I would most definitely recommend the Skills Bootcamp. Its structured, remote and flexible learning format elevates the pressure of feeling overwhelmed with the workload and pace. It’s targeted towards those who would prefer to have a professional tutor teach and guide you through the content, rather than relying on your own self-learning. If you lack focus, confidence and support in your skills development, then this bootcamp may be for you! Additionally, it’s collaborative work environment helps enhance your critical thinking and ability to refrain from being subjective of your own work, which is essential for growth in your career journey.

The careers support service team were very helpful with resume building, and my portfolio. Accessing the service from the platform was simple, and 1-to-1 career coach sessions were straightforward to arrange and attend virtually. To receive feedback from support staff, I was required to make modifications and refinements to my resume, until I had met the needed criteria.

One of the best aspects of my bootcamp experience may have been the opportunity for hands-on learning. Through practical projects, user interviews, and real-world case studies, I gained valuable experience applying UX/UI design principles in a collaborative and supportive environment.

During the bootcamp, I worked on a series of projects that allowed me to build a diverse portfolio showcasing my design skills and problem-solving abilities. This was essential for showcasing my talents to potential employers and clients. Feedback from instructors and mentors may have been instrumental in your growth as a designer. Constructive criticism and guidance can help you identify areas for improvement and refine your design skills.

I attended an assessment day with 21 other aspiring product designers. It was a very intense and challenging process, which consisted of an indivudual written design assessment and group whiteboard task. By the end of the day, I was 1 of 8 candidates selected to be interviewed. After my interview, I was informed a few days later that I was 1 of 4 designers successful in recieving a job offer!

The Skills Bootcamp experience prepared me well for this opportunity. My confidence, communication and belief in my design abilities carried me well throughout the assessment day, and it evidently made a good impression to the panel of designers. Additionally, my portfolio of design projects, curated during the bootcamp, stood out to them.

Yes, I am now a Product Design Intern at Ticketmaster UK.

Prior to this bootcamp, I held a background in art, architecture, graphic design, and basic coding; a solid foundation for UX/UI Design. Two years ago, I underwent a career transition from architecture to digital design, in which I began self-learning and gradually developed an interest for the UX/UI Design profession and practice.

This bootcamp helped integrate my existing skills more effectively, apply design principles to digital interfaces, and leverage my coding knowledge to create functional prototypes. As a result, my introduction into the course started off strong. As my practical use of software tools and knowledge design processes grew, so did my confidence and passion for UX/UI Design. What I enjoyed most whilst studying was the problem-solving aspect, which involved identifying user needs, understanding their behaviors and preferences, and finding innovative solutions to design challenges.

The University of Birmingham is a well-regarded and reputable institution, and with its part-time skills bootcamp, it provided flexibility amongst my busy lifestyle. Despite being self-taught in graphic design and have basic coding knowledge, I wanted structured learning and access to industry-standard tools and techniques. I was in need of a work environment that offered group collaboration, support and advise from professionals within the field, and opportunities for networking and career mentorship. I believed undergoing this course would fast-track my skills, knowledge, and build my portfolio to better my chances at obtaining a job in the UX/UI design industry.