Education

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March 26, 2025

Unreal Academy expands resources for educators

Discover how Unreal Academy’s Post Secondary Library supports academic partners with curated learning paths and curriculum resources.
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June 9, 2023
Education and business join forces to create the Augmented Reality CenterFind out how a partnership between Oakland University, the College for Creative Studies, and a coalition of industry players led to the creation of a new initiative that introduces students to cutting-edge AR technology.

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February 17, 2023
The first year out: moving from student to 3D artistRead on as three inspirational 3D artists offer pro tips on what they’ve learned as they move from school to game and VFX powerhouses like Blizzard Entertainment, DNEG, and more.

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February 16, 2023
Designing for everyone: Teaching inclusive design with Unreal EngineVirtual worlds can be joyful experiences that speak to people from all walks of life…if you design them that way. Learn how California College of the Arts is turning students into thoughtful world-builders who know how to welcome all-comers. 

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February 15, 2023
Download the ‘Lighting in Unreal Engine 5 for Educators and Students’ guideLumen, VSMs—UE5 has ushered in the next wave of lighting tools for game devs. So how can students/educators start taking advantage of them? Find out today in this free overview.

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February 14, 2023
Unwrap Festival: How Howest University inspires students to think beyond game developmentLearn how Rookie Award-nominated school Howest University supplements their students’ game development education with a unique festival that explores the crossover of game engines and entertainment.

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February 13, 2023
New Unreal Learning Kit: How to make a virtual Rube Goldberg machineFind out how to start incorporating Unreal Engine into your curriculum with the latest iteration of Epic Games’ Unreal Learning Kit that teaches students about physics animation in a fun way.

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February 13, 2023
Welcome to Education Week 2023!Join us February 13-17 for a week dedicated to students, educators, and future masters of the Unreal Engine ecosystem. We’ll have live Q&As, fresh learning materials, new Spotlights, and much more. Have a look!

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January 23, 2023
Real Virtual Beauty Training: diverse and authentic character designLearn how to create authentic characters for your game in this new course that focuses on self-expression, storytelling, and understanding character design principles.

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December 13, 2022
Epic MegaGrants: 2022 UpdateWe’ve assembled some of the most impressive 2022 MegaGrants projects for you to check out. Social good games, Smart MetaHumans, digital twins—see why MegaGrants recipients are stunning market after market with their fresh takes on real-time tech.

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December 8, 2022
Immersive storytelling: empowering the next generation of XR entrepreneursHow do you teach the world to use the same immersive storytelling tools that have fascinated you for years? GRX Immersive Labs has created an XR storytelling platform that teaches Unreal Engine, virtual reality, and virtual production to creators of all backgrounds.

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November 2, 2022
Building an alternate reality in augmented reality: UCLA redefines theater with Unreal EngineDiscover how UCLA staff and students created an immersive AR theater experience set in the world of The Man in the High Castle with Unreal Engine.

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October 19, 2022
The 2022 Student Showcase is ready to rockCheck out this year’s Student Showcase sizzle to see some of the best Unreal Engine projects from students around the world! 

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October 13, 2022
Download the new Nanite Teacher’s GuidePrepare your students for the future of real-time rendering with Unreal Engine 5’s new Nanite technology. They’ll never have to worry about subdividing meshes, kitbashing, or counting polygons again!

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October 3, 2022
“Getting Started With Unreal Engine: Educator’s Edition” videos—out nowYou don’t need to be technical to teach Unreal Engine! Learn how to bring interactive 3D into your classroom in our new video series, as we explore everything from getting your administration on board to free resources, made just for you.

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August 22, 2022
Humber College uses Unreal Engine to shed light on important issuesAs pioneering creatives continue to embrace game engine technology, Humber College has given students from different disciplines an opportunity to use Unreal Engine to shed light on important issues in our society.

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August 11, 2022
See the top Unreal Engine projects from The Rookie Awards 2022!Fractured memories, cozy cabins, ice monsters—Unreal Engine students left no creative stone unturned during this year’s Rookie Award submissions. See what earned top honors inside. 

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June 6, 2022
Join us at ISTE 2022!The real-time revolution is here and educators will need to teach students with the tools of the future, thankfully we’re coming to ITSE June 26-29 to help you do just that.

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May 31, 2022
Introducing our new Unreal Educator Accelerator programEducators around the globe are incorporating Unreal Engine, Twinmotion, and Fortnite Creative into their lesson plans—giving students access to new careers in advertising, architecture, gaming, and more. Want to follow in their footsteps? Sign up for our Unreal Educator Accelerator program today.

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April 28, 2022
Learn the art of virtual robotics with our new Unreal Learning Kit updateLearn how to code and train virtual robots for sumo battles, autonomous decisions, and more all from the comfort of your home, as you get a grasp on the same engineering and physics concepts that make robotics such a powerful teaching tool.

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March 23, 2022
How to get a real-time 3D job—according to industry recruitersWe just talked to three experts from film, TV, and games about what gets people hired in their industries. Get tips on everything from portfolio building to the ways to hone your mental edge inside.

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February 22, 2022
Students! Learn how to get your dream job with our next webinarDo you have real-time skills, but find your job search is going in slow motion? Look no further. Watch our new webinar for tips on how to land your dream job with experts from some of the biggest game, TV & film, and animation studios in the world.
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