibly helpful and made the intense learning process so much more manageable and enjoyable. If you’re ready to dive in and dedicate yourself, this bootcamp will push you furth...I joined the bootcamp with only basic HTML and CSS knowledge, and by the time I finished, I was building full-stack web apps! The program is fast-paced, and you’ll feel like you need more than 24 hours in a day just to keep up. But the reward is well worth the effort. The instructors I had, Ed and Joseph, were incredibly helpful and made the intense learning process so much more manageable and enjoyable. If you’re ready to dive in and dedicate yourself, this bootcamp will push you further than you ever thought possible! - Ryan MTechnical Product Lead • Graduate • Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInSep 27, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Information, holistic, exciting
I had a great experience with Brainstation's SWE Full-Time bootcamp! Instructors are very knowledgeable and available, and it's crazy to look back on the things you've built post-bootcamp and how far you've come. I'd definitely recommend the bootcamp as a great way to build the foundational skills necessary to transition into SWE, or build some technical knowledge to become a Technical Product Manager! - Amna ManzoorTechnology and Engineering Curriculum Designer • Student • User Experience Design Course • TorontoVerified by LinkedInSep 14, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Certificate
I’ve had a fantastic experience with BrainStation, and I’m thrilled to share my thoughts on the course. The program is exceptionally well-structured, with a focus on equipping students with real-world skills and knowledge. The instructors, who are industry professionals, bring a wealth of expertise and an infectious enthusiasm to their teaching. Their practical insights and up-to-date industry practices make the learning experience both relevant and engaging.The curriculum is ...I’ve had a fantastic experience with BrainStation, and I’m thrilled to share my thoughts on the course. The program is exceptionally well-structured, with a focus on equipping students with real-world skills and knowledge. The instructors, who are industry professionals, bring a wealth of expertise and an infectious enthusiasm to their teaching. Their practical insights and up-to-date industry practices make the learning experience both relevant and engaging.The curriculum is comprehensive, covering essential topics in a way that’s both thorough and accessible. The hands-on projects and collaborative work environments have been particularly valuable, allowing for the practical application of concepts and fostering a strong sense of community among learners.Moreover, the additional resources and opportunities for networking provided by BrainStation significantly enhance the learning journey. The combination of meticulous instruction, timely feedback, and a supportive learning environment truly sets BrainStation apart.Overall, I’m highly impressed with the program and optimistic about the skills and knowledge I’ve gained. I would highly recommend BrainStation to anyone looking to advance their career with cutting-edge training and a dynamic educational experience. - Mike McDowallFreelance Software Engineer / TV Producer • Student • Software Engineering Bootcamp • LondonVerified by LinkedInSep 07, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Superb Quality Education
I am not an average student. At the ripe old age of 59, I decided to pick up some new skills before hitting 60, and against the advice of a number of colleagues and friends I deliberately opted for what I imagined would be the toughest course around: a Software Engineering Bootcamp. I like a challenge.
I had limited computer science knowledge, but have been a technophile for decades, and unlike in my previous career as a TV producer, where creating anything requires vast resource...I am not an average student. At the ripe old age of 59, I decided to pick up some new skills before hitting 60, and against the advice of a number of colleagues and friends I deliberately opted for what I imagined would be the toughest course around: a Software Engineering Bootcamp. I like a challenge.
I had limited computer science knowledge, but have been a technophile for decades, and unlike in my previous career as a TV producer, where creating anything requires vast resources, I was enticed by the idea of creating super cool software with nothing more than a laptop.
I chose BRAINSTATION largely because, among its activities, it offers on-campus, in person courses. Every student is different, but for me the thought of on-line courses, where you could easily drift off unnoticed, was a real turn off. It proved to be a very good choice, suited me perfectly, and lived up to all my expectations. BrainStation is not cheap, but you're investing in the most important thing: your own future. In my opinion it was entirely worth it.
OVERALL EXPERIENCE
The campus is small, but modern and in the heart of Shoreditch. It has a great vibe that constantly exudes ambition, belief, and a love of tech. There is a strong community spirit that is enriching and loaded with positivity. It's an environment that is proud of its achievements, and that in itself is infectious.
INSTRUCTORS
We had exceptional instructors and teaching assistants. They know their stuff inside out, but more importantly, they know how to communicate it with clarity an enthusiasm, and are always available for those invaluable one-to-one sessions for nailing tricky concepts, or just for general support. Their personal touch and personalised tuition was, for me, the most impressive aspect of the course. I was in a class of people who were mainly not just younger than me, but also considerably smarter. It could have been a ghastly, humiliating experience, but the reality was the exact opposite. The instructors' support, the way they take enjoyment from sharing their knowledge, and the way they deal with each student's individual ability is inspiring and truly motivating. Thanks to that, I passed the course! I was also fortunate to be in a class of kind hearted students who were all brimming with determination.
