Online UX/UI Design Bootcamp

Great question! At Spiced Academy, our students come first. During our UX/UI Design bootcamp, you'll receive comprehensive support from our instructors and mentors. They'll be there to guide you, answer your questions, and provide valuable feedback throughout the course. We encourage you to think for yourself, pull at threads, and make the journey your own.

No worries! Our bootcamps are designed for everyone, regardless of your previous knowledge. We've developed a proven learning method that will take you from a beginner to braniac step by step. So, no need to panic, just pay attention to all the prep work we send your way before the course.

Spiced is different. Our methodology is hands-on and prepares you effectively for the demands of real work. Plus, we have an amazing community that will help you go above and beyond.

Absolutely! We can't promise it'll be easy, after all, changing direction in life takes hard work. Nonetheless, Spiced has an 83% hiring rate. We don't just help you acquire the technical skills; we also provide extensive career support.

After completing your bootcamp, you can start working as a UX/UI designer, user interface engineer, or UX researcher.

Absolutely! Many learners join with zero design experience and successfully transition into UI/UX roles. Here’s how the bootcamp sets you up:

Foundations first: You start with basic visual design principles—color theory, typography, layout grids, and design thinking methodologies.

Step-by-step tools introduction: Modules cover Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD, and gradually move to prototyping, user flow mapping, and interaction design.

Portfolio creation: You create 3–5 case studies with wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and user testing results.

Duration is typically 12–16 weeks full-time or 24 weeks part-time. Cost ranges from €5,000 to €10,000—bootcamps listed in KURSNET/ meinNOW may be fully funded with a Bildungsgutschein.

💬 “I was a literature major with no design background. After the bootcamp, I landed a junior UX designer role at €45k/year in Berlin.”

✅ If you’re curious, willing to practice, and open to feedback, you can go from zero to employable.

Great to consider early. Here’s what graduates usually transition into:

UI Designer: €40,000–€50,000

UX Designer (junior): €45,000–€55,000

Product Designer: €50,000–€65,000, especially in startups or bilingual roles

With additional skills like Figma components, user testing, user journeys, or German language (B2/C1), salaries can climb higher more quickly.

💬 “After graduation, I was hired as a Junior Product Designer for €53k/year. My user research case studies and UI components were key.”

✅ A focused bootcamp portfolio showing your design thinking, usability testing, and prototypes can land you a solid entry-level position.

Yes, it's doable—especially for people looking to reskill in design in Germany. Here’s how it works:

1. Ensure the bootcamp is listed in KURSNET (Germany’s vocational training directory).
2. Book an appointment with the local Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter.
3. Present your motivation, the job prospects in UX/UI (Berlin has high demand), and how this program leads to employment.
4. If approved, the voucher covers tuition fees entirely and sometimes travel or materials.
5. Processing takes 2–4 weeks. Many bootcamp providers assist with the application process, which simplifies paperwork.

💬 “I walked into the Jobcenter with job listings for Berlin and screenshots of my aspiring design portfolio. The advisor approved the voucher within two sessions.”

✅ Bring data, ambition, and confidence—you can often get substantial tuition funding that lets you focus on growing your skill set.

100%! Many bootcamp grads jump into freelancing right away—especially in creative hubs like Berlin, Hamburg, or Munich. If you're self-motivated and proactive, freelancing offers flexibility and solid earning potential. Here's how to make it work:

Build a standout portfolio: Bootcamp projects are your proof of skill—polish them into clear case studies with problem, solution, and results.

Register as a freelancer ("Freiberufler"): After registering with the Finanzamt, you’ll receive a tax number. No company registration needed.

Start on freelance platforms: Try Malt, Freelancer Map, and local UX/Tech Slack groups. Create German and English profiles for better visibility.

💰 Entry-level UX/UI freelancers in Germany charge €30–€60/hour. After 1–2 years of experience and referrals, you can go up to €90/hour or higher.

💬 “My first paid job came through a Berlin Slack group—just €450 for a usability audit, but it got me started and led to a 3-month contract.”

✅ With the bootcamp as your launchpad and some hustle, freelancing is a realistic and rewarding career path.

Not necessarily—but it definitely helps! Germany has many international startups (especially in Berlin), where English is the working language. Still, speaking German can:

Expand job options: Many agencies and SMEs require at least B1-level German.

Improve user research: Interviewing German-speaking users is easier when you’re conversational.

Make networking smoother: Meetups, Slack groups, and local events often mix English and German.

🌍 That said, many bootcamp alumni land jobs in fully international teams.

💬 “I didn’t speak a word of German during the bootcamp, but still landed a remote UI design job with a Berlin fintech startup. Now I’m learning German on the side!”

✅ You can start in English but learning German will unlock more job doors and make you a stronger UX candidate in the local market.

Great question—and yes, life happens. Most bootcamps understand this and build in support mechanisms:

Recorded sessions: Many lessons are recorded so you can revisit material if you miss a class.

One-on-one mentor time: Weekly or biweekly check-ins help keep you on track and solve blockers.

Flexible deadlines: Some bootcamps (especially those that accept Bildungsgutschein) allow extended timelines for project completion.

💬 “I had to pause for two weeks due to illness. My mentor helped me re-prioritize and I still finished on time.”

✅ Be proactive, communicate with your instructor or student advisor early, and you’ll be supported through life’s curveballs.