Introducing 'Epic Games Game Design Professional Certificate' on Coursera
September 10, 2024
With the demand for Unreal Engine skills predicted to grow by 138% globally in the next decade, now is the perfect time to turn your dreams of becoming a game developer into a reality.
Take the first steps towards an exhilarating new career journey with the ‘Epic Games Game Design Professional Certificate’, created in partnership with Coursera, a leading online learning platform that unlocks access to online courses, career credential programs, and degrees from world-class universities and companies.
Designed for beginners and taught by industry experts with decades of combined experience as game developers, educators, and mentors, this comprehensive program will equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the games industry.
The course is currently available in English, and will be available in over 10 additional languages later this month.
Take the first steps towards an exhilarating new career journey with the ‘Epic Games Game Design Professional Certificate’, created in partnership with Coursera, a leading online learning platform that unlocks access to online courses, career credential programs, and degrees from world-class universities and companies.
Designed for beginners and taught by industry experts with decades of combined experience as game developers, educators, and mentors, this comprehensive program will equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in the games industry.
The course is currently available in English, and will be available in over 10 additional languages later this month.
‘Epic Games Game Design Professional Certificate’ spans eight courses, launched over two waves, and covers key topics to get started with UE:
Available today:
Later this fall:
Over the eight courses, you’ll learn the foundational skills to become a game designer including level design, Blueprint visual scripting, visual development, and UX design.
With a strong emphasis on hands-on projects that simulate real-world game development scenarios, you’ll build out your portfolio while developing industry-relevant skills.
By the end, you’ll be ready to apply for roles such as game designer, level designer, UI/UX designer, or gameplay programmer.
All you need is basic computer literacy and a passion for gaming to take this course. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset are also a plus. Looking for your next adventure? Take the first steps below.
Who is Coursera?
Coursera's mission is to provide universal access to world-class learning and is now one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, with 155 million registered learners as of June 30, 2024. Coursera partners with over 325 leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, Guided Projects, and bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Available today:
- Introduction to Game Design
- Unreal Engine Fundamentals
- Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine
- Blueprint Scripting
- Visual Development and Audio Design in Games
Later this fall:
- User Interface Design
- User Experience Design
- Game Development and Prototyping
Over the eight courses, you’ll learn the foundational skills to become a game designer including level design, Blueprint visual scripting, visual development, and UX design.
With a strong emphasis on hands-on projects that simulate real-world game development scenarios, you’ll build out your portfolio while developing industry-relevant skills.
By the end, you’ll be ready to apply for roles such as game designer, level designer, UI/UX designer, or gameplay programmer.
All you need is basic computer literacy and a passion for gaming to take this course. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset are also a plus. Looking for your next adventure? Take the first steps below.
Who is Coursera?
Coursera's mission is to provide universal access to world-class learning and is now one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, with 155 million registered learners as of June 30, 2024. Coursera partners with over 325 leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, Guided Projects, and bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
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