CURRICULUM
The course is thorough and largely up to date. We had intense daily lectures, code-alongs, hackathons, and personal projects, as you would expect. These were well structured to take students from the basics to more advanced Javascript, HTML, React, Node, Express, etc. In a fast moving world, it's obviously difficult to keep up with every new development, but BrainStation seems to make quite an effort to regularly revise the course content. It was an exhausting course, however, and I wouldn't recommend it for anyone unable to devote all their energies to it. My only criticisms are that I wished the course had been a little longer. By the time the final weeks were upon us and we were immersed in our final projects, I found it hard to grapple with some of the heavy weight back-end modules. I would have loved more tuition on server-side topics, and an introduction to Python would have been useful. But in 12 weeks, it's impossible to fit everything in. Since the course, I have learned some Python, C#, and .NET techniques, and the programming sensibilities I picked up at BrainStation certainly made that easier.
JOB ASSISTANCE
Very good. The career advice staff are knowledgeable, well connected, tenacious, and generous with their help and support. The rate at which students find post course employment is obviously a crucial metric in the success or failure of a college - especially one that defines itself as preparing students for the workplace. I found that at BrainStation, career Advice was central to the course. And it continued for a full six months after the course finished. It's taken seriously and is not a tick-box tag-on that it could be in less conscientious organisations.
SUMMARY
As a stepping stone into a career in tech, or as a way to simply build a foundation in software development knowledge, BrainStation is, in my opinion, very good indeed. I have no experience of other tech colleges, so I don't have any benchmarks to make comparisons with, but I am now confident in my software writing abilities, have built apps from scratch that work, and I followed up the Software Engineering Bootcamp with a short course in UX Design - also at BrainStation, London. That was also a tremendously rewarding course, taught in person on campus by excellent instructors who shared their knowledge and valuable industry experience with skill and panache.
Will a BrianStation course get you a job and/or a new career? No - no course can do that, but this college can certainly help you make the most of your attributes.
- Kinnari BuchStudentVerified by LinkedInAug 23, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
An Invaluable Learning Experience
I'm incredibly grateful to the educators, TAs, career services, and the entire BrainStation team for their unwavering support. Their encouragement boosted my confidence and pushed me to achieve more than I imagined. I learned so much during this journey and highly recommend BrainStation to anyone looking to make a career transition or enhance their skills. - Jennifer ZhanGraduate • Software Engineering Bootcamp • TorontoVerified by LinkedInAug 13, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
A Very Precious Three-Month Learning Experience
An irreplaceable team collaboration experience, learning the latest and most standard programming techniques in the industry, with daily access to teachers and TAs for answering questions. Compared to self-learning, it greatly increases the chances of career transition, allowing you to see the gap between yourself and industry professionals, learn how to set goals, and complete your own independent project, taking the first step into the industry. - Justin MuirBack End Engineer • Graduate • Cybersecurity Course Online • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 26, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great first step in the world of cybersecurity
The Cybersecurity course at BrainStation offered a thorough and engaging learning experience. The course content was relevant and up-to-date, the instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the delivery methods catered to different learning styles. The practical applications ensured that students were not only learning but also applying their knowledge effectively. Overall, I would say this course is highly recommended for anyone looking to start or advance their career in cyberse...The Cybersecurity course at BrainStation offered a thorough and engaging learning experience. The course content was relevant and up-to-date, the instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the delivery methods catered to different learning styles. The practical applications ensured that students were not only learning but also applying their knowledge effectively. Overall, I would say this course is highly recommended for anyone looking to start or advance their career in cybersecurity.Positives:- Comprehensive and up-to-date curriculum
- Experienced and approachable instructors
- Effective blend of live and self-paced learning
- Strong emphasis on practical, hands-on experience
- Supportive online learning environment
- Tabytha JensenDirector of TAB LLC • Student • Digital Marketing Course • MiamiVerified by LinkedInJul 17, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Empowering, Interactive, Introductory
This was a very cool experience to go back to school and learn new skills. The content was very helpful and the final project helped us apply our new skills. It was be great to have more 1:1 time with the instructor. The class is introductory so it's very limited at only 8 weeks. It moves fast and you have to do a lot of work outside of class. Class was more helpful when we got through all the slides and were able to ask questions while still having time to do the in-class activities. I...This was a very cool experience to go back to school and learn new skills. The content was very helpful and the final project helped us apply our new skills. It was be great to have more 1:1 time with the instructor. The class is introductory so it's very limited at only 8 weeks. It moves fast and you have to do a lot of work outside of class. Class was more helpful when we got through all the slides and were able to ask questions while still having time to do the in-class activities. If you pay attention and practice outside of class then you are able to develop a basic knowledge of digital marketing and integrate entry level skills.
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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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Instructors
4.8
Curriculum
4.5
Job Assistance
4.2
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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. 2,295 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,295 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
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You can read 2,295 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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